carolineg

Thanks! I don't think you or 99% of the board is trying to fat shame KS. It's just a delicate situation. I think she herself is uncomfortable with her weight and wears unflattering things to maybe "cover" it up. It's just a shame she makes herself look bad. Because it's nice to see a regular woman on tv. She's a beautiful woman. I have grown up with this girl. It is just sad no one on set can convince her of that or give her flattering clothing. And I do think if KS can't handle the situation it might be time for her to have a break and give Maxie a break as well.

Agreed. Days has had some egregious SORASing (see EJ) and this aging seems okay to me. Figuring out Will, Belle, Paul, Brady's ages is so difficult and wonky that Tate/Holly don't seem bad at all. It's not like we saw Tate or Holly as kids often anyhow.

It doesn't bother me at all? Lol. Not to argue but I think if Belle can have an adult daughter that's in her late 20's both Brady/Nicole can have older kids. EJ's kids are grown ups too. It seems to fall slightly inline with the rest of the SORASing. It's Days so I am a little bit more lenient on believability here.

I love Carly most of the time. This is coming from Brenda Barrett's biggest fan, so that's saying a lot. I don't even mind Sonny/Carly as a romantic couple. I just think Nina acts stupid most of the time and she isn't in the wrong to turn Carly/Drew in for an actual crime they committed lol. I want someone, anyone, to put Michael in his place. I loved Chad Duell when he first was cast but now I can't stand his smug face. I don't like the idea of Kristina being the surrogate, but I think we all knew it was headed there once they sorted out the Molly actress. James/Georgie are my two fave GH kids. I really hope Violet leaves forever. As far as KS/Maxie-I am just going to leave it alone. My comments end up getting fat shaming replies and that really isn't my point. Yeah that's my point about Sonny. He isn't stupid. He is supposed to be smart and savvy and mileage may vary on that lol. Michael was practically giving Nina a death stare the entire time Sonny was talking about baseball tickets. Sonny isn't that oblivious.

I don't know what to say. I started this conversation so I'll finish it. KS isn't fat. Nothing about her physically is wrong. The dressing choices are bad. The end. Her "huge" butt isn't the problem at all. I have apparently circled back on my entire rant because fat shaming for no reason is just mean. I am top heavy with skinny legs. I was just saying it really matters how you style yourself because it's not the easiest body to style. I have worked in high end fashion my entire life so I am not just talking at random about this.

I disagree. It's probably disgusting to talk about this girl's body like this, but KS is very top heavy. She carries her weight in her top half not the bottom.

I think everyone knows I hate Nina, but I wish she would just bitch slap Michael. I know-violence is wrong, but he is so effin annoying. Molly's baby plans are just weird. Chill for a minute, girl. I love child James. He's adorable. The opposite of the annoying Violet... Also I hate when Sonny is written to be dumb. I like Sonny. I know that's unpopular, but I hate when he's written so dumb that he can't figure out social cues. Michael was squirming in his seat and Sonny was talking about Yankee tickets.

Yeah, I can see the Sydney argument, but I love the actress. She's kinda clunky on delivery right now and that's why she reminds me of 1992 Vanessa. There's charm and charisma to spare with her. I think she's a great find. I think Tate's okay too, but I think Holly really is the find and the next lead of Days. And, yeah, it's too soon too tell, but I like her.

She probably would have been better cast as Sydney, but the Sorasing doesn't bother me. Days effs up Sorasing all the time and it's not illogical for Nicole to have a teenage daughter. Parker and Sydney should show up, but I am okay with Arianna aging in real time. Chandler and Camilla aren't that old lol. I just find that Ashley Puzemis adds a little bit of humor to her scenes. She seems like a real teenager with her dumb fantasies. But she's very savvy and smart too.

Dmitri looking at the pics of Leo/him as ghosts....😂 They paused to go into a photo booth? Dead...... I love the actress that plays Holly. She's green, but she's extremely charming. She reminds me a little of early Vanessa Marcil. And I don't throw that out lightly. She's just got something about her that makes me think she could be a star.

Yup. It's the loose fitting blouses she wears that are unflattering. Shapeless garments make her look bigger than she is. KS probably doesn't want to define her shape, but it would help. She looks like a big piece of voluminous fabric with legs some days. But I feel tacky making fun of her at this point. I think everyone understands what I am trying to say with this.

I remember really liking that black dress on her in the second picture a lot. The blazer looks nice too. I know the show used to throw Brooklyn/AS in big, boxy jackets after the actress gave birth, but I actually think blazers would work for Maxie and her job.

