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The Best Episodes of My Big Fat Fabulous Life

Every episode of My Big Fat Fabulous Life ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of My Big Fat Fabulous Life!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 1 - Babs
    8.5/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Babs

    S11:E1

    The Thores are left heartbroken by the passing of their matriarch, Babs. With Glenn forced to navigate life without his wife, Whitney takes on the role of caring for her aging father and moves him into her home.

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  2. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 10 Episode 1 - For the Love of Babs
    8.1/10(9 votes)

    #2 - For the Love of Babs

    S10:E1

    After Babs suffers a stroke, the family discovers that Babs, Glenn and Hunter have COVID-19; without her family to lean on, Whitney's friends rally together as she attempts to stay strong through a trying time.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 7 - Sex, Lies And Sandwiches
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #3 - Sex, Lies And Sandwiches

    S8:E7

    After a close encounter with an ex-boyfriend, Whitney wonders if she's ready to move on from Chase. She escapes quarantine for a fun weekend friends' trip, but will she be crushed when she discovers Buddy's been keeping a new girlfriend from her?

    Director:Unknown
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  4. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 8 - Sink or Swim
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Sink or Swim

    S8:E8

    During a weekend trip to the lake, Whitney and Ryan clash as her friends beg her to ditch him and move back to Greensboro. When Buddy's new girlfriend crashes the party, Whitney worries about losing her "quarantine husband" to another woman.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 9 - The Buddy System
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #5 - The Buddy System

    S8:E9

    Wary of being alone in Charlotte, Whitney convinces Buddy to move in with her. With Buddy's new girlfriend taking up his time; however, she finds herself lonelier than ever. When Buddy moves too fast in love, will it all blow up in their faces?

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  6. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 10 - A Big Fat Ultimatum
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #6 - A Big Fat Ultimatum

    S8:E10

    With Chase long gone and Buddy on the fence about staying with her, Whitney considers packing it all in and heading home to Greensboro. When Ryan finds out; however, he throws down a pretty hefty ultimatum, threatening her to stay in Charlotte -- or else!

    Director:Unknown
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  7. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 11 - Weight Loss Surgery
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Weight Loss Surgery

    S8:E11

    While Whitney is undecided about where to live, the Greensboro crew hatches a plan to lure her back home and away from Ryan -- for good. With the fate of the business in jeopardy and her love life in ruins, Whitney faces some tough decisions.

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  8. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 12 - Whitney Gets Her Groove Back
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #8 - Whitney Gets Her Groove Back

    S8:E12

    In an attempt to rebuild their shaky relationship, Ryan invites Whitney and her friends to Asheville for a weekend getaway. Whitney consults a doctor about moving forward with weight loss surgery, but will the benefits outweigh the risks?

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  9. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 8 Episode 13 - Big Fat Brawl
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #9 - Big Fat Brawl

    S8:E13

    During a weekend trip to Asheville, all eyes are on Ryan for possible sabotage, but no one is expecting Whitney and Buddy to lash out at each other. Then, when Whitney tests her stamina on a treacherous waterfall hike, will she push herself too hard?

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  10. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 9 Episode 2 - From Tutor To Suitor
    7.5/10(7 votes)

    #10 - From Tutor To Suitor

    S9:E2

    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.

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  11. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 10 Episode 2 - Thore Family Values
    7.4/10(6 votes)

    #11 - Thore Family Values

    S10:E2

    After suffering a stroke, COVID-19 and an infection, the Thores are amazed to see Babs make a miraculous recovery; everyone anxiously hopes it will be enough to get her approved for rehabilitation; Whitney is not prepared to give up without a fight.

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  12. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 10 Episode 3 - Business Decisions in the Bedroom
    7.4/10(6 votes)

    #12 - Business Decisions in the Bedroom

    S10:E3

    A pregnant Ashley decides she doesn't want to know her baby's gender, so Whitney must carry the secret alone; Heather breaks out of her shell on a group date; Babs makes progress in rehab; Hunter, Whitney and Henchi are added to the visitor list.

