Pauline Potter, once the Guinness World Record holder for the world’s heaviest woman at over 700 pounds, appeared on My 600-Lb. Life in 2015. At 50 years old and weighing 678 pounds, she sought help to improve her health and ease the burden on her son, Dillon, who cared for her full-time.
Despite gastric surgery, Pauline struggled with painkiller addiction and suffered a near-fatal infection after an ulcer burst. However, she recovered, lost over 300 pounds, and eventually qualified for skin removal surgery.
In 2022, she shared an update saying she weighed 223 pounds and could live independently. Her social media shows continued progress and support from fans.