Ep 10. What About Gary
- TV14
- February 2, 2021
- 21 min
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6.3 (117)
In the latest episode of Black-ish season 7, titled "What About Gary", we see the Johnson family dealing with the sudden death of Dre's childhood friend, Gary.
The episode opens with Dre receiving a call from Gary's wife, informing him of Gary's passing. Shocked and saddened by the news, Dre tries to come to terms with the loss of his friend. Meanwhile, Bow, who hasn't been to a funeral since her father's, is anxious about attending the funeral with Dre.
As the Johnson family prepares for the funeral, they discuss the different ways people grieve and the importance of being there for each other during difficult times. The conversation leads to a discussion about the different funeral traditions in various cultures, including African American traditions.
During the funeral, we see the Johnson family honoring Gary's memory in their own unique ways. Dre tries to deal with his grief by reminiscing about the good times he shared with Gary, while Bow struggles to hold back tears as she pays her respects.
As the funeral comes to an end, the Johnson family returns home to process their emotions and reflect on the impact of Gary's life. They share their favorite memories of Gary and how he touched their lives.
"What About Gary" is a powerful episode that explores the themes of grief, loss, and how we honor the memories of those we love. With poignant performances from the cast, the episode reminds us of the importance of being there for each other during difficult times.