James Argent to have gastric band surgery as he reveals he’s 26 stone: ‘I don’t want to die’

Gemma Collins has always been candid about her life, but during an appearance on Piers Morgan's Life Stories on Thursday evening, the reality star opened up more than ever before.The bubbly blonde, who opened up about receiving death threats, shared how the height of James Argent's drug battle left her feeling suicidal and unable to cope.

Gemma Collins and James Argent are reported to be back together and are even talking about having children. It has been reported that the TOWIE pair are giving things another go – and have also discussed getting married.

James ‘Arg’ Argent recently revealed that he plans to have gastric surgery in order to help him lose 12 stone. The reality star – who weighs around 26st – has been told he urgently needs to slim down for the sake of his health.

Gemma Collins has stepped in to support her ex-boyfriend James Argent on his weight loss journey, it has been reported. James, 33, announced last month that he is to undergo surgery in an attempt to "save his life" after hitting 26 stone.

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James Argent has vowed to lose weight in the current coronavirus lockdown as he revealed he's joined a running challenge.The 33 year old, who recently confessed his weight has increased to 26 stone, took to his Instagram stories to announce his intentions with his 776,000 followers. In a cheery clip, the former TOWIE star could be seen wearing matching blue tracksuit with an electric blue beanie on his head as he prepared to go on a jog.

James Argent has joined a gruelling boot camp in an attempt to lose weight ahead of his gastric operation.The 33 year old revealed over the weekend that he would be undergoing the surgery after doctors warned him he could die if he doesn't shed the pounds. Following a lockdown full of unhealthy eating and a lack of exercise, 'Arg' now weighs 26 stone.

James Argent has revealed his determination to become “happy and healthy” as he admitted his eating disorder has “got the better of him”. Former The Only Way Is Essex star Arg, 33, shared a throwback photo of himself with his 775,000 followers to thank fans for their support after opening up on plans to have gastric surgery.