Happily Ever After: By the end of the series, Elizabeth has gotten into a romantic relationship with David and they are seen sharing several kisses, even if it isn't wedding bells for them yet. Miss Jones and Son is a 1970s sitcom created by Thames Television. It focuses on Elizabeth Jones ( Paula Wilcox) who has recently given birth to a baby named Roland in the wake of a break-up with her previous love Alan. Elizabeth must now navigate the complicated life of a single mother, including baptisms, love, her social life, and disappointed parents. Helping out is her neighbour Geoffrey ( Christopher Beeny), who can always be on hand if she needs someone to help with her latest scheme, such as pretending to be her husband. All There in the Script: Inverted - Elizabeth's parents are named Desmond and Mary, but are only referred to as "Mum" and "Dad" in the credits. It's especially strange in this case seeing that baby Roland is at least partially named for his grandfather. Handsome Lech: John, the boss who Elizabeth has an interview with in "Baby Talk", seems more interested in charming her than in her work as an illustrator, much to her discomfort. Birds of a Feather: Both of Elizabeth's romantic interests are single parents with children much like her - Matthew was on the brink of a divorce (until he reconciled with his wife) and had a baby daughter, whilst David is a widower with an 11-year-old daughter. Additionally, David has a creative job at home, much like Elizabeth.

Series 2 provides a bit of a Retool - Geoffrey moves out of his flat and the show takes on a more romantic bent, focusing on Elizabeth's slowly developing relationship with widower David (David Saville). Miss Jones and Son is a comedy series first broadcast on ITV in 1977. It starred Paula Wilcox, Christopher Beeny, Charlotte Mitchell and Norman Bird. [1] It was written by Richard Waring and produced and directed by Peter Frazer-Jones. [2] Roger Webb wrote the theme song, "Bright Idea" (from the DeWolfe production music album, Awakening (DWS/LP 3302). [3] Storyline [ edit ] Put on a Bus: After being a main character throughout Series 1, Geoffrey moves out to be with his fiancee Ruth in the middle of the Series 2 episode "A Theme in Two Flats" and is never seen again. On June 28, 2008, WQHT's contract with Jones expired, and she returned to the airwaves of Philadelphia. This city gave Jones with the Key to the city and several mayoral awards for her community service endeavors. [ citation needed] Closet Shuffle: If the opening sequence is to be believed, Elizabeth met Alan whilst hiding in a cupboard attempting to hide her semi-nudity.Abusive Parents: Downplayed, as her parents are otherwise cordial, but Desmond and Mary do make it clear to Elizabeth how embarrassed they are that she's an unmarried mother. In January 2012, Jones developed and launched Jonesyradio.com, but due to Hurricane Sandy, the broadcast was short-lived. [ citation needed] Overly Long Name: Roland gradually adds more and more names between his birth and his christening, ending with the final name of Roland Desmond Geoffrey Alan Jones. Jones, Tarsha. Have You Met Miss Jones?: The Life and Loves of Radio's Most Controversial Diva. New York: Random House: 2007. ISBN 0-345-49748-1.

Foreign Remake: Received one in the form of Miss Winslow and Son, which lasted for a single 6-episode series. The major difference between the original and the remake is the introduction of a recurring boss character. Parent-Preferred Suitor: Elizabeth's parents were hoping that she would get married to Roland Wellington, as he had a good position with the Building Society. Elizabeth however does not like Roland, although she does warm up to him enough to name her child after him (helps that by this point, Roland had found a new love).

Jones graduated with honors from the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, having majored in classical music. [ citation needed] She also has a bachelor's degree in music from Syracuse University. [ citation needed] After graduating from college, she worked several jobs until her chance meeting of Doug E. Fresh in front of Men's Walkers shoe store on 125th st where she was signed on the spot after an impromptu audition. [ citation needed] Career [ edit ] Radio [ edit ] The series depicted the life of Elizabeth Jones ( Paula Wilcox), a young woman coming to terms with the responsibility of looking after her baby, Rolland 'Rollie' Jones (full name: Rolland Desmond Geoffrey Alan Jones), alone. Emotional support came in the form of next-door-neighbour and friend Geoffrey ( Christopher Beeny). Difficulties included the reproaches of her parents (played by Charlotte Mitchell and Norman Bird), a difficult social life, and a reduced income. [4] Divorce Is Temporary: When Matthew is first introduced in "And Father Came Too", he has been separated from his wife for a while and almost divorced. After the implication that he and Elizabeth will become a romantic pairing, "More Fish in the Sea" reveals that he had a heartwarming reunion with his wife off-screen, ending his relationship with Elizabeth in the process.