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An ensemble sitcom focusing on a mixed batch of black women who face life's tests and triumphs together. From dating to divorce and friends to family to relationships, Joan, Maya, Lynn and Toni support each other despite their differing backgrounds, learning about true friendship in the process.
Comedy, SitcomTV-PG
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  • Toni thinks she might have genuine feelings for Dr. Garrett. John Salley guest stars.

  • William is torn between playing Santa Claus for Maya's son and hosting an office party for ambitious girlfriend Monica.

  • Lynn falls for a celibate spoken-word artist (Saul Williams); a poet (Common) publicizes Lynn's promiscuity, inspiring her to make an HIV documentary.

  • Joan and William compete for the senior partner position; Toni is asked to take an HIV test.

  • Ellis sends Joan on a scavenger hunt for Valentine's Day; Toni questions Todd's intentions. Kevin Eubanks guest stars.

  • Maya goes on a blind date; Joan's book club comprises Bebe Moore Campbell, Jackie Collins, Suzanne de Passé and Marcia R. Clark.

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An ensemble sitcom focusing on a mixed batch of black women who face life's tests and triumphs together. From dating to divorce and friends to family to relationships, Joan, Maya, Lynn and Toni support each other despite their differing backgrounds, learning about true friendship in the process.

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Tracee Ross, Golden Brooks, Persia White, Reggie Hayes, Jill Jones
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