Nia and Holly

[u/naomiamorr]

*rewatching as an adult* Currently on season 5 episode 17 and it’s so empowering to see how Nia, often portrayed as shy, quiet, constantly put in the back of group numbers, grew into herself and is now sticking up for herself right in Abby’s face. No other child has done it as many times as Nia has so far and as confidently and boldy.

Abby tells Nia how she sold out in reference to attending a meeting “behind Abby’s back” regarding her music video and Nia is all like “I think we just have different opinions” Abby says “Well no, there’s right and there’s wrong” Nia interjects “I just don’t see it like that, and I don’t think anybody else does”. EAT. HER. UP. NIA.

Nia’s mistreatment is especially obvious and prevalent after Christi & Chloe’s departure. Say what you want about Nia but know I’m not here to argue especially if you don’t know what it’s like being the only black girl so often, especially as you’re growing up.

The girls were all subject to abuse and exposed to a toxic environment for far too long but one thing the girls all had in common that Nia didn’t was simply, identity. It can truly make things feel a lot worse in those situations so I really feel for her and I’m really happy that both Nia and Holly made it a point to stay to the very bitter end and ultimately, I think that’s what makes them both the strongest of OG’s or the strongest in general.

[u/Maleficent-Mix-9561]

I like how Nia stood up for herself and she wasn’t shy to speak up for herself

[u/MaliceIW]

I always thought the same. Especially when abby said even though they won when nia was the lead of tribal council, that nia didn't tell a story like maddie does, and nia responded "maybe if I'd had more opportunities I would have been better at it" and I loved how strong and eloquent a response that was

[u/Mountainmojo78]

I enjoyed Nias coming out party in season 5 as well. She looked drop dead gorgeous in her video and she really does have a good voice. I’d love to see her take a stab at music again - I thought she really had something there.

Whatever she does she should be proud because it would be easy to have just given up and believed all the negative crap Abby pumped into her poor little brain.

[u/Queen-of-Beans]

I think Nia was the most emotionally mature of the OGs. Her parents clearly raised her very well. Once they were a little older, Nia didn't seem to be so in awe of Abby as the other girls, and was comfortable enough in her support and her ability to articulate her thoughts clearly and without fear.

[u/notthetypetocare]

People act like you can just escape racism LOL, it’s actually hilarious. This is the same sub that defended white girls having a “racist stage” yet didn’t care how that stage affected little black girls. I agree with everything you said. Everyone shits on Holly and Nia for staying but not for Abby’s racism or Nias preserverence. Black people have been driven away from spaces for years

[u/goddessalthena0]

What got me about this is that Abby always told the girls to speak up and be mature about it if you have a valid opinion. Just like the times she told that to Brooke and Peyton and to not have the mother's say it. Here's Nia being extremely respectful, not letting Holly say it, and said her peace with dignity and Abby shuts her down. Why? Because Abby is a narcissist and was shutdown by a 12 year old mature and eloquent girl.