What Happened to 1000-Lb Sisters’ Amanda Halterman’s Boyfriend RJ? What She’s Said About Their Split
1000-Lb. Sisters Star Amanda Halterman’s Heartbreak: What Really Happened With RJ
Amanda Halterman, star of 1000-Lb. Sisters, captured fans’ attention when she moved to Florida for a fresh start with her new boyfriend, RJ, following her 2022 divorce from Jason Halterman — the father of her four children. But just over a year after their whirlwind romance began, Amanda revealed in May 2024 that the relationship had abruptly ended, leaving fans shocked and searching for answers.
A New Beginning After Divorce
Amanda began her relationship with RJ sometime in early 2023, roughly three years after separating from her husband of 22 years. She introduced RJ to the public in February 2023 with a now-deleted TikTok photo of the two sharing an intimate beach moment. Things seemed serious quickly, as Amanda made the life-altering decision to leave Kentucky and relocate to Florida to live with him.
Amanda’s Life Takes a Sudden Turn
What appeared to be a romantic new chapter came to an unexpected halt in May 2024. In an emotional TikTok posted on May 31, Amanda shared that she hadn’t seen or heard from RJ since May 1. According to Amanda, RJ had left to visit his family while she returned to Kentucky to finish working, with plans for him to reunite with her around May 24 or 25. However, he never showed up.
“So, this is the post that I have dreaded to make,” she said in the video. “He was supposed to be here … never showed up. I texted, I called, even tried to contact the family members that I had numbers [for] and nobody responded.”
Amanda admitted this wasn’t the first time RJ had ghosted her, but previously she had forgiven him. This time, though, it appeared final.
Picking Up the Pieces
Picking Up the PiecesDespite the heartbreak, Amanda managed to maintain a positive attitude. “Ya girl got ghosted,” she joked. “It is what it is.” She confirmed that she had moved back to Kentucky and was living with her sister, fellow TLC star Amy Slaton.
While she admitted missing her life in Florida, Amanda found comfort in believing that everything happens for a reason. “God has a reason for me to be here,” she said. “I’m OK with being the person who needs help right now. … I’m also OK with being by myself.”
Focused on Healing
Though the breakup was painful, Amanda used the experience to grow stronger. She reflected on the memories and emotions she was left with, stating, “I don’t know that I’ll ever be the same after this, and I’m not sure what to do with all of the memories, the pictures, all of those things.”
As of mid-2024, Amanda had not officially confirmed any new relationship and appeared to be focusing on herself and her healing journey. Fans praised her honesty and vulnerability in sharing such a raw moment of personal loss.
Amanda’s story serves as a reminder that even after heartbreak and disappointment, it’s possible to reclaim strength, dignity, and hope for the future.
