Girlfriends - Season 4 - Eps 5: Hopelessly Devoted to Two
Joan finds herself in a bind when she is forced to agree to a dinner with both Ellis and Brock. She does not know how to handle the situation, although she insists that she is going to stay with Ellis. Joan winds up sharing a passionate kiss with Brock. Ellis nearly catches them in the act, and her friends witness the whole scene from the laundry room. Joan finally confesses her actions on the night of the play to Ellis. He is initially furious, but later visits her and lets her off the hook. They admit that they cared about each other, but were never really in love. Joan dashes off to give Brock a call. Meanwhile, William tries to cut a deal with Maya to get her to actually do her job, but she continues to outwit him.
About Girlfriends

Title: Girlfriends
First Air Date: 2000-09-11
Last Air Date: 2008-02-11
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.4/10 (from 38 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 8
Total Episodes: 172
Network: UPN The CW
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Production Companies: Grammnet Productions, CBS Studios
Synopsis
The series revolves around the friendship of four African-American women in different phases of their lives. They explore the many trials and tribulations that most women face today such as relationships, family, friends and other current issues that will interest most women. Whether it’s getting over a divorce, finding a career, or looking for true love, Girlfriends delivers along with comedy and wit.
Cast

Tracee Ellis Ross
Joan Clayton

Golden Brooks
Maya Wilkes

Persia White
Lynn Searcy

Reggie Hayes
William Dent

Khalil Kain
Darnell Wilkes