The Parent 'Hood

The Parent 'Hood (1995-1999)

EndedScripted showComedy, Family

A family-friendly, early WB sitcom that chronicles the ups and downs of parenting and family life as experienced by a professor and his wife as they raise their four kids. The series, produced by star Robert Townsend, sometimes tackles tough issues such as single motherhood, gangs, guns and dropping out of school.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E11Wedding Bell BluesJul 25, 1999
S05E10Something About QueenieJul 18, 1999
S05E09To Kiss or Not to KissJul 11, 1999
S05E08Old Men Can't JumpJul 4, 1999
S05E07Integrity to BlockJul 4, 1999
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the air date of The Parent 'Hood premiere?

The Parent 'Hood premiered on January 18, 1995.

Who played the lead role of Robert Peterson in the series?

Robert Townsend played the lead role of Robert Peterson in The Parent 'Hood.

Who played Jerri Peterson, Robert's wife, in the series?

Suzzanne Douglas played Jerri Peterson, Robert's wife, in The Parent 'Hood.

How many children did the Petersons have in the series?

Robert and Jerri Peterson had four children in The Parent 'Hood.

Which of the Peterson children was the oldest in the series?

Zaria Peterson, played by Reagan Gomez-Preston, was the oldest child of the Peterson family in The Parent 'Hood.

Who played Wendell Wilcox, Robert's friend, in the series?

Wendell Wilcox was played by Curtis Williams Jr. in The Parent 'Hood.

What was the name of Wendell's mother, who was Robert's love interest?

Wendell's mother and Robert's love interest was named Kelly.

Who played Kelly, Wendell's mother and Robert's love interest, in the series?

Kelly was played by Juanita Jennings in The Parent 'Hood.

Which character in the series was known for his catchphrase "Hoochie Mama"?

T.K. Anderson, played by Faizon Love, was known for his catchphrase "Hoochie Mama" in The Parent 'Hood.

What was the name of Jerri's sister who occasionally appeared on the show?

Jerri's sister, who occasionally appeared on the show, was named Gerri.

Who played Gerri, Jerri's sister who occasionally appeared on the show?

Gerri was played by Telma Hopkins in The Parent 'Hood.

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