From medical miracles to families with many wives and children, here’s your list of the top 10 best TLC shows to watch on TV right now.
Keep an eye on this list as it is updated with the latest and greatest TLC shows, so you can be sure you’re in the loop. From Sister Wives to 7 Little Johnstons, this list will help reality TV show fans stay up to date on the most popular shows available on The Learning Channel.
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TOP 10 TLC SHOWS TO WATCH
Let’s get started. Here are the trending reality programs on TLC that fans are enjoying right now, with all the information you need to check them out for yourself.
1. ‘Sister Wives’
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Embark on an extraordinary journey into the life of Kody Brown and his four wives in Sister Wives. The series looks at the complexities and challenges of practicing plural marriage in modern day America, a practice that is met with both curiosity and skepticism. Viewers experience the emotional dynamics and familial bonds that form in this larger-than-usual family unit, all while navigating societal norms.
This show takes you on an emotional ride that offers a unique insight into the lives and struggles of each wife, their children and their combined family culture. Don’t miss this captivating glimpse into the realities and relationships within a polygamist lifestyle.
2. ‘My 600-Lb. Life’
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Experience the jaw-dropping journeys of obese individuals on My 600-Lb. Life. This reality series invites viewers to walk a mile in the shoes of those who are at least 600 pounds, aiming to change their lives for the better. Guided by the tough yet compassionate Dr. Younan Nowzaradan – or Dr. Now, as many call him – each patient embarks on a year-long transformation journey involving risky bariatric surgery and major lifestyle changes. Tune into My 600-Lb. Life for a truly weighty dose of courage, resilience and drastic transformation like no other.
3. ‘Dr. Pimple Popper’
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Your skin is the most outward-facing part of your body, and it’s the first thing everyone sees when they meet you. On Dr. Pimple Popper, dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee is on a mission to make sure everyone’s skin shines. Watch as she performs intricate and often transformational surgeries, giving a new lease of life to patients with severe skin conditions. Equal parts medical show and human-interest story, the series uniquely combines science, health and personal journeys.
4. ‘1000-Lb. Best Friends’
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Get a vivid glimpse into the captivating world of four best friends as they navigate their journey of weight loss in TLC’s 1000-Lb. Best Friends. This show isn’t just about shedding weight- it’s a story of resilience, camaraderie and determination doused with dashes of humor. Providing an intimate look into their struggles and triumphs with obesity, these friends cling together, sharing their secrets and exploits in a wild, fluctuating diet sisterhood.
Tune in as this unapologetic quartet takes on life’s big challenges with larger-than-life personalities, crazy diets and an unwavering dedication to transform themselves.
5. ‘Return to Amish’
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Embark on a captivating journey with Return to Amish, a reality series that follows the journey of some individuals from Breaking Amish, as they attempt to return to their traditional lifestyles, while navigating through the changes of their evolving lives. This heartfelt series provides insight into the constant tension between tradition and modernity within the Amish community.
Watch as they grapple with profound decisions that will forever change their lives. Return to Amish, with its raw emotions and intimate storytelling, is a deep dive into an often-overlooked community and a testament to human resilience and adaptability.
6. ‘Say Yes to the Dress’
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Immerse yourself in the world of bridal couture with TLC’s hit reality show Say Yes to the Dress. Join renowned bridal stylist Randy Fenoli and his exceptional team at Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City as they diligently help brides-to-be find their perfect wedding gown. The show blends high fashion, emotion and personal drama into an enthralling concoction.
Each episode features different brides with unique stories, desires and dreams for their big day, making it more than just a show about wedding dresses. Watch as joy, tears and occasional bridal meltdowns unfold on Say Yes to the Dress.
7. ‘Long Lost Family’
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Experience moving tales of reunion in Long Lost Family. Join the dedicated hosts and adoptees themselves, Chris Jacobs and Lisa Joyner, as they navigate through layers of mystery and emotion to help individuals reconnect with their long-lost biological families.
Each story is uniquely heartrending and resonant, entwining suspense, surprise and joy. Be prepared to ride a deluge of emotions as ordinary people uncover extraordinary truths about their pasts and discover the familial bonds they’ve dreamed of in Long Lost Family.
8. ‘My 600-Lb. Life: Where Are They Now?’
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My 600-Lb. Life: Where Are They Now? documents the physical and emotional challenges faced by men and women who have hit extreme weights. But these peoples’ stories are not over once the cameras stop rolling. See where these brave and determined individuals are now in Where Are They Now. Are they still on their journey to a healthier existence or have they slipped back into obesity? With nuanced storytelling, this show provides a candid look into their unique weight loss journeys and the battles they continue to fight. See the triumphs, setbacks and life-changing transformations on My 600-Lb. Life: Where Are They Now?
9. ‘Little People, Big World’
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Embark on a fascinating journey of the Roloff family in Little People, Big World. This makes for a compelling watch, as it portrays the everyday lives of Matt and Amy Roloff, along with their four children, in a world not designed for their height. With 3 out of 6 family members diagnosed as dwarves, their trials and triumphs are sure to keep you engrossed.
Tune in to witness what it’s really like being different, in a society that’s not quite ready to accept those differences. More than just a show, this is a life lesson in resilience, strength and familial love.
10. ‘7 Little Johnstons’
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Follow the lives of the Johnston family on 7 Little Johnstons. Two parents and five children, all with Achondroplasia Dwarfism, live out loud to prove that size doesn’t matter.
Watch as Trent and Amber navigate familial challenges while raising their children, making certain that each member, regardless of their height, reaches for the stars. Each episode is full of heart, humor and honesty as the Johnstons continuously tackle life’s daily adversities with a unique twist.
And there you have it: the top 10 TLC shows to stream at home. Stay tuned for updates to come so you can keep up with the best content available right now.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of TLC's top shows?
My 600-lb Life: Where Are They Now?, 7 Little Johnstons, and Seeking Sister Wife are some of TLC's top shows.
What does TLC stand for?
The Learning Channel.
When did TLC launch?
TLC launched in 1972.
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