[s4e1] Where There's A Will, There's | A Way: Part 1

This episode officially introduces Daphne Maxwell Reid as the "new" Vivian Banks, following the departure of Janet Hubert-Whitten. The show even winks at the audience with a meta-joke from Jazz about Mrs. Banks looking "different" since having the baby.

Directed by , the episode is often praised for balancing the series' signature wit with the psychological reality of leaving home. It features guest appearances from Tyra Banks (making her debut as Will's old friend Jackie) and Michael Rapaport . Where There's a Will, There's a Way: Part 1 - IMDb [S4E1] Where There's a Will, There's a Way: Part 1

Hilary’s boyfriend, Trevor, plans an elaborate, live-televised marriage proposal during his news segment. The episode sets up this high-stakes romantic gesture as a cliffhanger, leading into Part 2 of the season premiere. This episode officially introduces Daphne Maxwell Reid as