1000-lb Sisters star Katie Slaton's family speak out after tragic death

1000-lbs Sisters star Katie Slaton's cousin, Amanda Halterman, paid tribute to her 'best friend' and 'life of the party' following her tragic death aged 37. The heartbreaking news of Katie's death comes several months after it was announced she was diagnosed with Stage 4 gastric adenocarcinoma.

Beloved star Katie appeared on the popular show with her cousins Amy Slaton and Tammy Slaton, whose weight loss journey was the focus of the TLC programme. She also appeared in series five, when Tammy was released from a weight-loss rehabilitation centre.

Following her death, her cousin Amanda paid tribute to Katie - who she said was a "force to be reckoned with".

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Amanda posted on Instagram : "It [is] with a completely crushed heart and spirit that I have to post this. My little cousin went to sit at the feet of Jesus yesterday. She was a force to be reckoned with and showed love that was accepting and given freely.

"She was the life of the [party] and my best friend. I know both our grandparents and friends was there to welcome you home. Please pray for my aunt uncle and cousins but mostly for the babies and for Natalie to be strong.

"Please pray for everyone whom loves her. Thank you all who has come out and supported her. #cancersucks."

Prior to her death, Amanda took to social media to ask her followers to pray for the family. Along with a photo of Katie, she wrote: "Please whisper a prayer for our family as we continue to support [Katie]. I am so thankful to be allowed to stand by your side."

It was announced earlier this year that Katie, who appeared on several episodes of the show, had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

According to the Daily Mail, Katie had gastric adenocarcinoma, which the outlet described as an aggressive form of stomach cancer.

When Amanda announced her death, fans were quick to pay their condolences, with one saying: " "Deepest sympathy & condolences goes out to you Amanda, your family & friends." Another said: "Praying that the Lord holds you all close in this time."

Someone else wrote: "Sending you all strength and peace during the times ahead. I'm so sorry to you and yours." A fourth person commented on the post: "I'm so sorry for your loss Amanda! My prayers are with you and the family."

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