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The Golden Girls - S03E23 - Mixed Blessing
 

Watch The Golden Girls season 3 episode 23 Online

Mixed Blessing

 
Dorothy's son, Michael pays another visit to Miami and this time he has an announcement, he's engaged. However, Dorothy has two more surprises in store, her future daughter-in-law is also black and twenty years older than Michael.
 
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The Golden Girls / S03E23 : Mixed Blessing
Season 3, Episode 23 | Aired on March 19, 1988 | 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
    Episode 25
    Mother's Day

The Golden Girls season 3 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a whirlwind of fitness, beauty makeovers, and family dynamics, "The Golden Girls" tackle the complexities of love across racial and age divides. Dorothy's son, Michael, shocks everyone with his engagement to Lorraine, an older black woman. Amidst humorous beauty treatments and cultural clashes, both families confront their prejudices. The episode culminates in acceptance and celebration as Michael and Lorraine's wedding unites the families, symbolizing the power of love to overcome biases and heralding the arrival of a grandchild.

Full Episode S03E23 Recap

### The Golden Girls Prepare for a Cruise - Blanche and Rose are frantically exercising to prepare for a cruise in the Bahamas with the Harlan twins. - Dorothy is skeptical about their sudden fitness and beauty makeover plans. ### Sophia's Epcot Trip - Sophia is off to Epcot, showing little interest in the technological marvels, highlighting her age and the generational gap. ### Measuring for Makeovers - Blanche and Rose take measurements, joking about their figures and the extensive efforts for their makeovers. ### Michael's Surprise Visit - Dorothy's son, Michael, makes a surprise visit, announcing his engagement to Lorraine, who is black, older, and part of a band. ### Preparing for Family Meeting - Michael reveals Lorraine's visit and the plan to introduce the families, leading to anxiety and racial and age-related discussions among the Golden Girls. ### Beauty Treatment Gone Wrong - Blanche's miracle beauty treatment for Rose leads to a humorous misunderstanding, showcasing their vibrant and comedic living situation. ### Lorraine's Arrival and Revelation - Lorraine's arrival and age reveal (44) shock the Golden Girls, especially Dorothy, sparking discussions about age differences in relationships. ### Meeting Lorraine's Family - Tensions arise as Lorraine's family, unaware of Michael's race and age, meets Dorothy, leading to a clash of opinions and cultural differences. ### Confrontation and Understanding - The families confront their prejudices and concerns, revealing underlying biases and the complexities of interracial and age-gap relationships. ### A Resolution and Wedding Preparation - Despite initial disapproval, both families come to a reluctant understanding, united by Michael and Lorraine's love and the announcement of a grandchild. ### The Wedding and Family Acceptance - Amidst humor and family quirks, the episode concludes with Michael and Lorraine's wedding, symbolizing acceptance, love, and the blending of diverse families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Blanche and Rose exercising intensely?

They are preparing for a cruise in the Bahamas with the Harlan twins.

What is Sophia's attitude towards her trip to Epcot?

Sophia is indifferent to the exhibits, highlighting a generational gap in interest towards technology.

What is the purpose of Blanche and Rose measuring themselves?

They are taking measurements as part of their fitness and beauty makeover efforts for the cruise.

Who is Michael, and what significant news does he share?

Michael is Dorothy's son, who announces his engagement to Lorraine, a woman who is black and older than him.

What are the initial reactions to Michael's engagement?

The reactions are mixed, with surprise and concern about the suddenness, Lorraine's age, and the interracial aspect of the relationship.

How do the Golden Girls react to Lorraine's age?

They are shocked to learn she is 44, leading to discussions about the appropriateness and dynamics of their age difference.

What conflict arises when Lorraine's family meets Dorothy?

Tensions arise due to racial and age-related prejudices, leading to confrontations and uncomfortable situations.

What significant revelation does Lorraine make at the wedding chapel?

Lorraine reveals she is pregnant, which prompts a discussion and eventual acceptance from both families.

How does the episode resolve the families' differences?

The families come to a reluctant understanding, accepting Michael and Lorraine's relationship and the impending arrival of a grandchild.

What is the symbolic significance of Michael and Lorraine's wedding?

The wedding symbolizes love, acceptance, and the blending of diverse families, overcoming racial and age-related biases.

 
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