J.T., a former star of TLC's My 600lb Life, struggled with a 100lb lymphedema growth between his legs. In a previously aired clip, he revealed that "exercise and walking is getting hard" due to the mass, and explained that weight loss actually "makes it worse" as the mass "isn't tight," causing it to swing between his legs.
Struggles with the growth
During a park visit, J.T. sat down and confessed he felt "all alone" and "trapped" while dealing with the growth. He said: "I'm having no trouble with my diet, I just need to figure out how to maintain my workout routine. So, I'm going to talk to Dr Now about it and see what can be done, especially the pain because I don't want to start going backwards."
J.T. expressed that he had "given up so much to get to this point" and that his weight and the lump have been holding him back. Fortunately, he is "staying on track," although he is starting to struggle with exercise.
Fan reactions
The official TLC Instagram account posted a snippet of J.T., sparking discussion among its 2 million followers. In the caption, TLC wrote: "J.T. is losing weight but the 100lb lymphedema on his leg is slowing down his progress. Will Dr Now approve removal? Don't miss the season finale of #My600lbLife: Where Are They Now, Wednesday at 8/7c."
In the comments, fans discussed J.T.'s situation. One remarked: "Such a handsome young man plagued by this illness." Some asked "what happened to him," while others noted the growth "has to be so difficult to walk around with." Another wrote: "Bless you. Don't give up. You will get help soon, push through." One observed that the lymphedema "must weigh more than him," and many left red heart emojis. Another comment read: "Poor chap, must be tough losing [weight] but that lymphatic issue is slowing him down." One person suggested "tying it up to help alleviate the pain," while others encouraged him to "keep going."
Life after the show
Fortunately for J.T., his weight-loss transformation continued beyond the programme. He has been candid about battling depression on social media. While he keeps a fairly quiet public profile, he sporadically shared updates on Facebook for several years, including disclosing that he entered a relationship in February 2024.
As of June 2026, J.T.'s digital footprint has lessened, but his final appearance on TLC in 2024 showcased remarkable outcomes for his weight reduction. Throughout the years, J.T. shed over 600 pounds, establishing his transformation as one of Dr. Now's most triumphant television success stories. It is also understood his mass battle is now under control.
