Alright, besties, grab your snacks and get comfy because Survival of the Thickest is BACK on Netflix for Season 2! We’ve been waiting, and the time has finally come to reunite with the hilarious and oh-so-relatable Mavis Beaumont, played by the amazing Haitian-American actress Michelle Buteau.
In case you need a refresher, Survival of the Thickest is all about Mavis Beaumont, a Black, plus-size woman navigating life, love, and career in New York City. She’s a stylist with a growing brand, a killer sense of humor, and a fierce determination to not just survive but THRIVE. Season 2 promises even more self-love, body positivity, and those cute v-necks we adore, all while Mavis continues to build her empire with the help of her chosen family in ROME.
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— Strong Black Lead (@strongblacklead) March 4, 2025
Michelle Buteau is back as the heart and soul of the show, joined by the always fantastic Tone Bell and Tasha Smith. And guess what? The stunning Haitian-American Garcelle Beauvais is rejoining the cast this season! Get ready for some serious star power, honey!
But that’s not all. We’ve got a whole roster of guest stars to spice things up, including Marouane Zotti, Peppermint, Liza Treyger, Anthony Michael Lopez, Allan K. Washington, Jerrie Johnson, Tika Sumpter, and so many more. This season is packed with talent!
Survival of the Thickest is brought to you by a powerhouse team of creators, writers, and producers. Michelle Buteau herself is the creator, executive producer, and writer, alongside Danielle Sanchez-Witzel as creator, showrunner, and executive producer, and Amy Aniobi as showrunner and executive producer. With writers like Grace Edwards, Ian Edwards, Solomon Georgio, and April Korto Quioh, you know the jokes are going to be on point.
The directing team this season is just as impressive, with Kim Nguyen, Tasha Smith, Thembi Banks, and Amy Aniobi bringing their unique visions to the screen.
Buteau is indeed of Haitian and Jamaican ancestry. In an interview on NPR’s Fresh Air, she shares being born in New Jersey to Caribbean parents, her mother is Jamaican, and her father is Haitian. This mixed heritage has significantly influenced her perspective and work, often weaving elements of her cultural background into her comedy and writing. For instance, in her memoir Survival of the Thickest, Buteau explores themes of identity, family, and navigating different cultural worlds.
As the creator and star of the Netflix series Survival of the Thickest, Michelle Buteau brings this unique blend of cultures to the screen, making her show a vibrant reflection of her life experiences. Her character, Mavis Beaumont, embodies the resilience and humor that define Buteau’s own journey, from her early days as a news editor to her rise as a comedian and actress.
With her roots firmly planted in both Haitian and Jamaican traditions, Michelle Buteau is a true ambassador of Caribbean culture in the entertainment industry.
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So mark your calendars, sis! Season 2 on March 27 of Survival of the Thickest is about to bring the laughs, the love, and the realness we’ve been craving. Get ready to cheer on Mavis as she continues her journey of self-discovery and triumphs in style!
