Chrissy & Mr. Jones
Chrissy & Mr. Jones | |
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Genre | Reality |
Starring | |
Opening theme | "Better Me" |
Composer(s) | Jim Jones ft. Robbie Nova |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of seasons | 2 |
No. of episodes | 16 |
Production | |
Executive producer(s) |
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Running time | 20-23 minutes |
Production company(s) |
Eastern TV Monami Entertainment |
Release | |
Original network | VH1 |
Picture format |
480i (SDTV) 1080i (HDTV) |
Original release | September 24, 2012 – December 16, 2013 |
Chronology | |
Related shows | Love & Hip Hop: New York |
External links | |
Website |
Chrissy & Mr. Jones is an American reality television series featuring Chrissy Lampkin and Jim Jones. It premiered on September 24, 2012, on VH1 and is a spin-off of Love & Hip Hop: New York.[1] The second season premiered on October 28, 2013. The show did not return for a third season. [2]
Three years after the show's finale, Lampkin and Jones returned in a six-part series, Jim & Chrissy: Vow or Never, which premiered September 1, 2016 on WE tv.
Cast
Main
- Chrissy Lampkin
- The fiancée of rapper Jim Jones. Lampkin is of African-American and Cuban ethnicity, born and raised in Harlem. She previously appeared with Jim in Love & Hip Hop: New York. The series chronicled her struggles with Jim's commitment issues and her forays into fashion and interior design.
- Jim Jones
- A rapper, entrepreneur and original member of the hip-hop collective The Diplomats. Jones is of Puerto Rican and Aruban ethnicity, raised in The Bronx. He has a son, Pudie, from a previous relationship. He previously appeared with Chrissy in Love & Hip Hop: New York. The series chronicled his business ventures, specifically his Vamp Life brand.
Supporting
Several members of Chrissy and Jim's inner circle appear as supporting cast members in green screen confessional interview segments throughout the series.
- Emily Bustamante
- Chrissy's best friend. Bustamante is a stylist and fashion designer. She is the mother of a daughter Taina and two sons, Johan and Jonas by the rapper Fabolous. She previously appeared in Love & Hip Hop: New York. The first season chronicled her professional rivalry with fellow stylist Talia Coles.
- Nancy "Mama" Jones
- Jim's mother. She was born and raised in Manhattan and is of Aruban ethnicity. Jones is a youth advocate, community activist and a hustler with several business ventures. She previously appeared in Love & Hip Hop: New York. The series chronicled the launch of her perfume line, PumKásh.
- Freddie Robinson Jr.
- Mama Jones' long-time friend and occasional business partner. Robinson is a comedian, actor, singer, rapper and entrepreneur who produced Nancy's diss track "Psychotic". He appeared in guest appearances in the first and second seasons of Love & Hip Hop: New York. The series chronicled the ups-and-downs of his relationship with Nancy.
- Talia Coles (Season 1)
- Chrissy's friend and potential business partner. Coles is a celebrity stylist, sex toy designer and singer. While trying to get a fashion line off the ground with Chrissy, she clashes with Emily. After the show, she appeared in guest appearances in the sixth season of Love & Hip Hop: New York.
- Paulina (Season 1)
- Chrissy and Jim's wise-cracking housekeeper.
- Tina Lauren (Season 1)
- Jim's personal assistant.
- Joseph "Pudie" Jones II (Season 2)
- Jim's ten-year-old son from a previous relationship.
- LaToya "Sassy" Everett (Season 2)
- Mama Jones' best friend and partner-in-crime.
- Debra "Deb" Antney (Season 2)
- Chrissy's mentor for her business ventures. Antney is the CEO of Mizay Entertainment and the mother of rapper Waka Flocka Flame. She appears as a supporting cast member on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.
Notable guests
- Rev. Run (episode 4)
- Adrienne Bailon (episode 6)
- CJ Hilton (episodes 6, 8)
- Russell Simmons (episode 7)
- Justine Simmons (episode 7)
- Damon Dash (episodes 11–12)
- Wahida Clark (episode 11)
- Ice-T (episode 12)
Episodes
Season | Episodes | Season Premiere | Season Finale | |
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1 | 8 | September 24, 2012 | November 12, 2012 | |
2 | 8 | October 28, 2013 | December 16, 2013 | |
Season 1 (2012)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Original air date | U.S. viewers (million) |
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1 | 1 | "To Be or Not To Be" | September 24, 2012 | 2.07[3] |
Chrissy attempted to discover her lost independence. This episode marks the first appearances of Talia and Paulina. | ||||
2 | 2 | "Eggs & Beggin'" | October 1, 2012 | 1.41[4] |
It's been a long road and the time has come for Chrissy and Jim to talk babies. Freddie attempts to come to terms with his past and apologize for his wrongdoings. Emily and Talia are awarded with a major surprise. | ||||
3 | 3 | "Scent of a Woman" | October 8, 2012 | 1.41[5] |
Emily takes time out of her day to visit Jim. Chrissy and Emily have an extremely heartwarming conversation. | ||||
4 | 4 | "Run to the Rev" | October 15, 2012 | 1.72[6] |
Chrissy and Jim come to terms with their current relationship status and take steps to improve their bond. | ||||
5 | 5 | "Pack Your Bags" | October 22, 2012 | 1.27[7] |
Chrissy is fed up with the problems at home and decides to move into a hotel room. Talia is embarrassed by the pranks pulled by Emily. | ||||
6 | 6 | "Jacket Racket" | October 29, 2012 | 2.03[8] |
