Thore’s Instagram account was taken by many fans to inquire if the show was a representation of real life or if certain aspects of it were. “My Big Fat Fabulous Life” were totally scripted (via Soap Dirt). Thore replied to clarify that the show has been edited, but not written. She is basically implying that all the footage for the show was real but producers can manipulate the plots to lure viewers.
Even though Thore doubles down that “My Big Fat Fabulous Life” is all real, a few fans are over the show altogether for not coming off genuine. Reddit was taken by U/realityrosieMany fans shared the post, declaring that they were ready to quit watching the show due to the fake script and fake characters. Thore and producers must channel the authenticity that brought viewers to her show. They should not try to portray her as a character.