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Michelle Buteau is creating the empowering TV series she wanted to see growing up

In her new Netflix series Survival of the Thickest, Buteau's character tackles life as a fat and fabulous New York stylist after a messy breakup.
Michelle Buteau at the premiere of her new show, <em>Survival Of The Thickest.</em>

Who is she? Michelle Buteau is a seasoned actress, comedian, author, podcaster and host of a reality show.

  • After supporting roles in movies like Always Be My Maybe and Marry Me, Buteau is stepping into the role of the protagonist, co-creator and writer in her Netflix series Survival of the Thickest.
  • The story loosely follows Buteau's eponymous memoir from 2020, which follows her life after as a New Yorker experiencing a

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