Whitney Way Thore
Self
My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)
Season 9
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
S9E1 - Big Fat French Crush
Back home in Greensboro, Whitney looks forward to life after quarantine, but Buddy may have abandoned her for his new girlfriend. When Whitney develops a crush on a Parisian man, her friends worry about her getting into another long distance relationship.
Aug. 18, 2021, midnight
S9E2 - From Tutor To Suitor
A newly vaccinated Whitney sets up a first date with her mystery French man. Then, when Buddy finally agrees to meet up with Whitney after months of dodging her, she must decide if she will beg him to stay or kick him out.
Aug. 25, 2021, midnight
S9E3 - Will You Be My Surrogate?
Worried about her slim chances for a having a child, Whitney makes some big decisions during a trip to the fertility doctor. Then, Whitney goes on her first official date with the French man, hoping it will put them on the path to amour.
Sept. 1, 2021, midnight
S9E4 - Vaxed and Waxed
Freshly vaxed and waxed, Whitney and Ashley are headed to Georgia for a big girls' retreat. With international travel restrictions relaxing, Whitney wonders if her virtual relationship will finally become a reality or if her French man will say au revoir.
Sept. 8, 2021, midnight
S9E5 - Retreat Yourself
Whitney and her friends begin to doubt the French man's intentions after a revelation at the big girls' retreat forces her to acknowledge the similarities between him and a man in her past; she must decide if she will give him a chance or not.
Sept. 15, 2021, midnight
S9E6 - Crappy Birthday to You
Whitney and Todd's birthday celebration turns into a total disaster; Whitney finally confronts the French man about where their relationship is heading, but she may not be prepared for what he has to say.
Sept. 22, 2021, midnight
S9E7 - Chase'n the Frenchman
Ashley claps back at Whitney after she's fired from No BS Active. While Whitney struggles with the side effects of her fertility drugs, the French man continues to ghost her. A meet up with Chase might be comforting, or it might leave her reeling.
Sept. 29, 2021, midnight
S9E8 - A Big Fat Disappointment
While on a painful break with the French man, Whitney grapples with her own jealousy after hearing Chase's happy news. The French man finally reaches out, but he may decide his privacy is more important than a romance with her.
Oct. 6, 2021, midnight
S9E9 - Fat Lips
Whitney finally gets the results from her painful egg retrieval procedure. When Hunter accuses her of moving too fast with the French man, Whitney must defend herself, but a disturbing voice message leaves Whitney questioning everything.
Oct. 13, 2021, midnight
S9E10 - Maine Reason For Tension
After the French man stands Whitney up on the trip to Maine, she is forced to defend her online relationship to her family and friends. Whitney wonders, however, if he truly is everything he says he is, or if her love life has taken another hit.
Oct. 20, 2021, midnight
S9E11 - Late, Toothless And High
While her friends and family enjoy their trip to Maine, Whitney agonizes over whether the French man will be allowed into the US. After a painful medical emergency, Whitney makes a decision that has the others worried she's headed for heartache.
Oct. 27, 2021, midnight
S9E12 - Bon Voyage, Whitney
Whitney has a one-way ticket to Paris and is ready to meet her French man in the flesh. When she prioritizes love over her business, it may cause friction between her and Jessica. Whitney wonders whether her loved ones support her or expect the worst.
Nov. 3, 2021, 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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