Ep 2. Whit's New Man

Whitney Thore is back and ready to share more of her big, bold and beautiful life with fans. Season 7 of "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" chronicles the reality TV star's latest adventures in North Carolina and beyond, including her new relationship with fitness guru Chase Severino, whom she met through mutual friends.

In episode 2, titled "Whit's New Man," viewers get a closer look at Whitney's burgeoning romance with Chase. Since they first met, the pair have been inseparable, but their relationship is still relatively new. Whitney is excited to introduce Chase to her friends and family, but she's also feeling some pressure to make things work considering her previous dating struggles.

Whitney and Chase attend a party with her close girlfriends, and right away Chase hits it off with her pals. Whitney is thrilled to see everyone getting along and enjoying themselves, but she can't help feeling a little bit nervous about how things will progress between her and Chase.

Meanwhile, Whitney's mom Babs is still adjusting to living with her daughter. Although Whitney is overjoyed to have her mom in town, Babs is finding it difficult to adjust to her new surroundings. She decides to join Whitney for a workout class to get in better shape and improve her mood.

The episode also features a touching moment between Whitney and her former dance partner Todd. The two used to perform together before Todd moved away, and they've stayed close over the years. During their catch-up session, Todd tells Whitney that he's getting married and asks her to be his "best woman." Whitney is overcome with emotion and tears up as she expresses how much it means to her to be asked to stand by her friend's side.

As the episode draws to a close, Whitney finds herself questioning whether she and Chase are truly compatible. They decide to take things slow and not rush into anything, but Whitney is still grappling with her insecurities and fears about dating.

Overall, "Whit's New Man" offers a glimpse into Whitney's love life and shows her trying to navigate the challenges of starting a new relationship. The episode is full of heartwarming moments, laughs and tears, and will leave fans rooting for Whitney to find happiness and love.