Dennis Redfield

JR attempts to gain control of Ray's voting shares. Bobby takes the first step towards adopting Christopher. Lucy gets upset about Mitch's friendship with an attractive older woman.

Jock's death devastates J.R.; Miss Ellie refuses to allow the will to be read; Ray and Donna drift apart because of Donna's success.

Miss Ellie learns Jock is returning from South America and plans the barbecue as a homecoming, until a phone call shocks the family.

J.R. returns to the business; Ray's negligence leads to conflicts with Bobby and Donna; Lucy's photographer friend starts following her.

JR's continued absence and Ray's apathy toward the ranch have Bobby busy trying to keep Ewing Oil afloat and Southfork running.

JR makes extravagant attempts to win back Sue Ellen. Pam is delighted when Bobby gives her a surprise present, and Cliff is offered a high-powered job.