Viewers were absolutely blown away by Operation Transformation leader Marie on this week’s show.
They branded her “inspirational” as she opened up about her journey on the show.
Marie lives with her mum Angela in Cashel, Co Tipperary and works part-time as an SNA with children living with disabilities.
She admitted that taking part in the show had become overwhelming for her.
She said: “I woke up this morning and feel totally emotional, maybe it’s all overwhelming and it’s starting to hit me now I don’t know.
“I hope everyone will be kind. I’m putting myself out there. I’m doing this for myself actually so I’m not even going to think about it. But just be kind with your comments.”
She was moved to tears as she confessed: “When I see myself, I see my double chin, I see my hands. I hate looking at my own hands.
“I’ve always avoided looking at myself but do you know what, I’m in the right place now and I’m here to change.
“I’ll have everyone that I need around me but yeah, I am scared when I just saw myself there. I’m strong enough to get through it all.”
Twitter was in Marie’s corner, telling her incredible she is.
C’mon marie!! You can do it! Get it girl!! We’re all rooting for ya! 💥💥 #OperationTransformation
— Davina Devine (@DavinaDevine) January 11, 2023
I hope everyone gives Marie on Operation Transformation loadsa positive vibes and well wishes..it not easy putting yourself out there but herself and the other Leaders are paving the way in helping the nation kick-start 2023 💚🤍🧡 #operationtransformation #BeKind #PositiveVibes pic.twitter.com/gFogmJl5bG
— Jonathan Moorehead (@IrishMonkey84) January 11, 2023
Marie well done. You are amazing. Hope you have another great week. We’re all rooting for you! #operationtransformation
— Eibhin Butler (@EBDublin) January 11, 2023
Marie is great. Hope she has great success on #operationtransformation
— Enid Beb (@Dutchiebikes) January 11, 2023
Marie you are amazing and best of luck with your journey you got this girl xx #operationtransformation
— Sarah Higgins (@shlfcfan) January 11, 2023
Marie is just a fabulous beautiful woman! #OperationTransformation
— nomadicmammy (@nomadicmammy) January 11, 2023
Let's go Marie, keep going strong 💪 #OperationTransformation
— Seán Michael Dunne (@Seandunne) January 11, 2023
Marie lost a total 4lbs during the week much to her delight.
Operation Transformation continues on Wednesday at 9:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.