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Bob Hearts Abishola
"A love story made in America."
Overview
A love story about a middle-aged compression sock businessman from Detroit who unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse, a Nigerian immigrant, while recovering from a heart attack and sets his sights on winning her over.
Status
Ended
Created By
Chuck Lorre, Gina Yashere, Eddie Gorodetsky, Alan J. Higgins
Network
CBS
Seasons & Episodes
Season 5
Episodes
The Dead Eyes of a Respectful Son
When Abishola finds out Dele cancelled his plans to go to Harvard behind her back, Bob steps in to keep her from going ballistic.
Kill the Cat
After Tunde gets into a car accident, Bob and Abishola cajole him into getting glasses but worry that his issues are more than just his eyesight.
The Devil's Hot Tub
Abishola and Kemi's friendship is pushed to the edge when Kemi wants to disregard Nigerian tradition and have a Las Vegas wedding. Also, Bob and the Wheelers have to avert a strike at MaxDot before it sinks the family business.
The Heart Attack Boys
When Christina tells her family that she's decided to have a baby by herself, Bob and Abishola start to reconsider whether to have a baby of their own as well.
Tayo Time
When Abishola's ex-husband, Tayo, visits Detroit for work, everyone falls under his spell except Bob and Abishola, who know there must be more to his visit than he claims.
A Tablespoon of Dad
When Dottie moves her husband Max's urn into Bob and Abishola's living room, everyone is forced to confront their views on death and the afterlife. Also, Goodwin pits Douglas and Kofo against each other in a battle for Dottie's vacant MaxDot office.
Worth the Cooties
After Christina kicks Abishola and Dottie out for making light of her pre-pregnancy preparations, Christina bonds with Douglas and Abishola spends a fun day with Dottie. Also, when Bob, Goodwin and Kofo are stumped on a work issue, Bob insists they go out to lunch to loosen up.
My Michelle Obama
When Ebun attempts to establish herself as matriarch, Olu worries she's losing her place in the family; Bob and Abishola are forced to choose sides. Also, Tunde is appointed interim deacon at church.
Sad Cupcakes
When Bob receives an offer to sell MaxDot, he must weigh the potential payout against his family's legacy. Also, when the hospital cuts nursing staff, Abishola and Gloria's relationship is strained.
Diamonds Are Made to Sparkle
When Bob second-guesses selling MaxDot, a new buyer presents a compelling offer. Also, the prospect of new wealth has Abishola stuck between her conservative nature to hide it and Nigerian pressure to flaunt it.
These Giants Are Flexible
When Bob and Abishola go to New York City with Dele for his Juilliard audition, Abishola reconnects with her brother Ade.
Olu! I Popped!
Bob and Abishola plan a trip to Las Vegas for Kemi's wedding and Kemi and Chukwuemeka get into an argument over his mother.
Find Your Bench
Seven years from now, a lot has changed for Bob, Abishola and their friends and family as they reflect on how far they've come and consider what's most important to them as they head into the future.
Top Cast
Billy Gardell
Bob Wheeler
Folake Olowofoyeku
Abishola Adebambo
Gina Yashere
Kemi
Christine Ebersole
Dottie Wheeler
Matt Jones
Douglas Wheeler
Maribeth Monroe
Christina Wheeler
Shola Adewusi
Auntie Olu
Barry Shabaka Henley
Uncle Tunde
Vernee Watson
Gloria
