Kyle Dean Massey

Alicia and Diane agree to let a famous liberal lawyer (Jeremy Breslow) aid them on their latest case, but they soon realize he may not have their client's best interests in mind. Meanwhile, Alicia's mother (Stockard Channing) arrives for Thanksgiving seeking moral and legal support from Alicia and her brother Owen. Brian Dennehy returns as Lawyer Bucky Stabler and Bebe Neuwirth returns as Judge Friend.

Rayna asks Deacon and her daughters to perform with her at the anniversary celebration of her induction into the Grand Ole Opry; Will is uncomfortable with the songwriter he is asked to collaborate with; Sadie reveals her battle to the world.

Juliette's pattern of volatile behavior continues with her breaking down during a TV interview; Rayna works to sign a rock star to Highway 65 to prove the label isn't just a vanity project.

When video of Juliette getting in an altercation with a fan goes viral, Jeff takes advantage of the situation; Maddie misses Colt; Rayna and Markus disagree about his sound.

Rayna tries to help Deacon; Jade (Christina Aguilera) throws a party at her house that turns into an all-night bash; Juliette wants to reinvigorate her career with an impromptu rooftop concert; Gunnar receives news that changes everything.

Deacon becomes frustrated when Rayna refuses to let him wallow; Scarlett is wary of performing again; Will's writing partner suddenly becomes unavailable; Sadie ends up in a dangerous situation.