If you grew up watching the original series, you know that The Proud Family has never shied away from addressing serious subjects. Whether it was race relations, religion, or bullying, the show always made sure to include a little bit of everything, for everyone.
And the reboot’s no different. Recently, it got people talking about an episode where Oscar and Trudy learn that one of their twins — you remember Bebe and Cece — likely has autism. While it’s a lot for them to take in at that moment, the show does a great job of conveying how many people have felt in that situation, and sharing how to best help and support a child on the spectrum.
The Proud Family reboot mentions Bebe being on the spectrum and the way they went about it has me emotional. Beautiful job. I also love the fact that they didn’t sugarcoat Oscar’s reaction. Because it is natural.
Disney Channel / Via Twitter: @heyygeorgy
omg why is the best explanation of autism and support needs I’ve seen on tv so far the scene where BEBE FROM THE PROUD FAMILY gets diagnosed 😭 I’ve never ever seen it mentioned in a piece of media that someone’s support needs can fluctuate day to day EVER
Twitter: @WilltheVVise
Man… autism being explicitly mentioned, explained in detail, and overall treated with heavy respect – and in a mainstream family cartoon. You love to freaking see it.
#TheProudFamilyLouderAndProuder
Disney Channel / Via Twitter: @Toon4Thought
They diagnosed Bebe with Autism on the Proud Family show – the writers did such a great job presenting the diagnoses to parents in a realistic point of view 🫶🏽
They also used a real 7 yr old African American boy with Autism to play his voice 🥹🥹🫶🏽 His name is Aiden Dodson.
Twitter: @ArAmariAl
I am so proud of The Proud Family talking about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As me being an autistic Black woman myself, I am so happy that this representation is shown. I grew up watching The Proud Family when I was a child, too. https://t.co/8PEJEkVuL5
Disney Channel / Via Twitter: @HudspethLeigh
How are you feeling about the clip? Let me know in the comments below.
Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/chelseastewart/the-proud-family-autism-storyline-reactions