The Untold Truth Of Mike & Molly

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BY BRITTANY DELAY/UPDATED: SEPT. 9, 2022 12:15 PM EDT

"Mike & Molly" is an American television sitcom that premiered on CBS in 2010, and aired 127 episodes over the course of six seasons before it ended its broadcast run in 2016. The show centers on the story of Mike, a Chicago police officer played by Billy Gardell, and Molly (Melissa McCarthy), an elementary school teacher, who meet and fall and love while attending meetings for an Overeaters Anonymous group. The two face life together, supporting each other at every turn, in spite of the obstacles presented along the way.

Focusing on a demographic and focusing on a narrative not often represented onscreen, "Mike & Molly" is a big-hearted and groundbreaking show about real people facing real struggles. Many viewers at home have come to know and love the characters for their authenticity and relate to the vulnerable depiction of their experiences with friends, family, health, and life. However, there are certain things about the show that even the most up-to-date and dedicated fans might not know — so with that in mind, this is the untold truth of "Mike & Molly."