Shivangi Sinha
TLC’s ‘1000-lb Roomies’ follows the emotional and physical journey of Jasmine “Jaz” Wallace and Nesha Harris, two close friends and roommates who face a life-altering health crisis together. Their shared experience with extreme obesity pushes them to confront their daily habits and embrace a path toward transformation. As they navigated the challenges of weight loss, both women were forced to reevaluate not only their routines but also their emotional relationships with food, health, and one another. Living under the same roof, their friendship became both a source of strength and friction as they strove to reclaim control over their lives.
Nesha and Jaz Took Different Approaches to Their Weight-Loss Journey
Jasmine “Jaz” Wallace and Nesha Harris had built a comfortable life together as roommates. They both lived with obesity that had gradually become a quiet but persistent concern. With their individual weight nearing 1,000 pounds, the issue was often overlooked until a serious warning forced Jaz to confront reality. Her doctor, Dr. Sarvenaz Nouri, informed her that without drastic lifestyle changes, her health was at serious risk. To qualify for life-saving bariatric surgery, Jaz was told she would need to lose at least 200 pounds. Faced with a daunting but necessary goal, she realized it was no longer a choice but a matter of survival.
Jaz was deeply motivated by her young daughter, Nana, knowing that in order to be present for her and live a long, fulfilling life, she needed to make profound changes. Still, the idea of surgery terrified her, as it came with real risks and complications. That’s when her best friend and roommate, Nesha, stepped up. Not only did she promise to stand by Jaz emotionally, but she also committed to joining her on the weight loss journey, choosing to do it naturally without surgery. Together, they navigated restrictive diets, daily exercise, and persistent health issues. Through every setback, what remained constant was their unwavering support for one another. Their bond and determination became their greatest strength and helped them push through the hardest moments in pursuit of better health and a second chance at life.
Nesha Harris is Spreading Her Wings in Different Artistic Fields Today
Today, Nesha Harris is living life boldly and unapologetically as a multifaceted creative force based in Riverside, California. She wears many hats as she is an SSBBW model, makeup artist, photographer, and digital content creator, each reflecting a piece of who she is. As an SSBBW (Super-Sized, Big, Beautiful Woman) model, she uses her platform to redefine beauty standards, showcasing that confidence and self-worth aren’t bound by size. Her modeling work often intersects with her body positivity advocacy, which she speaks about openly in interviews and often encourages others to embrace their authentic selves.
Professionally, Nesha has carved a name for herself in the beauty world as a talented makeup artist, having worked with both everyday clients and high-profile celebrities. Her artistry extends beyond makeup, as she’s also an accomplished photographer specializing in personal portraits, weddings, and milestone events. Her work has even been published. Beyond the lens and brush, she has built a vibrant online presence. She creates content across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, often blending beauty tutorials, daily vlogs, empowerment messages, and behind-the-scenes moments. Her YouTube channel has become a window into her raw, real, and refreshingly honest world.
Whether she’s discussing the realities of being a plus-sized woman, offering makeup tips, or simply sharing a slice of her day, she brings her heart to everything she does. This is what has driven her digital platform, and she has leveraged it to collaborate with clothing lines like Torrid and Bloom Chic. She is single and is focusing on her personal growth. Nesha continues to inspire her growing audience by proving that fulfillment comes from loving yourself first.
Jasmine “Jaz” Wallace is Reshaping Her Public Identity as a Model
Jasmine “Jaz” Wallace has transformed her life in more ways than one. Now thriving as a plus-size influencer and model, she is carving out a bold new identity for herself. Under her previous stage name, Jasmine Marie, A.K.A BigFatFineJaz, she gained popularity for her unapologetic confidence and magnetic presence. Today, she’s channeling that same energy into lifestyle, beauty, and vlog-style content across social media, where she shares glimpses of her daily life, motherhood, and self-love journey. With over 55.2k followers on Instagram and a growing YouTube channel, she is steadily rebuilding her brand from the ground up.
She has expressed a clear desire to dive deeper into the fashion industry, aiming to create space for plus-size women to be represented with glamour and dignity. Her content reflects this passion as she experiments with style, promotes body positivity, and encourages her followers to dress for joy, not judgment. As a single mother to her daughter Nana, Jaz is grounded in her faith and draws strength from her spirituality. A devout Christian, she often shares encouraging messages and reflections on gratitude, healing, and inner peace. From health challenges to personal triumphs, Jaz’s evolution is ongoing, but one thing is clear: she’s doing it on her own terms.
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