Ep 14. Papa Don't Preach
- TVPG
- January 18, 1998
- 21 min
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7.9 (27)
In The Jamie Foxx Show season 2 episode 14, titled Papa Don't Preach, Jamie discovers that his longtime girlfriend, Fancy, is pregnant. He's worried about telling her strict and traditional father, Mr. Major, who disapproves of Jamie and their relationship. Jamie tries to find the right way to break the news to Mr. Major, but his attempts are thwarted when Mr. Major shows up unexpectedly at the hotel where Jamie works.
Jamie's attempts to hide the pregnancy fail when Mr. Major sees Fancy's stomach and immediately assumes she's ill. When Jamie finally tells him the truth, Mr. Major doesn't take the news well and doesn't believe that Jamie is ready to be a father. Jamie tries to prove himself by taking on more responsibilities at the hotel, but Mr. Major is still not convinced.
Meanwhile, Jamie's best friend, Braxton, is excited about becoming an uncle and starts preparing for the baby's arrival. He even creates a baby shower for Jamie and Fancy, but things quickly go wrong when he invites a group of rowdy guests.
Throughout the episode, Jamie tries to win over Mr. Major by proving that he's responsible and committed to Fancy and the baby. He takes on extra work at the hotel and even approaches Mr. Major's boss, hoping to show that he's a dependable employee.
In the end, Jamie's hard work pays off and Mr. Major comes around to the idea of having Jamie as his daughter's partner and the father of his grandchild. He even offers Jamie a job promotion at the hotel as a sign of his trust and approval.
The episode ends with Jamie and Fancy embracing their future as parents, surrounded by their supportive friends and family.
Overall, Papa Don't Preach is a heartwarming episode that explores the challenges of starting a family and gaining the approval of a conservative father-in-law. It's a thoughtful portrayal of the joys and struggles that come with parenthood and the importance of perseverance and dedication in the face of adversity.