BREAKING: ‘My 600-Lb. Life’ Star Dolly Martinez Dead
Published April 13, 2026 at 2:32 pm
Dolly Martinez from TLC’s hit show ‘My 600-Lb. Life’ has died. Her sister broke the heartbreaking news on Saturday, revealing the cause of death for the reality star who captured audiences with her weight loss journey on the long-running series.
The exact cause hasn’t been detailed in the initial announcement, but Martinez had been a fixture on the show for years, documenting her struggles and triumphs as she worked toward her health goals under the care of Dr. Younan Nowzaradan. Fans of the series have watched her story unfold across multiple seasons, making her a recognizable face in the reality TV world.
Her sister’s announcement sent shockwaves through social media, with devoted fans of the show expressing their grief and sharing memories of watching Martinez’s transformation attempts. The news marks another loss in the ‘My 600-Lb. Life’ community, a show that’s followed dozens of participants battling severe obesity over its many seasons.