Mavis Beaumont’s journey continues to take unexpected turns in the upcoming season of Survival of the Thickest, with the new trailer offering a glimpse into her evolving life and relationships. Played by Michelle Buteau, who co-created the series alongside Danielle Sanchez-Witzel, Buteau returns as the bold, confident, and unapologetically plus-size woman navigating her career, love life, and personal growth.
In Survival of the Thickest season 2 on Netflix, Mavis travels to Rome in an attempt to prove her love for Luca, played by Marouane Zotti. But, as teased in the trailer, things don’t go as planned, and Mavis finds herself back in New York City seeking solace from her two best friends, Khalil (Tone Bell) and Marley (Tasha Smith). Despite her emotional setbacks, Mavis has a light-hearted moment where she announces, “I was a zombie but now I’m back from the dead!” as she embraces a new chapter of her life.
Season 2 focuses on Mavis turning the page on her 30s with confidence, fun, and a few unexpected twists. In a pivotal moment from the trailer, Mavis celebrates turning 39, excited about embracing the upcoming year. “Can I just say, 39 is going to be an amazing year! Why was I so scared of it?” she asks, while also getting a glimpse of Khalil’s curiosity about her desire for motherhood. Tasha Smith’s character, Marley, quickly steps in to defend Mavis, reminding Khalil that her questions about Mavis’ personal life might not be the best for the occasion.
A key theme in Survival of the Thickest season 2 is Mavis’ continued passion for plus-size fashion. As she makes a career pivot to designing clothes for plus-size consumers, Mavis proudly declares, “Thick girls, we ain’t just the moment, we the movement, honey!” In her quest to make high-fashion a reality for larger bodies, Mavis embarks on a business partnership with Marley, who appears to have her own blossoming romance this season. “It’s been a long time since I felt like this,” Marley says before sharing a kiss, signaling a deeper emotional arc for the character.
For Khalil, season 2 will offer a unique opportunity to break down emotional barriers. As he struggles with a creative block, Khalil decides to attend therapy, something not commonly seen for Black men on TV. Tone Bell reflected on the significance of this storyline, telling People, “You don’t really see that often. You get a chance to see him speak to, I would say, multiple groups about it and then not being embarrassed about talking about it. I think that’s really cool.” Bell continued, adding that Khalil’s vulnerability is part of his personal growth, as he encourages Mavis to chase her dreams and gives advice to Marley as she navigates her own relationship challenges.
In the midst of personal growth, Mavis’ friendship with Marley will be tested as the two women enter into a business partnership. Tasha Smith teased some tension between the characters, noting that there would be a “hiccup” in their dynamic. However, as the actress teased, “But they work it out. She’s just that bitch!”
Survival of the Thickest season 2 promises to be a season filled with laughs, heartfelt moments, and an exploration of the complexities of friendship, love, and self-empowerment. Viewers can look forward to more personal and professional growth for Mavis, as well as deeper storylines for Khalil and Marley.
Season 2 of Survival of the Thickest premieres on Netflix on March 27, offering fans the chance to see how Mavis and her friends navigate new chapters in their lives, their careers, and their relationships.
As always, Michelle Buteau’s portrayal of Mavis brings heart, humor, and authenticity to the screen, making this season one fans won’t want to miss.
