Ep 8. Teenage Marriage (2)
- January 14, 1981
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7.5 (81)
The Facts of Life season 2 episode 8, titled "Teenage Marriage (2)," picks up where the previous episode left off. The girls continue to deal with Blair's sudden decision to marry her boyfriend, Nate, despite her young age and lack of maturity. Mrs. Garrett tries to convince Blair to slow down, but Blair remains determined to go through with the wedding.
Meanwhile, Tootie and Natalie struggle with their own feelings about teenage marriage. Tootie, who had previously been excited about the idea of getting married young, begins to have doubts after talking to her mother and seeing the way Blair and Nate are rushing into things. Natalie, on the other hand, is determined to prove that teenage marriage can work and sets out to gather research and statistics to support her argument.
As the wedding draws closer, tensions rise and the girls are forced to confront their fears and insecurities about love and commitment. They also worry about the impact that Blair's marriage will have on their tight-knit group and wonder if they will still be able to be friends once Blair becomes a wife.
In the end, the wedding is called off at the last minute, leaving Blair devastated and the rest of the girls unsure of what the future holds. The episode ends on a poignant note as the girls come together to comfort Blair and reflect on what they have learned about love, relationships, and the importance of taking things slow.