Television has always been a mirror reflecting society's values, but when it comes to body size representation, the reflection shows an uncomfortable distortion. The representation of leading fat ...

Plus-bodied representation in the media has changed since I was a child. More notably, the narratives surrounding them have evolved significantly. Gone are the days when plus-size characters served ...

We’re not used to reading about bigger bodies that are lovable and heroic—let alone desirable. I’ve had people tell me that a plus size character is “unrealistic.” Really? You believe in fae and ...

She’s not waiting for someone else to sweep in. She’s picking up the magnifying glass, drawing the rune circle, and grabbing the sword. Because fat girls deserve the spotlight not just in shampoo ...

Disney has received a wave of praise over the past few days following the release of a new short film, Reflect. While many of us have grown up seeing Disney princesses and characters with narrow ...

Disney’s debuted its first plus-size heroine in the new short film “Reflect.” The film promotes body positivity and healthy body imagery through the main character, Bianca, a ballet dancer. In the ...