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The Golden Girls - S03E12 - Charlie's Buddy
 

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Charlie's Buddy

 
A wartime buddy of Rose's late husband arrives in Miami to see Rose, however he has more in mind than just a friendly visit. Meanwhile, Dorothy and Blanche haggle over the same dress to wear to a social event.
 
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The Golden Girls / S03E12 : Charlie's Buddy
Season 3, Episode 12 | Aired on December 12, 1987 | TV-PG | 30 min. | NBC
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  • The Golden Girls - Episode 1 - Old Friends
    Episode 1
    Old Friends
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 2 - One For the Money
    Episode 2
    One For the Money
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 3 - Bringing Up Baby
    Episode 3
    Bringing Up Baby
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 4 - The Housekeeper
    Episode 4
    The Housekeeper
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 5 - Nothing to Fear But Fear Itself
    Episode 5
    Nothing to Fear But Fear Itself
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 6 - Letter to Gorbachev
    Episode 6
    Letter to Gorbachev
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 7 - Strange Bedfellows
    Episode 7
    Strange Bedfellows
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 8 - Brotherly Love
    Episode 8
    Brotherly Love
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 9 - A Visit From Little Sven
    Episode 9
    A Visit From Little Sven
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 10 - The Audit
    Episode 10
    The Audit
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 11 - Three on a Couch
    Episode 11
    Three on a Couch
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 12 - Charlie's Buddy
    Episode 12
    Charlie's Buddy
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 13 - The Artist
    Episode 13
    The Artist
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 14 - Blanche's Little Girl
    Episode 14
    Blanche's Little Girl
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 15 - Dorothy's New Friend
    Episode 15
    Dorothy's New Friend
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 16 - Grab That Dough
    Episode 16
    Grab That Dough
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 17 - My Brother, My Father
    Episode 17
    My Brother, My Father
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 18 - Golden Moments (1)
    Episode 18
    Golden Moments (1)
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 19 - Golden Moments (2)
    Episode 19
    Golden Moments (2)
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 20 - And Ma Makes Three
    Episode 20
    And Ma Makes Three
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 21 - Larceny and Old Lace
    Episode 21
    Larceny and Old Lace
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 22 - Rose's Big Adventure
    Episode 22
    Rose's Big Adventure
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 23 - Mixed Blessing
    Episode 23
    Mixed Blessing
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 24 - Mister Terrific
    Episode 24
    Mister Terrific
  • The Golden Girls - Episode 25 - Mother's Day
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The Golden Girls season 3 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In this episode of "The Golden Girls,"

Full Episode S03E12 Recap

### Opening Scene: The Golden Girls Theme Song - The episode begins with the iconic theme song of "The Golden Girls," featuring lyrics about friendship and loyalty. ### The Dress Shopping Fiasco - Dorothy is frustrated with Sophia for making unhelpful comments about a dress. - Sophia and Dorothy argue about shopping together. - Dorothy shows Blanche and Sophia the dress she picked for a banquet. - Blanche and Dorothy exchange sarcastic remarks about the dress. - Sophia makes a snide comment about Dorothy’s dress size. ### Buddy Rourke's Arrival - Rose introduces her old friend Buddy Rourke to Dorothy and Blanche. - Buddy reminisces about serving in the war with Rose's late husband, Charlie. - Buddy shares fond memories of Charlie and expresses his admiration for Rose. - Rose is touched by Buddy's connection to Charlie and plans to show Buddy around Miami. ### The Dress Dilemma Intensifies - Dorothy, Blanche, and Sophia discover they have bought the same dress for the banquet. - Blanche and Dorothy argue over who should return their dress. - Rose announces that Buddy has invited her to live with him in Boston. ### Confronting Moral and Ethical Dilemmas - The group debates the morality of Rose living with Buddy without being married. - Dorothy reflects on her own marriage and divorce, advocating for living together before marriage. - Blanche, surprisingly, opposes living together without marriage, citing tradition. - Rose decides she is comfortable with moving to Boston with Buddy. ### Uncovering Buddy's Deception - Dorothy and Blanche discover Buddy's deceitful background. - They learn he never served with Charlie and was exploiting Rose. - Rose unknowingly avoids Buddy's scam by refusing his proposal to move to Boston. ### The Resolution - Rose confronts Buddy and returns Charlie's watch that Buddy had given her. - Rose realizes her feelings for Buddy were tied to her memories of Charlie. - The episode concludes with Sophia and Dorothy discussing the importance of little lies that bring happiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Buddy Rourke?

Buddy Rourke is an old friend of Rose's late husband, Charlie, who visits Rose and claims to have served with Charlie in the war.

What is the main conflict involving Dorothy in this episode?

Dorothy's main conflict revolves around finding a suitable dress for a banquet and dealing with her mother Sophia's snide remarks about it.

How do Dorothy and Blanche react to their dress dilemma?

Dorothy and Blanche discover they have bought the same dress for a banquet and argue over who should return theirs.

What moral dilemma does Rose face in this episode?

Rose faces a moral dilemma about moving to Boston to live with Buddy without being married.

What is Sophia's view on the dress Dorothy chose?

Sophia makes sarcastic and critical comments about the size and fit of Dorothy's dress.

How does Buddy Rourke know so much about Rose's life?

Buddy knows about Rose's life because he worked in the Army Pension Office and read Charlie's file, not because he actually knew Charlie.

Why does Rose decide not to move to Boston with Buddy?

Rose decides not to move to Boston with Buddy because she realizes her feelings for him are more about her memories of Charlie than about Buddy himself.

What does Rose do with Charlie's watch that Buddy gave her?

Rose returns Charlie's watch to Buddy, realizing that she doesn't have genuine feelings for him.

What stance does Blanche take on living with a man without being married?

Blanche surprisingly opposes living with a man without being married, citing the importance of tradition and marriage.

How does the dress dilemma among the women get resolved?

The dress dilemma remains unresolved as both Dorothy and Blanche refuse to return their identical dresses.

What is Sophia's perspective on little lies?

Sophia believes that little lies can bring happiness and pleasure, as illustrated in her made-up story about a young peasant girl and Winston Churchill.

Does Buddy Rourke have a romantic history with Rose?

No, Buddy does not have a romantic history with Rose; his connection to her is based on a lie about knowing her husband.

What was the main source of humor in the dress shopping scene?

The main source of humor in the dress shopping scene was the sarcastic and witty exchanges between Dorothy, Blanche, and Sophia.

What lesson does the episode convey about relationships and memories?

The episode conveys that relationships and memories can be complex, and sometimes feelings for someone can be intertwined with memories of another person.

How do Dorothy and Blanche react to discovering Buddy's deception?

Dorothy and Blanche are determined to tell Rose about Buddy's deception but find that Rose has already decided not to go with him.

 
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