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Obese Update: Where Are the Contestants Now? Successes, Setbacks, and New Beginnings

Obese Update: Where Are the Contestants Now? Successes, Setbacks, and New Beginnings

Did you root for the determined contestants tackling their weight across two seasons of Obese? In the heartfelt special Obese: How Are Things Now?, Wendy van Dijk reconnects with former participants to share their real stories of joy, romance, and ongoing challenges.

A Tough Setback
Danny, Season 1's Mr. Obese, astonishingly dropped over 150 kilos. Yet, he's now fighting to hold onto his progress—without vigilance, his old weight could return.

Transformed Lives
Many have thrived post-Obese. Alexander and Katelijn from Season 1 are head over heels and preparing to wed. The show's youngest, Amanda, has emerged as a poised young woman, now dating her gym buddy met during filming.

Intrigued?
For most, Obese was an intense emotional journey. See the lasting impact this Sunday, September 15, 22, and 29 at 8:00 PM on RTL 4.