The Fabulous Life of... - TV-PG
Light tabloid fare celebrates stars and money.
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- TV Rating: TV-PG
- Network: VH1
- Cast: Christopher Flockton
- Genre: Reality TV
Parents need to know
Families can talk about values. While shopping sprees and spa getaways may be fun to fantasize about, what's really important in our lives? What would teens miss most if it were gone? Your car, your jeans, or your best friend? Families can also talk about appearance and beauty. How much money do celebrities spend to make themselves look so perfect? Have teens noticed that every movie star has fake-looking teeth? Do teens ever feel bad about the way they look, especially after watching a show like this or looking at pictures of celebrities?
Message
Social Behavior:
The show shamelessly celebrates materialism, outlandish expenditures, and physical perfection.
Consumerism:
Brand names are mentioned constantly -- especially luxury brands.
Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:
Some mention of celebrity behavior regarding drugs and alcohol. Some images of celebs drinking or smoking.
Violence
Sex
Dating and relationships sometimes discussed, and celebs sometimes appear scantily clad.
Language
The occasional bleeped word.
Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Sierra Filucci
Is it any good?
While the show suggests a hint of eye-rolling at the stars' outlandish spending habits and luxury tastes, it isn't shy about dropping brand names or promoting them. On the VH1 Web site, which is advertised throughout the network's shows, browsers can find the Little Black Book listing all the products and vendors described on the individual episodes.
But overall the show has absolutely no redeeming value and only serves to glamorize the materialistic, appearance-oriented culture of Hollywood and celebrities. Teenagers who follow celebrity happenings will eat the series up, but parents concerned about star culture and the messages it sends may want to limit teens' intake. That said, since none of its content is overtly offensive, a little Fab Life in moderation might help a day home with the flu pass more quickly.
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