'My 600-Lb Life' Fan Unmasks The Real Dr. Nowzaradan

My 600-lb Life star Dr. Younan Nowzaradan, mostly known as Dr. Now, has been loved by many fans due to his hard work and dedication. At the age of 79, he’s still performing surgeries and accepting patients with some of the most complicated weight problems. Dr. Now is also popular for the “tough love” that he gives to his patients on the show. But many Redditors were surprised to see what the bariatric surgeon is like in person. Keep reading to see why.

My 600-lb Life: Is Dr. Now Done After Season 12?

There have been speculations that Dr. Now is hanging up his scalpel after Season 12. This comes after viewers noticed that the My 600-lb Life star is moving a lot slower than he used to. Others also said that he deserves to enjoy his life at his age. Dr. Now has yet to share if he’s retiring soon. But many fans were surprised after he promoted a new weight loss show called Quarter Ton Teen, on AETV. However, Dr. Now won’t appear in the new show and only endorses it to spread awareness about the growing percentage of youth obesity in the U.S.

Dr. Now From My 600-lb Life, Sourced From TLC YouTube

Fan Reveals The Real Dr. Now

A Reddit user recently shared their experience meeting Dr. Now. According to the profile named, u/victorinoes, she and her mom were on a work trip to Houston and decided to stop by Dr. Now’s office. She was only hoping for a shirt and a book. But they were surprised when Dr. Now went out of his office to meet them.

Dr. Now From My 600-lb Life, TLC, Sourced From Reddit

The Redditor claimed that the My 600-lb Life star talked to them for quite a while and that he was so nice in person. She even shared the book that he signed with a message that says, “With best wishes to Victoria.” Many commenters were left in awe by Dr. Now’s kindness. Others also talked about his white beard.

“I love that beard on him!!!”
“I love his little white goatee situation. So adorable. I also really like your mom and her boss’s outfits. Stylish women!”
“Dr now is the man.”
“Aww the book inscription is amazing to have!”
“He’s such a cutie pie.”
“I want to have the kind of job where me and my boss can take a detour and go meet Dr. Now. That is so cool!”
“I could cry, I love this for you!!”

My 600-lb Life: Dr. Now Continues To Show Appreciation For The Fans

Dr. Now has also been showing love to his fans for the massive success of My 600-lb Life. In March, he launched a meet-and-greet at his office following the Season 12 premiere. He signed books and gave souvenirs to the fans. The Iranian even expressed how happy he was with the long line outside of his office. Aside from his gratitude, Dr. Now also uses Instagram as a platform to give advice on how to live a healthy life.