Chrissy and Jim endure a long two week break from each other. Jim finds himself a new personal assistant. This episode marks the first appearance of Tina and the final appearance of Paulina. Former Love & Hip Hop: New York cast member Somaya Reece appears in an uncredited cameo. | ||||
7 | 7 | "In Your Business" | November 5, 2012 | 1.77[9] |
Talia and Emily just can't seem to be cordial with each other, and the fighting continues. Jim works to get Chrissy back into his arms. | ||||
8 | 8 | "Better Me" | November 12, 2012 | 1.87[10] |
In the season finale, Chrissy decides whether to purchase her own residence or end up residing with Jim again. This episode marks the final appearances of Talia and Tina. |
Season 2 (2013)
No. in series | No. in season | Title | Original air date | U.S. viewers (million) |
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9 | 1 | "Son Shine" | October 28, 2013 | 2.89[11] |
Jim informs Chrissy that his son will be moving in with them for the summer. Mama Jones is dealing with her own drama when she discovers that Freddie has been telling lies about their relationship. This episode marks the first appearances of Pudie and Sassy. | ||||
10 | 2 | "Gifted" | November 4, 2013 | 2.62[12] |
Pudie teaches Jim how to swim. Chrissy plans a celebration for Jim's birthday. Chrissy asks Mama Jones to pick her outfit out for a book cover. This episode marks the first appearance of Deb. | ||||
11 | 3 | "Every Day I'm Hustling" | November 11, 2013 | 3.00[13] |
Chrissy discusses with Jim regarding her managing his clothing line. Mama Jones and Jim teach Pudie about the importance of working hard. | ||||
12 | 4 | "Popping Off" | November 18, 2013 | 2.51[14] |
Chrissy is rushing to complete everything prior to her clothing line launching, and feels that Jim isn't contributing much. Mama Jones and Sassy come up with the idea to host a talk show. This episode marks the final appearance of Deb. | ||||
13 | 5 | "Pranked" | November 25, 2013 | 2.49[15] |
Jim lets Chrissy host a ladies night. Chrissy is annoyed with the transportation Jim has provided. Mama Jones and Chrissy get revenge on Jim. | ||||
14 | 6 | "Into the Woods" | December 2, 2013 | 2.43[16] |
The family goes out for a day in the woods but Jim's fear of nature effects how the trip goes. Mama Jones and Sassy spend a day at the spa. | ||||
15 | 7 | "Little Big Stacks" | December 9, 2013 | 2.26[17] |
Jim gives Pudie a large amount of cash. Mama Jones is excited about the release of PumKásh. This episode marks the final appearances of Emily, Freddie and Sassy. | ||||
16 | 8 | "Summer's Over" | December 16, 2013 | 2.14[18] |
Chrissy and Jim go to Miami for vacation while Pudie begins the school year. Jim wants to surprise Chrissy with a dinner made by him, but first Jim learns how to cook. Mama Jones and Pudie go on adventures while Jim and Chrissy are away. While on vacation, Chrissy and Jim realize how much they miss Pudie and decide to go home early. |
Jim & Chrissy: Vow or Never
Jim & Chrissy: Vow or Never | |
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Genre | Reality |
Starring | |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 6 |
Production | |
Running time | 40-43 minutes |
Production company(s) |
Ish Entertainment Hey Chauncey Productions |
Release | |
Original network | WE tv |
Picture format |
480i (SDTV) 1080i (HDTV) |
Original release | September 1 – October 6, 2016 |
External links | |
Website |
Jim & Chrissy: Vow or Never began airing from September 1, 2016 on WE tv. It chronicles the lives of Jim and Chrissy in Miami, Florida. It was not made by the same production company as Chrissy & Mr. Jones and is not considered a part of the Love & Hip Hop franchise.
Jim's mother Nancy returns as a supporting cast member, along with new cast mates Tiffany Barnes and Freekey Zekey.
Main
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Supporting
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Notable guests
- Joseph "Pudie" Jones II (episode 5)
No. in series |
No. in season |
Title | Original air date |
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1 | 1 | "Rules of Engagement" | September 1, 2016 |
Jim and Chrissy move to Miami and decide to finally wed after more than a decade as a couple. Later, Jim gets caught at a strip club and a surprise visitor arrives. | |||
2 | 2 | "Sticks & Stones & Mama Jones" | September 8, 2016 |
A yacht party with the boys takes precedence for Jim over his first meeting with the wedding planner, which he ditches. Later, a boiling angry Mama Jones is on a mission to get answers when she ambushes Jim and Chrissy in Miami. | |||
3 | 3 | "Mama Cut the Cord" | September 15, 2016 |
Chrissy breaks down during couples therapy. Later, Jim attempts to loosen ties with his mother in hopes of putting his engagement back on track. | |||
4 | 4 | "Liar, Liar, Wedding Plans on Fire!" | September 22, 2016 |
Jim makes wedding plans without Chrissy's input. The couple argue in therapy and Chrissy faces off with Mama Jones. Later, Mama Jones is set up on a blind date to distract her from meddling with the couple's plans; and Jim sees another woman naked. | |||
5 | 5 | "Naked & Betrayed" | September 29, 2016 |
Jim is late to dance class for the wedding; and Jim's son visits the couple. Later, Tiffany invites Jim and Chrissy to a naked picnic, where a secret is revealed. | |||
6 | 6 | "The Split Track" | October 6, 2016 |
Chrissy learns of a secret that's been kept from her and the couple make a shocking announcement. Later, Jim attempts to save the wedding. |
References
- ↑ "They're Back! Chrissy And Mr. Jones To Premiere On September 24th". Retrieved November 25, 2012.
- ↑ "Chrissy & Mr. Jones + Season 2". VH1. Retrieved October 7, 2013.
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