That ice sculpture is mad prescient!

It's the last episode and it's decision time: will Scott ask Renee to marry him, or will he spend the rest of his life in arrested development? Undoubtedly, there are people who wish he had the opportunity to spend the rest of his life on Arrested Development (RIP!), but it was not meant to be.

Doc Ali and Scott meet in what she announces is their last session. Scott couldn't be more thrilled.

Dude, you're the one who hired her. Also: way to apply all those lessons you've learned on how to treat women. Doc Ali's self-esteem is undoubtedly through the roof right about now.

Doc Ali asks Scott if he knows why he's 45 and single after going through the process. Because it makes for good TV, duh. Just kidding: it's because he's fixated on the next best thing.

Doc Ali asks Scott if he's ready to marry Renee. Conveniently, he gets a text immediately that he can apparently play an audio version of. It's as if Steven Hawking himself were in Scott's Envy. Some carry brilliance on their shoulders; others, in their pockets. The text is from Johnny V, so, uh, forget what I just said about brilliance.

   

Doc Ali asks Scott again if he knows if he's ready to get married. He's not into the wedding process -- the ring-buying, the scheduling, etc. "Who the hell needs it?"

Doc Ali suggests he go prepare anyway. Doc Ali inquires about whether Renee is the right girl for Scott, explaining that she wanted to meet Renee for herself at the start of this whole process. Scott suggests doing it now. Fine. Session is over and Scott has successfully transferred his life coach to another person. Yippee. Deserves a hug, no?

And then, there is golfing. Ah, scenic bookends.

Steve and Jason golf with Scott, but Johnny V doesn't. Steve wonders where Johnny V is. Scott explains that he had to "break up" with him. In response, Scott reveals, Johnny V sent pictures of himself. Johnny V is convinced that his beauty is that enticing.

We then see Scott making the first of his possible wedding preparations: visiting a lawyer to work on a prenup agreement.

Scott says he wants to make sure that in the event of divorce, he won't be pumping gas. The lawyer suggests getting the prenup going even before he possibly proposes. How Cali. She says, point blank, "You need a prenup?" He says he'll get back to her.

Back at Scott's place, Doc Ali meets with Renee.

Renee says if Scott hasn't changed, she's gone. She doesn't have to be with a man. Is it shocking to anyone else that Scott would be interested in someone with even a modicum of empowerment?

Doc Ali wonders if Renee wants to have another kid with Scott, and Renee answers an unequivocal yes.

And then, part two of preparations for the wedding that might never be: Scott meets Cooch at a jewelry store to look at rings.

At one point, Scott suggests buying the "chromium zucchini" and saying that she'll never know the difference. Uh, she'll probably notice when you plop a shiny gourd on her finger. How dumb does he think women are?

And then: another message from Johnny. Johnny is the human equivalent of herpes: treatable but always on the brink of returning.

 

Back at the ranch, Renee tells Doc Ali of how Scott is there for her. For example, one time he cut pizza for her. Scott's generosity is overwhelming. I defy you not to well up at the image of Scott running a knife through homemade pizza.

And then, more rings.

…and more Johnny V.

   

What's more disgusting: bruising one's niz-utz, or imagining that Johnny V has a nitz-hutz in the first place? The answer is neither: the most disgusting thing is that Johnny V speaks in izzle-isms.

Scott prepares for his "graduation party," where he'll see Renee again for the first time in…a few episodes. But this time he can have sex with her! Yay, Scott Baio's sex life. You know you're invested. He talks to Jason, who won't be making it, about what's going down.

Clearly, from Scott's Gollum-like stance he'll miss his presssshus freedom. He also may demand that Renee give him a ring.

Then, the party.

Nicole Eggert is there.

As is this lovely ice sculpture sent by Jason. Aww, how…cold, of him.

Doc Ali tells Scott what a pleasure it was working with him.

Clearly, he concurs.

Whatshername and Whostheex are also there.

 

Scott says that Sue, the first ex he met with, hit it on the head when she told him that he's always looking for the next best thing. The next seven weeks were just for confirmation. Now, Scott's really, really sure.

Cooch calls Scott a "modern day Rudolph Valentino." Disagree with this at will.

And then, Renee enters. She and Scott hug as Julie looks on. Makes sense.

Julie and Renee end up talking. Scott pulls Renee away and then: ugh.

It's too bad that fence doesn't have an electric charge. No matter: there are more pressing things at hand. Like closure we actually care about. Scott thanks Renee for going through this process.

Scott hems and haws and looks around as though he's on Candid Camera. He then says what everyone wants to hear: he's ready to get married.

So's Renee!

 

Scott says that all the stress of rings, marriage and monogamy all faded away. That's a powerful kiss.

And then, the blonde bombshell to end all blonde bombshells:

So now, Scott Baio is 45, engaged and expecting a child. Who's up for a new round of counseling?

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Comments

[AZCHICADEE]

CLASSIC!

Congratulations Scott, Renee and Baby Baio!

SEASON 2 IS A MUST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[tobey]

Congratulations to Scott and Renee and Little Baby Baio!!

