Ep 17. He's Too Sexy for His Fat
- TV14
- June 27, 2000
- 22 min
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7.7 (2,339)
In Family Guy season 2 episode 17, titled "He's Too Sexy for His Fat," Peter becomes increasingly insecure about his weight after he realizes that he is no longer the attractive one in the relationship. His wife Lois has gotten a job at a modeling agency and begins working with a very good-looking guy named Julio, which makes Peter feel even more self-conscious about his own appearance.
Determined to get in better shape, Peter starts working out but finds it difficult to stick to a healthy diet and exercise regimen. Meanwhile, his neighbor Quagmire introduces him to a group of people who are into fat fetishism, which makes Peter even more confused about his body image and what he wants out of life.
As Peter becomes more obsessed with his appearance, he starts neglecting his family and his job, which leads to some disastrous consequences. Eventually, he realizes that he needs to love himself for who he is, no matter what society says, and that he shouldn't let his weight define him as a person.
"He's Too Sexy for His Fat" is a hilarious and poignant episode that tackles issues of body shaming, weight loss, and self-esteem in a smart and engaging way. With its trademark humor and clever writing, Family Guy manages to touch on some very serious topics without ever losing its sense of fun and irreverence. Whether you're a fan of the show or just looking for a good laugh, this episode is definitely one to check out.