Former Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham has filed to run for Austin City Council in Texas, launching a local political campaign after years in reality television and adult entertainment.
The 35-year-old media personality filed candidate paperwork for local office in Austin, according to local television station KVUE-TV. Abraham explained that seeking a district council seat allows her to contribute to the local community.
"I think running for local city council in your city and doing, like, a district, I think that really opens your eyes to what and how you can improve and give back to a city that's given you so much," Abraham said. "I think everyone who has been in the public eye should give back to the community wherever they are."
The mother of one was born in Nebraska and raised in Iowa before making her home in Texas. Her move into municipal politics follows a recent public outing in Texas, where she was spotted taking a dip in a swimming pool to escape the local heat last week.
Pool Dip and Cosmetic Enhancements
During her poolside appearance, Abraham wore a skimpy bikini that showed off her washboard abs and unique hourglass figure. She was seen carrying a towel slung over her shoulder, toying with her long hair extensions by the water's edge, and splashing around in the pool.
The reality star flung her arms in the air in a celebratory pose while soaking up the sun, leaned forward on the steps of the pool, and bent over to adjust a poolside stool.
Abraham is widely known for her extensive history of cosmetic surgery, with her most notable procedure being a liquid Brazilian Butt Lift. Unlike a traditional BBL, which is constructed using fat transfers from another part of the body or silicone implants, a liquid BBL is built entirely through injectable dermal fillers.
The former MTV personality has spent between six and seven figures on procedures to transform her physical appearance, previously describing her physique as a "million-dollar body." Speaking to the Daily Mail last year, she admitted that she has spent around $50,000 on her lips alone.
Her surgical history began as a teenager at age 19, when she underwent her first procedure for a breast augmentation. Over the years, her additional cosmetic alterations have included a nose job, a chin implant, veneers, and liposuction.
However, in an interview with Us Weekly last September, the bombshell boasted that she currently had no Botox or fillers after ditching surgery and learning to love herself.
Television Stints and Adult Entertainment
Abraham first rose to national fame as a teenager on MTV's 16 & Pregnant before joining the cast of its spin-off series, Teen Mom, in 2009. Since entering the public eye, she has pursued a variety of commercial and creative projects.
She has published a New York Times bestseller, released a critically-acclaimed experimental album, and starred in a horror movie. Her television background also includes appearances on reality series such as Celebrity Big Brother, Couples Therapy, and Ex on the Beach.
Long before her recent ventures, Abraham secured a major entry into adult entertainment in 2013 when she starred in the best-selling sex tape Farrah Superstar: Backdoor Teen Mom. She originally claimed the explicit footage was recorded privately for her own personal use, but later admitted she was convinced by a former manager to film it as a way to boost her career.
Following her work in the adult industry, Abraham reinvented herself as a top-earning content creator on OnlyFans. Speaking on the Sisters Uncensored podcast, she reflected on female sexuality and public perception.
"Every woman needs to know that they are a sex symbol," Abraham told the podcast, adding, "You're just sexualized beings."
Fitness Routine, Jaw Pain and Surgery
In addition to cosmetic procedures, Abraham stays in shape by lifting weights, engaging in consistent strength training, and following a high-protein diet. She noted that building physical strength is currently her primary fitness focus.
"Focusing on my traps really helps my neck and posture. So, that’s my biggest focus, along with my back and core," Abraham told the Daily Mail. "I'm lifting weights consistently because building strength is my priority."
Abraham turned to exercise to help manage ongoing medical issues that have caused her severe pain. She explained that she suffers from chronic problems with her jaw and neck, using physical training to stay resilient ahead of scheduled surgery.
"I've had ongoing issues with my jaw and neck for years, and until I have my jaw surgery in September, keeping my neck, back and core as strong as possible really helps manage the pain," she explained. "For me, it's less about getting smaller and more about being strong, healthy and resilient. Weight training helps me stay lean while building real strength."
Her health difficulties have also forced her to adapt her daily eating habits, turning to a liquid diet to avoid triggering jaw pain. She blends most of her high-protein meals to minimize chewing and reduce strain on her jaw joint.
"I eat a mostly high-protein diet, but because of my jaw issues, a lot of my meals are in liquid form," she said. "I blend most of my food because it means less chewing and puts less strain on my jaw. Things like wraps or toasted sandwiches are just too difficult for me right now, so I've had to adapt the way I eat."
Abraham plans to return to solid food following her upcoming medical procedure in September. "Once I've had my surgery and I'm able to eat normally again, I'll continue focusing on high-protein meals while keeping processed and junk food to a minimum," she added.
