A Different World (1987)

Episode Overview

After accidentally damaging Mr. Gaines' car, Whitley finds herself facing a hefty repair bill of nearly $1,000. Unsure of how to approach her father for the funds—worried he might revoke her car privileges—she turns to Kim for help. Kim secures her a position at the Pit, where Whitley struggles at first, frustrating Mr. Gaines. However, she quickly turns things around with inventive ideas that enhance the business's success. Meanwhile, Kim grapples with feelings of jealousy as she loses her status as Mr. Gaines' top employee, while Ron deals with the humiliation of a botched haircut from a fellow student.