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The official House of Payne account shared a touching message to the parents, along with a video clip from the latest episode featuring LaVan Davis as Curtis giving everlasting advice on fatherhood to his son. The post, which is also a teaser for the upcoming episode of the show on BET, is set for airing this Wednesday.
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A small advance peek at the upcoming episode of ‘House of Payne’ is being spread around and it is not just a matter of normal family problems but also of giving an honestly, straightforward advice. In the clip, Mr. Curtis, the head of the family, played by LaVan Davis, is seen comforting his son (Calvin) worry about being a parent. Calvin, who gets exhausted by the constant quarrel of his boys, is in need of a guidebook. Curtis rebuts that notion through honest conversation. ‘You aren’t getting any book,’ he says. ‘None of us had a book.’ His way is relatively simpler: love your children, try to be a good person before them and trust your instincts. It is a moment of spontaneity that is easily understood and breaks through the laughter of the sitcom.
The official show account linked the video with a message of encouragement: ‘To all the parents, even though there is no playbook, always remember that you are doing a great job. Keep showering your kids with love.’ The post also served as a reminder that the Payne family will be back with a new episode this Wednesday night.
Curtis’s paternal guidance received an instant positive and warm reaction. Many people remarked on the character’s development throughout the years. ‘No matter what you say about Curtis, he is wise when he needs to be!’ an observer noted, pointing out the character’s intricacies alongside the typical comic tumult. Another observer developed the idea by saying, ‘Uncle Curtis never fails to come with the wisdom at the right time as the family head… the family is aware that he would sacrifice his life for each and every one of them.’ It is a sentiment that has been felt by the audiences who have witnessed the family ties for a while.
For some viewers, Curtis represents a perfect father. ‘I wish my dad was like uncle Curtis my favorite TV dad,’ one user expressed, showcasing how much the character has become an influential fictional father. The focus on Calvin’s parenting experience also resonated. ‘I really like watching calvin scenes with his kids frfr,’ another comment stated, enjoying the fact that the show is dealing with the issues of the next generation.
Nevertheless, not all responses were merely about the heartwarming message. The post’s promotional aspect triggered some logistical questions like ‘Is this show on regular BET or BET plus?’ and someone also voiced a concern regarding the access issue. A bit of classic fan nitpicking also surfaced with a person jokingly questioning, ‘Can Calvin get a new damn house already I’m sick of him being in this little ass apartment since day 1.’ This indicates that the show has been running for so long that the audience has gotten so attached to the characters’ living situations.
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The clip along with its message is just before the new episode and serves as an excellent teaser which mixes comedy with a hint of sincerity. It brings to mind what ‘House of Payne’ has gone through: behind the jokes and the yelling, there is a love of family and the difficult, instinctive work of raising kids. Curtis Payne, in his own extraordinary way, just taught a masterclass in that. The new episode will broadcast on Wednesday at 8:30/7:30c on BET. This moment of sincerity is reminiscent of the heartfelt tributes often shared by stars like Jamie Lee Curtis. The actor’s recent work, including a project with Matthew McConaughey, explores deep human themes. Curtis has also been known to urge political action and explore the true meaning of service. In lighter news, fellow actress Lindsay Lohan recently celebrated a new release.
