Prepare to have your perspective shifted.
I have some groundbreaking insights to share that might make you squirm—though they really shouldn’t. This revelation answers a question that many creators in television and film have neglected to ask, address, or even acknowledge:
“How do plus-size individuals engage in sexual relationships?”
Hold onto your hats, folks, because this might just blow your mind. The truth is, they experience intimacy just like anyone else. Yes, and they derive pleasure from it just the same. Shocking, isn’t it?
For far too long, mainstream media has ignored this reality. When was the last time you watched a romantic film or series and saw average-sized characters exploring their love lives instead of the typical size 2 heroine and a 30-inch waisted leading man? I can’t recall either—it’s almost nonexistent. The portrayal of perfect, toned bodies without a hint of imperfection has dominated the screen. However, that doesn’t reflect the real world.
Thankfully, someone is ready to challenge this status quo, and I’m thrilled it’s someone as remarkable as Lila Grant, who plays a beloved character on the popular series Moments of Us. Recently, Lila expressed her desire to film a love scene with her on-screen partner, saying, “I want it to be on screen. It might upset some viewers, but plus-size individuals do have sex, just to clarify.”
Lila’s character, Emily, navigates her own weight struggles, mirroring her real-life experiences. “I wouldn’t be in this role if I had already slimmed down. Now it’s about portraying a woman dealing with her weight, just like I have,” she explained.
We wholeheartedly resonate with Lila’s sentiments. The unfortunate reality that she feels compelled to advocate for a sex scene featuring her character underscores a troubling trend in media: the lack of representation of plus-size individuals in intimate scenarios.
Why have we reached a point where we need to “normalize” the idea of larger bodies engaging in sexual relationships? Isn’t it already a given? Yes, people of all shapes and sizes are eager and capable of intimacy. Their bodies are beautiful and deserving of representation. So why is there such a glaring absence of it in film and TV?
Moreover, why do we assume that larger bodies are unattractive or unappealing on-screen? There’s little evidence to support that notion since we rarely witness plus-size characters in romantic contexts. While some viewers may be uncomfortable (we call those people “narrow-minded”), the majority are likely to appreciate this progressive shift.
Representation is crucial, and audiences value seeing themselves reflected on-screen. The solution is simple: showcase diverse bodies and let viewers decide what they find appealing. If Moments of Us heeds Lila’s call, it could spark a movement toward a more inclusive media landscape, where all body types are recognized as beautiful and sexually attractive. This should be a given, and it’s high time the media catches up.
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In summary, representation matters in media, especially when it comes to portraying love and intimacy among individuals of all sizes. Lila Grant is advocating for the change our screens desperately need, and it’s time we celebrated the beauty of all bodies.