Mother Tucker

"Mother Tucker" is the second episode of season five of Family Guy, which was broadcast on Fox on September 17, 2006. The episode follows Peter's mother, Thelma, divorcing from Peter's non-biological father, Francis and dating news anchorman Tom Tucker. Peter becomes closely attached to Tucker, only for his mother to suddenly end the relationship, leaving Peter feeling abandoned. Meanwhile, Stewie and Brian are employed as DJs on a local radio st... more

"Mother Tucker" is the second episode of season five of Family Guy, which was broadcast on Fox on September 17, 2006. The episode follows Peter's mother, Thelma, divorcing from Peter's non-biological father, Francis and dating news anchorman Tom Tucker. Peter becomes closely attached to Tucker, only for his mother to suddenly end the relationship, leaving Peter feeling abandoned. Meanwhile, Stewie and Brian are employed as DJs on a local radio station, but have creative differences over the tone of the show which eventually force Brian to quit. The show received positive reviews, which considered it funny but forgettable in comparison with earlier episodes. It also reportedly sparked controversy over its use of the word retarded. The episode featured guest performances by Phyllis Diller, Gore Vidal, and Tamera Mowry. Peter's mother, Thelma, visits the house and says she has left Peter's father, Francis. In an attempt to find her a new husband, Lois takes Thelma to a meeting for single... less