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  13. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 4 - My Big Fat Weigh-In
    7.3/10(9 votes)

    #13 - My Big Fat Weigh-In

    S11:E4

    Whitney wants to participate in her dad's bucket list, but indoor skydiving has a weight limit. Glenn prefers to have his feet on the ground as he tries to build a dollhouse for his new great-granddaughter. Whitney gets Jessica outside her comfort zone.

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  14. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 10 - My Dad's Big Fat Family Tattoo
    7.3/10(8 votes)

    #14 - My Dad's Big Fat Family Tattoo

    S11:E10

    The Thore family competitions continue as Whitney welcomes Angie and Jaime to North Carolina, but the bonding may go too far with matching tattoos. Glenn extends an invitation to Switzerland for his new family despite their inexperience with traveling.

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  15. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 5 Episode 11 - Buddy's Next Move
    7.2/10(9 votes)

    #15 - Buddy's Next Move

    S5:E11

    With treatment coming to an end, Buddy must decide between Whitney's house and a sober living facility in Charleston; Whitney tries to convince Buddy to give Heather closure; the Thore family receives devastating news.

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  16. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 9 Episode 11 - Late, Toothless And High
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #16 - Late, Toothless And High

    S9:E11

    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.

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  17. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 10 Episode 4 - A New Home for Babs
    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #17 - A New Home for Babs

    S10:E4

    When Babs is released from the hospital, Whitney, Glenn, and Hunter must scramble to find a place for her to live. With the wedding quickly approaching, tensions between Jessica and her fiancé Isaiah heat up.

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  18. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 3 - My Big Fat Alabama Fama
    7.2/10(10 votes)

    #18 - My Big Fat Alabama Fama

    S11:E3

    Determined to lift her grieving father's mood, Whitney cheers him on as he pursues an item on his geriatric bucket list: milking a cow; Glenn is far more nervous about talking to his long-lost daughter for the first time.

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  19. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 12 - My Big Swiss Family Thore
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    #19 - My Big Swiss Family Thore

    S11:E12

    Still reeling from the fight with her dad, Whitney balances on an emotional tightrope during their family vacation, but a surprise invitation from Jaime might turn things around; Glenn makes a decision that could cause an irreparable family rift.

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  20. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 12 Episode 3 - Everybody Have Fun Tonight
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    #20 - Everybody Have Fun Tonight

    S12:E3

    Back from Kentucky, Whitney faces Kenny's shocking revelation, resetting her dating journey. Hunter's movie premiere with his family and a new date may suggest a more serious romance than others suspected.

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  21. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 3 Episode 1 - I Wanna Be Fat
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #21 - I Wanna Be Fat

    S3:E1

    Whitney's excitement over her first dance-a-thon takes a dark turn when she realizes that her 370 lb. body is not as healthy as she thinks it is. Meanwhile, Whitney's not sure how to feel about the reveal of Buddy's new girlfriend.

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  22. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 5 Episode 4 - Buddy’s Missing
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #22 - Buddy’s Missing

    S5:E4

    While helping Ashley prepare for her baby, Whitney panics about her own fertility, but is another cat the solution? Buddy’s been missing for days causing Whitney and Heather to investigate but they’re not prepared for what they find in his bedroom.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 9 Episode 12 - Bon Voyage, Whitney
    7.0/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Bon Voyage, Whitney

    S9:E12

    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.

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  24. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 11 Episode 11 - My Big Fat Dental Adventure
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #24 - My Big Fat Dental Adventure

    S11:E11

    Emotions run high as Whitney gets Glenn, Hunter and her new family ready for their Swiss family vacation; on Whitney's to-do list is a virtual date, finally getting her braces removed and taking Glenn to the eye doctor.

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  25. My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 12 Episode 2 - Country Grammar
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    #25 - Country Grammar

    S12:E2

    Whitney seeks comfort from heartache by spending Thanksgiving with her Alabama family, but when they invite a potential love interest for her she worries if she'll crumble under the pressure.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Babs" is the best rated episode of "My Big Fat Fabulous Life". It scored 8.5/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/5/2023. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "For the Love of Babs".