After finding success in Australia, ABC has ordered an American version of the doggy groomer competition series, Pooch Perfect, hosted by Rebel Wilson. 

Wilson was the original host for the series, which premiered in February 2020. According to Deadline, Wilson "will be joined by Lisa Vanderpump, celebrity dog groomer Jorge Bendersky and veterinarian Dr. Callie Harris as the trio of judges."
Deadline states: The eight-episode series will showcase ten of the best dog groomers in the country, along with their assistants, competing in a series of challenges. Each week, teams will compete in two challenges: the Immunity Puppertunity challenge and the Ultimutt Challenge showdown. The teams will face off in the grooming challenges, showcasing their creations on the ‘dogwalk’. There will be one elimination each week until the season finale, where the top three teams will compete for a giant cash prize and the Pooch Perfect trophy.

CurvyCon co-founder Chastity Garner Valentine joined forces with Fashion To Figure to release a plus size ski line! Over the last few years there has been an increase in activewear, mostly in the form of sports bras and leggings, so this collaboration is a nice expansion for those outdoorsy plus size ladies. 

According to Yahoo, The line features 17 pieces, bringing "curvy shoppers a cute mix of playful and saucy winter styles. Available in sizes 0X – 4X (12 – 28), the pieces are specifically designed with strategic stretch to fit the peaks and troughs of curves."
See the entire collection for yourself here.

A new biopic about Hattie McDaniel, the first African American to ever win an Oscar, is heading our way. And according to Deadline, ​they've found the leading lady in Raven Goodwin. 

There's been a lot of talk in the last 24+ hours about Lizzo's IG stories showing off the 10-day detox she did. 
 First and foremost, The Fat Girl Show believes in body autonomy. 
Secondly, as a marginalized community, fat people should never intend to bring someone else down. To that end, to ensure no one is being torn down, The Fat Girl Show is sharing some of the many incredible voices speaking up regarding the situation. We encourage you to check out Saucyé West, Stephanie Yeboah, and Tiffriah Grande. 
Thirdly, while a variety of points are being made regarding the inherent politics put upon celebrities, as well as the difference between body positivity, body neutrality, and fat liberation, a discussion that has yet to be reflected upon is the social media aspect of this all.

For decades plus size talent on screen was relegated to fat-friend or funny sidekick. In The Art of Blowing It, from Ashley Monique Menard (of the Eff Your Fears podcast) and SideKick Productions, the curvy girls takes center stage in this mockumentary style comedy series.  

Although the new series, Dream, is still in development (ie the show has not yet been ordered), we're overjoyed at the thought of Glee alum Amber Riley leading a comedy series on the peacock. 
According to TVLine, "The single-camera project follows a former teen mom, Dream Morgan (played by Riley), who turns her life upside down to pursue her dream of becoming a singer after her son graduates from college. Lisa Muse Bryant (black-ish) will pen the script and serve as showrunner, in addition to exec-producing alongside Neil Meron (The Wiz Live!, Smash)."

Althetic wear brand SuperFitHero has announced their new line of stylish leggings and sports-bras, now sized to include 7X. 

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Melissa McCarthy's latest movie will be coming out on HBO Max. Check out the official trailer below and catch Superintelligence, on HBO Max, this Thanksgiving. 

Just in time for Halloween a group of Plus models and digital influencers imagined what it would look like to be Disney princesses... The project was an incredible success and included a slew of famous faces, including Hunter and Michaela McGrady, Glitters and Lazers (Anna O'Brian), and more!
​ Check out all the pics below
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All pics from IG. Models and characters listed below.
@Tashapolis - Belle
@beccaashmon - Ariel
@Roseybeeme - Cinderella
@monicakim.jpg - Snow White
@heathertraska - Sleeping Beauty
@magicandmarie - Mulan
@ashleerosehartley - Alice
@huntermcgrady - Elsa
@flashesofstyle - Jasmine
@madebymagic_designs - Elena
@bibbidibobbidi_broke - Kida
@readytostare - Megara
@curvesbyzo_ - Moana
@tonsablush - Merida
@sassyredlipstick - Rapunzel
@smilesandpearlss - Esmerelda
@glitterandlazers -Tinkerbelle
@ellevalera - Mary Poppins
@michaelamcgrady - Anna
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-- Yael Tygiel

After facing backlash, Beyonce's new Ivy Park line has finally announced an expansion into plus sizes, going up to 4X. 

Torrid announced their new collaboration with designer Betsey Johnson for some punk princess looks!
Check out some pieces from the collab below

Essayist and Internet Celeb, Your Fat Friend, revealed on her IG account that retailer H&M released a new plus size printed t-shirt making reference to the iconic TV series Friends, in which a character was previously fat. 

As the writer points out: 

She added on IG that the straight sized version of the tee is just the show logo.

Do better, H&M! 

According to The Hollywood Reporter, If The Shoe Fits "is the launch title for the new Meant to Be banner, intended to feature updated and contemporary takes on classic Disney princesses, and also the first Disney intellectual property to be developed as an adult publishing project." 

From #1 New York Times best-selling author Julie Murphy [Dumplin’, as well as Faith: Taking Flight, the prose adaptation of Valiant Entertainment’s popular comic book character] comes the first in a brand-new adult series inspired by the classic fairy tale stories we all know and love, perfect for adult readers who crave contemporary, escapist rom-coms.
“After having just graduated with a degree in shoe design, and trying to get her feet on the ground, Cindy is working for her stepmother, who happens to be the executive producer of America’s favorite reality show, Before Midnight. When a spot on the show needs filling ASAP, Cindy volunteers, hoping it might help jump-start her fashion career, or at least give her something to do while her peers land jobs in the world of high fashion.
“Turns out being the only plus size woman on a reality dating competition makes a splash, and soon Cindy becomes a body positivity icon for women everywhere. What she doesn't expect? That she may just find inspiration — and love — in the process. Ultimately, Cindy learns that if the shoe doesn't fit, maybe it's time to design your own.”
If The Shoe Fits will be released Aug. 3, 2021.

Rihanna's lingerie line has been known for being size inclusive since it's initial launch in May 2018. Her second fashion show - which was produced during COVID - just hit Amazon Prime Video on Friday is already setting the internet ablaze. 
Not only was icon Lizzo included in the show - along with Willow Smith, Paris Hilton, Normani, Bella Hadid, and Indya Moore - but the musician and entrepreneur announced her new men's line with inclusive male models as well!