TLC Commissions Follow-Up Weight-Loss Doc

LONDON: September Films has been tapped to produce a new hour-long documentary for TLC that serves as a follow up to 650lb Virgin, which was the channel’s highest rated doc of 2009. 

650lb Virgin: The Weight is Over will look at the life of 31-year-old David Smith after his extraordinary weight loss. Smith’s story was first featured in 650lb Virgin, which chronicled his journey from a morbidly obese loner to a healthy fitness instructor. 650lb Virgin: The Weight is Over follows Smith and his mentor, fitness instructor Chris, as they embark on the next stage of their journey. He is now on a mission to help reshape others, starting with 550lb Jeff and 250lb Lindsey. 

The documentary will premiere on November 29 on TLC.

Sheldon Lazarus, the executive producer for September Films, commented: "David’s story is inspirational in many different ways. It is not only about change, willpower and self-confrontation, but also a tale of invaluable friendship. This type of human-interest film appeals to millions of viewers who live in the same world and come to experience similar challenges throughout their lives."