My Big Fat Fabulous Life (2015)

My Big Fat Fabulous Life features openly gay characters, most notably Whitney's best friend, Todd Beasley. His character is consistently portrayed with dignity, complexity, and agency, integrated naturally into the show's narrative. The series depicts LGBTQ+ individuals as valued members of Whitney's social circle, affirming their identities and relationships without resorting to stereotypes or negative framing.

The show portrays Christianity primarily through Whitney's parents, Glenn and Babs, who are devout. Their faith is depicted as a genuine source of comfort, community, and moral strength, offering support during personal challenges without being satirized or presented negatively by the narrative.