Let's Stay Together (2011–2013)
Plot
Let's Stay Together is an American romantic comedy television series created by Jacque Edmonds Cofer. It premiered on BET on January 11, 2011. The title of the series refers to the Al Green landmark 1972 song of the same name. The series premiere drew 4.4 million viewers. Initially, Soul Food star Malinda Williams was cast in the lead role of Stacy. For undisclosed reasons, she was recast with Nadine Ellis. On April 20, 2013, BET announced that the series was renewed for a second season which aired 22 episodes starting in January 2012. For its second season, Erica Hubbard appeared infrequently due to her pregnancy. New cast member Kyla Pratt joined the cast portraying Crystal, Charles and Kita's cousin. At the 2012 BET Upfront on April 13, 2012, it was revealed that the show has been renewed for a third season. The third season premiered on March 26, 2013. In April 2013, BET Networks announced the show had been renewed for a fourth season that will premiere in early 2014.
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- 01If You'd Like It, You'd Better Put a Ring On ItPediatrician Stacy Lawrence (Nadine Ellis) finds out her fiancé, Charles (Bert Belasco), gave her an engagement ring that once belonged to his ex in the premiere of this romantic-comedy series following couples through the ups and downs of relationships. Elsewhere, Jamal (RonReaco Lee) moonlights as a pianist with Kita (Erica Hubbard) on vocals.
- 02On to the Next OneStacy and Charles spice things up in the bedroom but soon find themselves exhausted. Elsewhere, Jamal objects to Tasha's wardrobe choice for their son during a photo shoot.
- 03See, What Had Happened Was...Stacy confronts Connie about a kiss in the Season 3 opener.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01Season's bestIf You'd Like It, You'd Better Put a Ring On ItJanuary 11, 2011Pediatrician Stacy Lawrence (Nadine Ellis) finds out her fiancé, Charles (Bert Belasco), gave her an engagement ring that once belonged to h
- S01E02On to the Next OneJanuary 18, 2011Stacy and Charles spice things up in the bedroom but soon find themselves exhausted. Elsewhere, Jamal objects to Tasha's wardrobe choice for
- S01E03The Fourth WheelJanuary 25, 2011—Charles meets Stacey's med school friends; Jamal's client's attempt to seduce him.
- S01E04Marriage 101February 1, 2011—Charles and Stacy go to pre-marital counseling; Kita makes Tasha jealous.
- S01E05The Handyman Can'tFebruary 8, 2011Stacy hires Charles to renovate her office; Kita has romantic dreams of Jamal.
- S01E06Dirty Scraps of LeatherFebruary 15, 2011A gift from Stacy's old boyfriend bothers Charles, so he decides to replace it; Tasha worries she's less attractive now that she's a stay-at
- S01E07The Wedding PlannerFebruary 22, 2011—Charles hires a wedding planner since Stacy is procrastinating; Tasha becomes an entrepreneur.
- S01E08Your Arm's Too Short to Box With GrandparentsMarch 1, 2011—Stacy is offended and gets in a fight with Tasha; Jamal and Charles sneak around to see each other.
- S01E09There Goes the GroomMarch 8, 2011—Stacy exhibits cold feet at her engagement party, prompting Charles to question if she's ready to get married. Elsewhere, Jamal discovers th
- S01E10Rules of DisengagementMarch 15, 2011—Charles and Stacy reconnect, but Charles thinks they should keep their distance until Stacy sets a wedding date. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha
- S01E11Daddy's HomeMarch 22, 2011—Stacy goes on a date to test her feelings for Charles; Tasha tries to impress a mothers' group; and Charles reflects on his problems after a
- S01E12Back Together AgainMarch 29, 2011—Tasha and Jamal arrange a reunion for Stacy and Charles, but the plan hits a snag when their intended targets each bring dates.
- S01E13Season 1, Episode 13April 5, 2011—In the first-season finale, Stacy and Charles reminisce at their rehearsal dinner about the start of their relationship. Later, the pair's w
Season02
- S02E01Let's Do It AgainJanuary 10, 2012—Season 2 opens and picks up with dramas surrounding Charles' and Stacy's wedding. Here, Charles escapes from an elevator and attempts to hea
- S02E02Waiting to XXXhaleJanuary 10, 2012—When Stacy finds out that Charles watches pornography, she sets out to make adult material with him. Elsewhere, Kita throws her own birthday
- S02E03All Juice, No SeedsJanuary 17, 2012—Stacy aspires to be an ideal housewife; Jamal and Tasha consider a vasectomy; Charles' cousin becomes a hit on the Web.
