Of Hardiness is Mother

Summary

Although Lucious pressures Cookie to take it easy, she can't help but take matters into her own hands when she receives unsettling news about an old friend. Meanwhile, Tiana's new 20 for 20 single takes off, leading to an unexpected change in her demeanor. Also, Jamal struggles to rebrand his image, Hakeem adopts a new role as musical mentor and Andre recruits Lucious to help him uncover the truth about Eddie's intentions.

Guest stars

• Chet Hanks as Blake Sterling
• AzMarie Livingston as Chicken
• Claudette Burchett as Juanita
• James Colby as Burleson
• Da'Vine Joy Randolph as Poundcake
• Ptosha Storey as Chyna
• Ryan Michelle Bathe as Celeste
• Erica Faye Watson as Ruth
• Jamaica Craft as Choreographer
• Kristina Valada-Viars as Nurse #1