Mama June’s ‘From Not to Hot’ Weight Loss Transformation: See Her Fitness Progress

Reality TV Fame

Mama June and her daughter, Alana, appeared on Toddlers and Tiaras for the first time in 2011. By August 2012, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo premiered on TLC.

Life in the Spotlight

With the popularity of both shows on the rise, June began making appearances at red carpets and media events. She was all smiles while attending the 24th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in March 2013.

Getting Hitched

The reality star later visited the set of Good Morning America in July. That same year, she married Mike “Sugar Bear” Thompson in front of friends and family in a backyard ceremony in Georgia.

Exuding Confidence

As fans may recall, the mother of four was 460 pounds at her heaviest, but she appeared to be comfortable in her own skin.

Showing Love

The reality star blew a kiss at cameras while visiting the SiriusXM Studios on July 17, 2013, in New York City.

Candid Conversations

June continued to share updates about her life in candid interviews, as seen here at Universal Studios Hollywood on September 9, 2013.

Blast from the Past

Honey Boo Boo’s parents were later spotted at Los Angeles International Airport after flying in from Atlanta. The exes were still going strong at that time.

Good Times

June seemed to be having a ball while appearing on an interview with host Jimmy Fallon in June 2014. The following year, she opened up about her relationship struggles.

Calling It Quits

Afterwards, the TV personality was featured on Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars with her hubby, Sugar Bear. The couple ultimately parted ways in 2015.

Weight Loss

Amid her major life changes, June decided to focus on her health and well-being. She opted to get gastric sleeve surgery in 2016 and lost more than 300 pounds.

New Beginnings

“In the operation, the surgeon removes about 75% of the stomach,” according to WebMD. “This helps you feel full longer and forces you to reduce your caloric intake dramatically.”

Revenge Body

June was determined to look her best, especially since she wanted to show up and show out at her ex’s wedding to his new girlfriend.

Making Changes

The reality star had the goal of fitting into a red, long-sleeve size 4 dress for the nuptials, so she also began a new diet plan with the help of personal trainer Kenya Crooks.

Progress Continues

Over the course of three months, June continued to make more strides with her weight loss journey and she started exuding more confidence than ever.

Reactions Revealed

June’s family members were blown away when they saw her new look on the show. Honey Boo Boo even said, “Oh my lord.”

Hollywood Ready

To complete her transformation, June also got a breast augmentation, had excess skin removed from her neck and got veneers.

Peaks and Pitfalls

However, she did stumble upon tough times. In August 2018, the reality star mom admitted she gained 50 pounds back.

During a recent interview, June said she felt “too skinny” when she weighed only 165 pounds. Hopefully she can find a perfect balance that makes her feel healthy and confident!

Back in Public

After spending much of 2019 out of the public eye, Mama June and Geno were spotted looking happy and healthy outside of a Publix supermarket in Port St. Lucie, Florida in March 2020.

Helping Hand

June was spotted that same month dropped off food and supplies to the Treasure Coast Food Bank in Fort Pierce, Florida amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Babewatch

In April 2020, June paid homage to Pamela Anderson when she took a swim wearing a red one-piece bathing suit.

Hitting the Gym

After revealing she gained back about 50 pounds, Mama June started to prioritize her fitness journey again that same month. She was spotted during a workout session in Jensen Beach, Florida, after setting a goal to lose 45 pounds.

Fitness Goals

Later in April, June was spotted while out for a walk on the beach to take her exercise routine outdoors.

Yoga Sesh

In May 2020, Mama June enjoyed another outdoor workout session in Jensen Beach, Florida, this time opting for a rigorous yoga routine in the sand.

Beach Babe!

Mama June enjoyed a light jog at Jensen Beach in June while wearing a two-piece swimsuit.

Rare Outing

Mama June and Geno were spotted out together for the first time in months in June. The couple held hands as they visited a rehab clinic in Florida.

Fun in the Sun!

June and Geno celebrated Fourth of July weekend 2020 together with a day at Jensen Beach. June showed off the results of her workout sessions in a leopard print bikini!

Eye of the Storm

June walked on the sand to observe the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias at Jensen Beach in August 2020.

A Marilyn Monroe Moment

The gusting winds kicked up the hem of Mama June’s dress as she walked back to her condo.

Six Months Sober

In celebration of reaching six months sober in her sobriety journey, June returned to the Banyan Treatment Center as a guest speaker.

Date Night

In September 2020, June and Geno traveled to Beverly Hills for a series of cosmetic procedures. Once they arrived, they enjoyed a date night at Fat Subs.

Hair Makeover

Mama June enjoyed a pampering session at a Beverly Hills hair salon in September 2020. Hairstylist Pamela Brogardi helped June transform her look with a haircut, lighter color and blowout, Life & Style confirmed.

New Look!

Mama June unveiled the results of her latest plastic surgery makeover in November 2020. She got a new set of veneers done by Dr. Rashad Riman, Dr. Leedia Riman and Beverly Hills Dental Lab and also underwent a chin and neck liposuction procedure, which was done by Dr. Michael K Obeng at a cost of $15,000.

Geno also had some work done during their trip to Beverly Hills. He underwent agastric sleeve surgery at a cost of $31,000 performed by Dr. Samuel Kashani as well as a $20,000 lipoma removal on his neck and head performed by Dr. Michael K Obeng. He also got a new set of $40,000 veneers for his top and bottom teeth by the same dentists that June used.

Ending 2020 Right!

On December 28, Mama June shared a heartfelt message in celebration of being 11 months clean and sober. “I’m proud of how far I have came in my sobriety. I can’t believe it’s been 11 months — time really flies by. I’m so proud of myself, especially when a lot of people that we know during this pandemic have relapsed,” she wrote.

“It feels good to give back to so many people and help them in their addiction, their struggles and helping families dealing with their family member in their addiction. I don’t have all the answers but I will well listen and try to help the best way I can,” Mama June continued. “There are people that I have  [talked] to for months and [watched] them struggle when they first reached out to me and now, [are] able to overcome some other struggles. I love honestly helping out and give back in recovery.”

All Smiles

Mama June put her slimmer figure on display on March 4, 2021, after revealing the diet and fitness changes she was making to shed 70 pounds post-rehab. “I’m doing gluten-free and dairy-free as much as possible,” she told In Touch in November 2020, noting she started eating more nutritional snacks while avoiding bread and pasta.

Strike a Pose!

Mama June smiled for the camera in a trendy white T-shirt in March 2021.

Reunited

In June 2021, the reality star reunited with her children for the first time in years.

Out and About

June was seen out and about in September 2021 rocking a pair of jeans, white sneakers and a black shirt.

Strolls

June enjoyed a stroll with her husband, Justin Stroud, in January 2022 before they announced they tied the knot in March of that year.