- S02E04U Say He's Just a FriendJanuary 24, 2012—Charles helps Stacy become financially responsible; Tasha lands work with Troy; Crystal dates a former pimp.
- S02E05Dancing With the StarsJanuary 31, 2012—A celebrity client charms Charles and, eventually, Stacy. Meanwhile, Jamal lands work with Troy.
- S02E06Sickness Protection ProgramFebruary 7, 2012—Charles behaves like a baby when he gets sick; Jamal and Troy become running buddies. Meanwhile, Crystal has a dating party for her college
- S02E07Puppy LoveFebruary 14, 2012—Stacy is left to dog-sit her mother's unruly dog; Troy sends Jamal out of town on business and tries to make his move on Tasha
- S02E08Family BusinessFebruary 28, 2012—Jamal represents Charles in a court case. Meanwhile, Tasha launches a celebrity-theme gossip blog.
- S02E09Marriage Without BordersMarch 6, 2012—Stacy mulls over traveling abroad for a medical program. Meanwhile, Tasha's blunt remarks and opinions impact Jamal's run for public office.
- S02E102 Fast, 2 FuriousMarch 13, 2012—Stacy and Tasha's rivalry emerges when both run in a race. Meanwhile, Crystal volunteers to shoot a commercial for Charles' company.
- S02E11Fear FactorMarch 20, 2012—Charles and Stacy install a security system in their home. Meanwhile, Crystal and her friends decide to pledge Tasha's sorority.
- S02E12The Choice Is YoursMarch 27, 2012—Crystal juggles dating two men. Elsewhere, the unemployed Jamal and the jobless Tasha spend their idle time together—and promptly get on eac
- S02E13The Good, The Bad & The Comedically UglyApril 3, 2012—Charles and Stacy clash over their honeymoon location. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha plan competing bachelor and bachelorette parties, and Kita
- S02E14An Even More Indecent ProposalApril 10, 2012—
- S02E15Inspect Me, Inspect Me NotApril 17, 2012—
- S02E16Leave Me AloneApril 24, 2012—
- S02E17The ApprenticeMay 1, 2012—
- S02E18Beauty and the BirthdayMay 8, 2012—
- S02E19Owners, Players and ThievesMay 15, 2012—
- S02E20No Weddings and a FuneralMay 22, 2012—
- S02E21CreepersMay 29, 2012—
- S02E22Wait, What?June 5, 2012—
Season03
- S03E01Season's bestSee, What Had Happened Was...March 26, 2013Stacy confronts Connie about a kiss in the Season 3 opener.
- S03E02Hot JunkApril 2, 2013—A dry spell in the bedroom tests Charles; Stacy reaches out to a marriage counselor; Jamal's newest client is a mob boss; Crystal and Kita h
- S03E03The Need for SpeedApril 9, 2013Charles and Stacy exchange anniversary gifts, but she becomes overly attached to his motorcycle. Meanwhile, Jamal's mob-boss client goes to
- S03E04Troy StoryApril 16, 2013—
- S03E05Single Black StacyApril 23, 2013Stacy has a new protégé named Sharon, but Charles suspects that Sharon is far too interested in Stacy. Elsewhere, Jamal and Tasha seek a new
- S03E06Each One, Teach OneApril 30, 2013Jamal and Charles serve as big brothers to two boys. Elsewhere, Tasha's frustration mounts when Kita dates Troy; and Crystal meets a new man
- S03E07The Other DoctorMay 7, 2013Stacy begins to lose patients when a doctor moves into her office building. Meanwhile, Charles tries to add sizzle to Jamal's fizzled career
- S03E08Buyer BewareMay 14, 2013Stacy struggles with demands; Charles and Jamal join Darkanian's entourage; Crystal and Rashad's feelings for one another.
- S03E09Kita's Got a Gun—
- S03E10Babies, Blindness, and BlingMay 21, 2013Jamal is temporarily blinded when he decides to go to work with Charles in the Season 3 finale. Also: Charles is challenged to care for the
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