More to Love

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  • 2009
  • 1 Season
  • 3.6  (182)

More to Love was a reality dating show that premiered on FOX in the summer of 2009. The show was hosted by world-renowned plus-size model Emme and featured a group of curvy women competing for the heart of one eligible bachelor. The premise of the show centered around a man named Luke Conley, a single man who had struggled with weight issues his entire life. Luke was on a quest to find love and the producers of the show wanted to showcase his journey to finding the right woman.

The show was created to challenge the notion of beauty standards in society and shine a light on the fact that larger-bodied people are just as deserving of love as anyone else. The famous tagline of the show was “The Bigger the Love, the Harder it Falls.”

The bachelorettes on the show were all self-described “curvy” or “full-figured” women who were looking for love. The casting process involved a nationwide search for women who weren’t afraid to show off their bodies on national television and who were genuinely interested in finding love with Luke.

Throughout the course of the show, the women participated in a variety of challenges and activities designed to help Luke get to know them better. These included everything from group dates to one-on-one dates and even a “fatathlon” that tested the women’s athletic abilities.

As the weeks progressed, Luke began to develop connections with certain women while others were sent home at the rose ceremony. The final few episodes of the show focused on Luke’s decision about who to choose as his partner.

One of the unique elements of the show was the fact that there were no eliminations based on a woman’s weight or body type. All of the contestants on the show were celebrated for their curves and the show’s producers made sure to emphasize that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes.

Throughout the season, Emme acted as a confidante and mentor to the women, providing them with advice and support as they navigated the complexities of dating on national television. Emme, who is herself a plus-size model, was the ideal person for the job and served as a powerful role model for women of all sizes.

Although the show was short-lived – it was cancelled after just one season – it had a strong impact on viewers and the larger conversation around body positivity. The show shattered stereotypes and gave hope to millions of curvy women who had been made to feel less than because of their size.

Overall, More to Love was an innovative and groundbreaking show that challenged the status quo and helped to promote a more inclusive image of beauty in the media. Even though the show is no longer on the air, its message continues to resonate with people all over the world.

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Seasons
Finale
8. Finale
September 15, 2009
Luke makes his final decision, but will the lucky lady accept his proposal?
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
September 8, 2009
Luke selects the final two women.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
September 1, 2009
Luke meets the families of the final four women.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
August 25, 2009
Luke must choose which of the remaining six ladies will go on a date on the beach, the dance studio and a vineyard with him. Meanwhile, one of the ladies earns some one-on-one time with Luke.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
August 18, 2009
Luke escorts the ladies to a group date in Newport Beach, CA., followed by one-on-one dates at the Hollywood Hills castle and a Moroccan restaurant before eliminating two more of the women.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
August 11, 2009
Luke invites the 12 remaining ladies to a prom in his hometown, where they meet his friends. Two of the girls will receive a date with Luke before he cuts the field to eight.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
August 4, 2009
Luke and the ladies go on a group date.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
July 28, 2009
A husky hunk begins his search for love among 20 full-figured women.
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  • Premiere Date
    July 28, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    3.6  (182)