Girlfriends - Season 5 - Eps 17: Good News, Bad News
Following a fight with his father, Lynn's brother Matthew shows up and asks to stay with her while he pursues his music career. She tries to help him when he freezes during an audition, but winds up being offered the job as lead singer instead of him. Meanwhile, Toni is extremely reluctant to give up her massive closet to make room for the baby; and William is confused by a thank-you gift from Maya.
About Girlfriends

Title: Girlfriends
First Air Date: 2000-09-11
Last Air Date: 2008-02-11
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.2/10 (from 39 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