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From viral TikTook sensation to TLC star. Baylen Dudree has been documenting her life with Tourette syndrome on social media for years. Now, she’s going to star in a new reality series, Baylen Out Loud. 

‘Baylen Out Loud’ premieres in January 2025 on TLC

Baylen was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at age 18, after she began experiencing involuntary movements and noises that intensified in her teen years. 

“Tourette syndrome causes me to have involuntary motor and vocal tics,” she explains in a teaser for Baylen Out Loud. 

Now 22, Baylen is navigating the reality of living with a variety of tics while also fighting to become an independent adult. She shares her life with her 9.5 million TikTok followers, who have embraced her positivity and openness.

“Baylen’s realness and humor struck us right away,”  Howard Lee, president, TLC and Discovery Networks, said in a statement. “Her fearless honesty about living with Tourette syndrome not only busts stereotypes but also builds bridges of understanding. At TLC, we stay committed to showcasing stories that resonate deeply with our audience, and Baylen’s journey is the perfect blend of heart and mission.” 

Baylen Out Loud will follow Baylen and “her loving family in West Virginia, including her five siblings, devoted boyfriend, Colin, protective father, Allen, and strong and independent mother, Julie.” With their support, “Baylen learns to manage the complexities of Tourette and embrace life fully,” according to TLC’s description of the new show, which premieres Jan. 13 on TLC. 

“Having a sister with Tourette’s is very crazy,” Baylen’s sister Sammi says in the teaser. “You don’t know if you’re going to get slapped in the face or get a hug.”

Baylen hopes to move out of her parents home, but they have concerns 

Baylen Dupree leaning against her boyfriend Colin on a purple background
Baylen and Colin | TLC
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Each episode of Baylen Out Loud will follow Baylen as she pushes herself to live the life she’s always dreamed of and strives to build a future with her boyfriend, Colin, whom she describes as “my medicine.” For years, she was self-conscious about her condition. But now, she’s ready to show off her authentic self and show the world that her diagnosis does not define her.

“My number one goal is to move out of my parents’ house,” she says. 

However, Allen and Julie aren’t sure their daughter is ready to be on her own.

“Baylen wants her independence, but it’s an emotional dance,” Julie says. 

To make matters more complicated, Colin is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force. Soon, he’ll have to relocate. “I could end up anywhere,” he says

Baylen doesn’t want Colin to leave, but it’s not clear if she can move with him. Flying can be a challenge with her condition. At one point in the teaser, she announces she has a gun while standing in a TSA line.

“Does he want to drag her with him wherever he goes?” Sammi asks. 

The stress might be making Baylen’s condition worse. 

“I’m concerned she’s going to overdo herself,” Julie says. 

Baylen Out Loud premieres Monday, Jan. 13 at 9 p.m. ET on TLC.

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