King’s story is one of grit, transformation, and second chances. Once weighing a staggering 845 pounds, he opened up about his lifelong battle with obesity on TLC’s Family by the Ton — and made a choice that would change everything.

As a kid, King was always “the big one.” Years of emotional struggles, fast food, and a sedentary lifestyle caused his weight to spiral. Eventually, even simple daily tasks became a challenge. But instead of giving up, King made a bold decision: he was going to fight back.

He overhauled his life — embracing a strict diet, regular workouts, and undergoing gastric sleeve surgery. The results were nothing short of life-changing. King shed over 300 pounds, dropping to 525 and aiming for 25 more. He’s also preparing for skin removal surgery as part of his next step forward.

But the transformation wasn’t just physical.

King landed a job at Home Depot, giving him financial independence and a renewed sense of purpose. Looking back, he said,

“I’m the healthiest I’ve been since high school… the happiest I’ve been in forever.”

King’s journey is a reminder that no matter how big the mountain, it’s possible to climb it — one determined step at a time.