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Barbie Ferreira, who plays Kat Hernandez in HBO’s “Euphoria,” is often praised for her character’s representation of fat women. (Photo by Eddy Chen/HBO, courtesy of Warner Media)

Opinion: Kat Hernandez on ‘Euphoria’ reinforces fat stereotypes instead of breaking them

HBO’s hit show “Euphoria” has been praised for its representation of fat women in the character Kat Hernandez. It still falls short of a realistic conception of fat women — her depiction is deeply problematic.
Sade Collier, Staff Writer February 4, 2022
HBO’s hit show “Euphoria” has been praised for its representation of fat women in the character Kat Hernandez. It still falls short of a realistic conception of fat women — her depiction is deeply problematic.
“Euphoria,” first released in 2019 on HBO, stars Zendaya and Hunter Schafer as Rue Bennett and Jules Vaughn, respectively. (Photo by Eddy Chen/HBO, courtesy of Warner Media)

Opinion: For what ‘Euphoria’ gains in drama, it lacks in genuine representation

Despite the popularity of Euphoria, the HBO show suffers for its lack of non-exploitative representation. This is fuelled by a glaring absence of diversity in writers and creative directors.
Srishti Bungle, Deputy Opinion Editor February 1, 2022

Content warning: This article mentions sexual assault. Sam Levinson is, among other things, an egomaniac. He is the sole writer and creator of the hit HBO television series...

The HBO Max show released season two, episode three on Jan. 23. (Image courtesy of Warner Media)

Recap: ‘Euphoria’ S2E3: ‘Call Me by Your Name,’ but 30 years ago and extremely illegal

“Euphoria” season two, episode three offers a complex web of drama from the fictional East Highland High School. “Euphoria” airs on HBO Max, with new episodes debuting every Sunday.
Shreya Wankhade, Contributing Writer January 31, 2022

Spoiler warning: This recap includes spoilers for "Euphoria," seasons one and two. The third episode of the second season of “Euphoria” finally gives viewers some much-anticipated...