In a heartfelt reveal, Amy Johnson has released the trailer for her upcoming docuseries on HBO Max, titled Anticipating Amy. Last October, she shared her plans to create a documentary about her challenging pregnancy journey, grappling with hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe condition characterized by extreme nausea and vomiting, all while juggling a demanding comedy tour. This three-part docuseries is set to premiere on HBO Max this July, and the trailer offers poignant glimpses into her emotional experience after learning she was going to be a mother.
“I just found out two days ago that I’m expecting,” Amy shares with the camera, tears streaming down her face. “I’m overwhelmed with happiness.”
As highlighted in a statement by Variety, the documentary captures Amy’s journey from the moment she learns of her pregnancy to the arrival of her son, Leo, all while she performs across the country and battles her debilitating condition. “We’re hitting 42 cities with 60 shows… let’s do this,” she exclaims in the trailer.
The footage also features moments from her wedding, where Amy humorously tells her partner, Jake Thompson, “I’m thrilled you found me,” along with behind-the-scenes clips from her tour that led to her Netflix stand-up special, Growing. Jake, who accompanied Amy on her tour, is seen sweetly comforting her as she leans on his shoulder backstage, asking, “Can you cover my act?” to which he replies with a smile and a “Sure.”
After welcoming her son, Amy reached out to her followers, asking if they would be interested in seeing a documentary about her pregnancy, and the overwhelming response was a resounding YES! With HBO Max stepping in, viewers can look forward to streaming Anticipating Amy starting July 9, 2020.
“Women are true warriors, and by sharing my story, I hope to raise awareness about the struggles of pregnancy and childbirth,” Amy expressed.
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In summary, Amy Johnson’s upcoming docuseries, Anticipating Amy, chronicles her emotional journey through pregnancy while managing a demanding career, shedding light on the realities many women face during this transformative time.