Operation Transformation finale: Here is how the leaders fared
RTÉ's latest series of Operation Transformation came to an end tonight and it is safe to say that it has been a memorable journey.
We have followed leaders Cathal Gallagher, Pamela Swayne, Siobhan O'Brien, Paul Murphy and Jean Tierney through all of the ups and downs of the past two months.
After weeks spent cheering them all through the challenges of the series, tonight we watched as they strutted their stuff on the catwalk and looked back at how far they have come.
In the two months spent following the Operation Transformation food and exercise plan, the leaders have between them lost over ten stone.
Returning for the series finale was Jean Tierney who stole the nation's hearts while on the show.
Jean's OT journey came to an end in week six as she
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The Limerick woman became an inspiration for many when she spoke about her previous heartbreak - in 2015, she had an ectopic pregnancy; in January 2018, she gave birth to a baby girl named Sloane who sadly died five days after being born and last September, Jean had a miscarriage.
It's the final countdown!! Tune in tonight as our fab five leaders take on the 5K and conquer the catwalk! 👊📸👊🏃♂️#OperationTransformation Grand Finale, tonight at 9.35pm on @RTEOne pic.twitter.com/81NbbjlRiw
— OT RTÉ (@OpTranRTE) February 27, 2019
Viewers were delighted to see her return for the finale and join the four other leaders whom she has said are like her brothers and sisters now.
There were heartwarming scenes as the five took part in a 5k run with Siobhan battling her way through despite being injured.
Presenter Kathryn Thomas commented ahead of the finale, “I have so enjoyed this 12th series of Operation Transformation alongside old friends and new.
Our five leaders have been an inspiration to viewers right across the country, with Jean’s story particularly touching hearts, not least my own! I wish them all health and happiness in the future.
While the group have shed over 10 stone in the last two months, they have gained plenty of confidence and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Congratulations to them all!
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Paul Murphy
- Paul's target this week 2lb (0.9kg)
- Paul's Loss 5.5lb (2.5kg)
- Paul's weight now 17st 1lb (108.4kg)
Cathal Gallagher
- Cathal's target 2lb (0.9kg)
- Cathal's loss 6lb (2.7kg)
- Cathal's weight now 23st (146kg)
Pamela Swayne
- Pam's target 1lb (0.45kg)
- Pam's loss 2lb (0.9kg)
- Pam's weight now 12st 13lb (82.1kg)
Siobhan O’Brien
- Siobhan's target 1lb (0.45kg)
- Siobhan's loss 4lb (1,8kg)
- Siobhan's weight now 15st 7lb (98.4kg)
Jean Tierney
Jean lost 12lb (5.44kg) up to when she had to leave the programme at week 6
