Whitney Way Thore
Self
My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)
Season 4
Dancing her way through the haters, Whitney Way Thore is embracing her body in a world that judges people by their size. She navigates both career challenges and relationship snafus with her vivacious personality, a sense of humor and an abundance of courage. This series follows Whitney who was diagnosed with an endocrine system disorder called polyscystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which caused her, a slender dancer at the time, to gain more than 200 pounds in one year at college. Feeling trapped in a big body, she struggled with self-doubt and negative stereotypes. Now 380 pounds and eager to continue sharing her passion for dance, Whitney has learned to embrace her body and love herself again.
Released Jan. 13, 2015
Episode 41 min
14+
Genres: Drama, Reality, Reality TV
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Watch Providers: TLC, Spectrum On Demand, Discovery +, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, HBO Max Amazon Channel + 3 more, HBO Max, Philo, YouTube TV
Production Companies: TLC, Mountain Films, Barefoot Holidays, The Paris Bureau, Pilgrim Studios
Network: TLC
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S4E1 - Knocked Up?
Newly single, blonde, and a homeowner, Whitney takes a fresh approach to the challenges faced by a 370-pound dancer. But an unfortunate fight with her new "tenant" topped with the most shocking news imaginable leads to catastrophe.
Jan. 24, 2017, midnight
S4E2 - Immaculate Misconception
Whitney settles into the grave reality of being pregnant at 370 lbs., and now she must find the courage to break the news to her child's father. But when Lennie asks for proof that the pregnancy is legit, Whitney's flabbergasted.
Jan. 31, 2017, midnight
S4E3 - Baby Fat
Glenn has a conniption when he learns of Whitney's pregnancy, and Babs spills the beans to everyone at the worst possible moment. Kiss FM has Whitney cover Charlotte's gay pride festival, but nothing could prepare her for fat-shaming at its worst.
Feb. 7, 2017, midnight
S4E4 - Judging Whitney
Whitney's big festival performance leads to a cat fight with a rival dancer; then her world gets rocked when Lennie shows up with a new woman. Forced to get real with Roy, Whitney lays everything on the table in hopes that he returns her affections.
Feb. 14, 2017, midnight
S4E5 - How Low Can Whit Go?
Whitney attends rival Jiya's dance class, and when her skills get tested and she refuses to get low, things get nasty. Then Jiya and her Trophy Wives step onto Whitney's turf, where Whitney serves up a surprise. Roy puts Whitney on the spot - on the air.
Feb. 21, 2017, midnight
S4E6 - I Kissed a Girl
Whitney runs into a female friend from high school who invites her horseback riding. By the time Whitney realizes she's on a romantic date, there's no turning back. Babs plans a "bombshell" of a surprise for Glenn on their wedding anniversary.
Feb. 28, 2017, midnight
S4E7 - Whitney Calls in Backup
With the dance battle looming Whitney can't afford to mess around. But bringing in cutthroat choreographer Jenzi to help with the class' routine proves disastrous when she gives Whitney a dark ultimatum. Will poses a new challenge for Buddy.
March 7, 2017, midnight
S4E8 - Big Girl Dance Battle
It's time to battle! Whitney's Big Girls gear up for the most intense performance of their lives. The Trophy Wives come packing a secret weapon that has Whitney calling "foul" and when an injury plagues her star dancer Whitney loses her mind.
March 14, 2017, midnight
S4E9 - Whitney Gets a Date
Whitney dives back into online dating, but a new type of suitor raises ample concern. Whitney and Buddy gear up for a fitness competition, but when they arrive, Will drops a bomb. Meanwhile, Whitney comes upon the scorecards from the dance battle.
March 21, 2017, midnight
S4E10 - Belly Up
Whitney attends a belly dancing class with a judge from the dance battle, but then a harmless lesson turns into a public performance with a sword; online date Nathan divulges information that throws Whitney's world into a tailspin.
March 28, 2017, midnight
S4E11 - Big Girl in the Big Apple
Whitney tags along on Todd's New York trip to attend a dance workshop with The Fitness Marshall. But when she accepts an offer to be in a music video the following day, Todd goes into an angry tirade and abandons her in Central Park.
April 4, 2017, midnight
S4E12 - Toe to Toe
With the dance battle rematch looming, Whitney's friends attempt to repair her relationship with Todd, but an untimely injury leads to an even bigger problem; Whitney learns that Babs has been rushed to the emergency room
April 11, 2017, midnight
S4E13 - Whitney Steps Up
In the wake of Babs' stroke, the family struggles to hold it together; Whitney offers to help with Babs' recovery, but when she receives an unexpected offer, she must choose between her family and her dance career
April 18, 2017, midnight
S4E14 - The Skinny
Whitney and cast look back on the most outrageous moments of the season. Whitney comes clean to Roy about her feelings, and a visit from Jiya causes temperatures to rise. When host Shaun Robinson rubs Buddy the wrong way, he storms off the set.
April 25, 2017, midnight
Network: TLC
Episode Runtime: 41 min.
Season Runtime: 7052 min.
Released: Jan. 13, 2015
Last Air Date: Sept. 2, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: TV-14
Common sense age: 14+
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