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My Mad Fat Diary is a British comedy-drama TV show. It's all about a 16-year-old girl named Rae Earl and her life. The show first aired on 14 January 2013 on the E4 channel. It is based on a book called My Fat, Mad Teenage Diary by Rae Earl. The second season of the show started on 17 February 2014 and finished on 31 March 2014.

What the Show is About

The story of My Mad Fat Diary takes place in Stamford, Lincolnshire, in the year 1996. The main character is a 16-year-old girl named Rae Earl, played by Sharon Rooney. Rae has just returned home after spending four months in a psychiatric hospital, where she received help for her feelings and mental health. The show follows her journey as she tries to fit back into everyday life, make new friends, and deal with being a teenager.

Who's in the Show

Sharon Rooney as Rachel 'Rae' Earl (Bouchtat)
Nico Mirallegro as Finn Nelson
Claire Rushbrook as Linda Bouchtat, who is Rae's mum
Ian Hart as Kester, Rae's therapist
Turlough Convery as Liam Owen (who appears in the second season)

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