Rob and Big

Guide Note

Rob and Big was a reality TV show that followed skateboarder Rob Dyrdek, his bodyguard/best friend Christopher "Big Black" Boykin and their pets.

Fast Facts

1. Series premiere: November 2, 2006
2. Series finale: April 15, 2008
3. Network: MTV
4. Total seasons: Three
5. Total episodes: 23, plus one best-of special
6. Starring: Rob Dyrdek, Christopher Boykin, their bulldog "Meaty" and a "Mini Horse"

The first season opens with Boykin moving into Dyrdek's Southern California home. The two get a bulldog, that they name "Meaty". They continue their adventures with Boykin entering a buffalo wing eating contest, which Boykin does not win, although they do go home with the trophy. As an extension of Dyrdek's career as a professional skateboarder, they attempt to teach Meaty to skateboard as well.

Dyrdek and Boykin decide to get a pal for Meaty, and adopt a miniature horse. The addition requires changes to their home as well as the purchase of a mini-horse trailer to transport their new pet. Dyrdek competes in several skateboarding competitions, while Boykin discusses his former career as an exotic dancer.

The final season opens with Dyrdek finding a "surprise" in his pool. Feeling that his security may be compromised, he purchases a net gun, which is also helpful to avenge the local Spider-Man look-alike. Boykin decides their time must come to an end, as he is about to get married and has a child on the way.