Ep 17. You Can't Take It with You

In Las Vegas season 1 episode 17, titled "You Can't Take It with You", a wealthy man named Willie Proffitt dies in his hotel suite, and his family arrives in Vegas to claim his estate. Ed and his team must figure out what happened to Willie and who should inherit his fortune before the family starts fighting over it. Meanwhile, Delinda visits her father (played by James Caan) in prison to ask for his blessing to date Danny, and Sam hires a new chef for her restaurant, but he isn't what she expected.

The episode begins with Willie Proffitt (played by guest star Michael O'Keefe) celebrating his birthday in his luxurious hotel suite with his family and friends. However, moments later, he collapses and dies, leaving behind a multimillion-dollar estate. Ed and his team investigate the death and find out that Willie had a history of heart problems, but they suspect foul play after discovering the living arrangements of the guests in Willie's suite. The detectives question each of the guests, including Willie's gold-digger wife, his greedy son, his estranged daughter, and his business partners, and they discover that everyone had a motive to kill him. However, the case takes an unexpected turn when they discover that Willie had a secret that could change everything.

Meanwhile, Delinda pays a visit to her father, who is serving time in prison for fraud, to ask for his approval to date Danny. Her father is wary of Danny's reputation as a playboy and warns her to be cautious, but ultimately gives her his blessing. Delinda is relieved but conflicted about her feelings for Danny, as he is still grieving the loss of his wife. She tries to express her support for him, but he shuts her down, leaving her heartbroken.

At the same time, Sam hires a new chef for the restaurant, but quickly realizes that he is not up to her standards. Despite his impressive resume and charming personality, the chef's dishes are lackluster and uninspired, and the staff is not impressed. Sam must decide whether to let him go or give him another chance, while dealing with the pressure of keeping her restaurant successful.

Overall, Las Vegas season 1 episode 17 is an engaging and suspenseful episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seat. The murder mystery plot is well-crafted, with several twists and turns that keep the audience guessing until the end. The subplots involving Delinda and Sam add emotional depth to the episode and provide insight into the characters' personal lives. The acting is strong across the board, with Michael O'Keefe delivering a standout performance as the victim. The episode is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and Las Vegas.