I'm not sure exactly who Shannon is without watching the story. But she is probably someone who is dealing with a 600 lb weight issue and her life is being documented in this story.
I'm not sure which specific 'Shannon' story you are referring to. There could be many people named Shannon with different stories. Can you give me some more details?
Maybe Shannon Woolley has top stories in the field of art. For example, perhaps they have created some amazing artworks that have received a lot of attention, or they might have been involved in promoting local art scenes. Another possibility is that in the field of technology, they have some great stories like developing a new software or making contributions to a tech - related cause.
Billy Elliot is based on a true story to a certain extent. It incorporates real elements but may have fictionalized parts to enhance the drama and entertainment value.