
Texas native Jamie King is an aspiring actor who heads to Hollywood in hopes to find fame and fortune in the entertainment industry. To support himself, he works at his uncle's Los Angeles hotel, the King's Towers. On the job, he competes for the attention of gorgeous desk clerk Francesca "Fancy" Monroe, who has made it clear that she is not interested in an office romance. Nevertheless, Jamie is determined to hone his skills as an entertainer and move into the limelight.

Jamie buys a sports car to impress a woman, only to find that it's stolen property.

Jamie (Jamie Foxx) enrolls in an acting class taught by an accomplished actress (guest star Janet Hubert) who takes a strong liking to him.

Braxton's (Christopher B. Duncan) uncouth parents embarrass him when they attend a dinner held in his honor.

The diamond ring Junior bought for Helen won't come off Fancy's finger.