I agree. Or find an actress that is willing to dress appropriately. Again, I may be totally out of line, but most workplaces have dress codes or uniforms. I don't know why wardrobe can't give KS a few options that are workable and let her pick. Most woman in the world are closer to Maxie's size than Sam's and manage to dress themselves. I get that she's on tv and it's a different set of standards but she is actively making herself look worse. Maxie just needs a break in general. She used to be a fun, quirky character that was enjoyable and now she's a chore to watch.

It's not even like Maxie/KS are super big or that large. She seems normal or on the lower end of plus size. But we are being bamboozled by GH to think it's all fine and good. Nothing wrong with her size but her clothes are an absolute disaster. They wouldn't dress Liz or Sam like this.

You know I am happy KS seems to be in a better place and healthier. I just think at some point you need to stop coddling the actress. It's becoming a liability and I don't think more "stable" actors would be allowed such grace. It's GH's choice and I respect that. I still don't think asking her to wear a flattering blouse instead of a men's flannel is a big ask, but I don't know her trauma or her issues. It's probably a slippery slope and with TC passing I don't want to judge any sort of mental issues. So I'll shut up about it lol.

Lol. They can't afford to buy a wardrobe for their cast, so I'll give them a pass. And no one looks totally out of character usually.

Oh, I am not trying to shoot the messenger here. I appreciate the insight. I hope it didn't come across as hostile. Anyhow, it's just frustrating to me that the show can't have an honest conversation with KS. She's gained weight. We know that, they know that, she knows that. Oh well. People gain weight. Instead of trying to work around it so she looks good the show seems to be ignoring the problem and that makes it more obvious. I don't begrudge KS for not being a size 0 anymore, but I do have issues with her not fully embracing the character of Maxie and just playing herself.

I don't mind the story-it just doesn't make sense. Maxie should have multiple income streams outside of Deception plus she's worked her entire adult life. It reminds me of that story that was dropped years ago where Liz blew all her money on a bad investment lol. An actor/actress shouldn't be holding the show hostage. The show shouldn't be afraid of her reaction over something relatively minor. There are professional ways to frame this sort of discussion with KS without making her feel bad. And, yes, Maxie's hair does look greasy a lot.

Doesn't Spinelli pay her child support? She got nothing from Nathan-the police officer/Liesel's son-dying? Didn't Anna just sublet her place? I am so confused. Also, I am pretty sure Dante would let her slide on rent for a few months if she needed.

Agreed. I have no problem with actor's being comfortable, but it's gotten to the point that her styling is completely out of character. Rena Sofer puts on new fake nails everyday for Lois because it's part of the character. Maxie can put a nice blouse on and fix her hair. And if KS can't do that-there are other actresses that could play Maxie and would do that. It sounds mean, but KS can't coast along forever half assing it.

I am not sure what you are getting at @Donna L. Bridges. KS can wear whatever she pleases when she's not at work, but I don't think it's out of line for GH to dictate a wardrobe to her when she's playing Maxie. It's her job. I get that actors should feel comfortable and have a say, but Cynthia Watros couldn't wear sweats at Nina/Sonny's wedding just because she didn't feel comfortable in a dress that day lol. That would be a story I would like. That would be relatable and normal, but we are just supposed to pretend Maxie is a fashion maven still.

I am not saying everyone on GH looks bad. Most characters look fantastic. It's not Days where people are wearing their own clothes even when it doesn't fit the character or scene. It's just the fact that Joss/Trina wear $300 Mother jeans everyday and no one can go to the mall and grab KS a cute, flattering $30 top from Torrid and force her to wear it. Maxie looks sloppy. It would be one thing if the show weaved it into her story as a frazzled single mom, but nope. She's supposed to be a fashionista. I don't think Laura looks sloppy and her wardrobe generally fits the character and role, but it is unflattering a lot of times.

I was trying to be diplomatic, but agreed. When you put someone like KS onscreen as Maxie you aren't that good at your job. She looks awful and you can site all the people he makes look great, but it's universally tiny women. Brooklyn and post-baby Sasha have also had questionable choices. It's great this guy loves his job and you know him or whatever, but like he can't figure out how to dress anyone over a size 8. Even Laura is giving me 2000's era Riche vibes with her outfits

I mean, Maxie has looked awful for years down to greasy hair. It doesn't matter how many Emmys the costume designer/wardrobe has won. And all the examples you are citing are for women with more "typical" bodies for tv. I actually think it's more of KS choice than wardrobe, but it's also a lot easier to make a thin women look awesome in clothes. Brook Kerr would probably look good in a trash bag. KS is an entirely different body type. It's not that she can't look fierce, it just hasn't happened in years. If it was one or two bad outfits for KS I would just say it was a mistake, but she's probably had 1 or 2 GOOD outfits in the last 5 years.

If Maxie's horrible style was a new thing I would agree. But the days Maxie looks good are much more rare than the days she looks awful.