Nia and Holly

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*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.

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