Scott, you'll be a Daddy and if you need more help, remember Dr. Ali, she was great.

Wishing you three the best and Dr. Ali too.

[Evie]

CONGRATULATIONS.....YEA U FINNALY DID IT I WISH U AND RENNE THE VERY BEST... I HOPE UR FROM COUCHHIO COMES AROUND AND SETTLES DOWN... HE IS DEF GETTING TO OLD TO BE SINGLE. I AM SO PROUD OF U ...PLEASE HAVE A SEASON 2 I WOULD LOVE TO SEE U GUYS AS A REAL FAMILY.

[Lisa]

This was a great ending of season 1 but a better beginning of his life! Wonder is Johnny V was ashamed and embarrassed when we watched his behavior on TV? Most girls have crushed on Scott Baio at some point in their life (I’m currently on my second Scott Baio crush) but Johnny has the biggest man crush I have ever seen. Wonder if he is secretly gay?

I can’t wait for season 2!!!!!!!!!!

[fourreel]

Renee, I feel very sorry for you. Scott does not look like he has changed that much at all, and a baby with his sense of quality of life is going to be affected by it. I say, leave him and go on with your own life as opposed to him giving you more problems. Especially with you having his baby. Let him go back to the sick-o friendship with Johnny V. because he is going to anyway. He needs alot more therapy, because he is far from done. He can't stand himself, that's why he can't stand other people. With as easy as he gets frustrated I'd hate to see him around a infant, that needs a lot of attention. He isn't good enough for you and I hope you realize that before you make the mistake of marrying him. I say, have the baby and make him pay the rest of his life for it with no visitation rights. He is a very disturbed man and needs deep therapy. Let Johnny V. and him go to a state where the two of them can get married. His co-dependent behavior isn't going to change as much as you hope you are going to be able to change him. I am afraid your going to be one very lonely and sad bride, wife and Mother. Also, doesn't he have any relatives or can't he stand any of them either? I will put you in my prayers Renee. I'm not going to bullshit you and congrad's you both. Read all the comments people have written about him. I doubt there were very many good comments written. So, you think all these people are just "picking" on him, or could they possibly be right? Have a nice Life and always keep things fourreel.......

[Robin]

As the beginning of the this whole "saga" I was wondering "Why do I really care if Scott Baio is 45 and Single." But the more I watched, the more I was fasinated. I've watched Scott since 'Happy Days' and I'm not sure he's matured a lot since then. And fatherhood...C'mon. Definitely not ready for that, but not a lot of people are. I suppose he will deal just the way the rest of us do, just with more money. Good luck to him and Renee, and the baby too, for that matter.
I will be tuning in for season 2 by the way and I wouldn't be upset if Johnny V didn't bother to show up.

[Leslie]

I've always loved Scott Baio....always. I have to admit that I was secretly hoping that he wouldn't be ready to settle down in the end. To drop a bombshell on him that she is pregnant was wrong. I did love the show and hope for a Season 2 but the finale left me curious about his reaction to her announcement. Why couldn't they have shown that? It would've been his true emotions out for everyone to see....true reality at it's best.

[Lisa]

Does scott already have a child with Renee? Or does she already have a child? I don't know where I got that idea but, I thought I heard Doc Alli say "would you like to have another baby with Scott?"

[NANCY DELIA]

congrats scott &renee. i loved the show hope there is a continuation... also im very sorry for the loss of your dad, i lost my mom 2 yrs ago its very hard , but hopfully your life is on track and a new baby will keep you busy and lots of enjoyment will come for you both. good luck........

[Clancy]

I LOVED this episode. I was assuming there wouldn't be a season 2, since it seemed as though season 1 was cut awfully short.

Renee is FABULOUS, and Scott Baio is so lucky to have her. I'd enthusiastically watch season 2 if there is one.

[Karen]

Congratulations Scott Baio! You were faithful to Renee and worked at becoming a better person. You cut the cords from Johnny-V, as you needed to. Now you can have a healthy relationship with Renee, and prepare for becoming a father. Have a great wedding and good luck with your new life.

[Denise]

Congrats TO Scott, Renee, and the Baby...But I hope it;s not a trap!!!
Good luck!
and please if there is going to be a season 2, PLEASE LEARN HOW NOT TO BE AN A*****e ALL THE TIME! Sorry for being so hard on you but...your friend is crazy, and made you look like a complete A**hole! Good Luck anyway, and I hope you know what you are in for! (She knew she was pregnant the whole time, do the math!)

[Cori]

Hi,
Well i hope this changes a lot of men here in So Cal who are passing up great women, to drink, party and sleep with as many women as they can. The real fun in life is treasuring something precious. Scott thanks you give us women hope that men can grow up. I hope you are ready for all your new challenges, and remember each day with the person you love is a blessing. All of us girls who have had crushes on you forever, are just a little bit jealous, but over all super happy. Renee! Congratulations. Can you guys find me a great guy now??? Single and sweet in So Cal.

[Jennifer]

Scott you were so worried if there was something better. You said you were not sure if you wanted to settle down and have kids. My question and advice to you is why would you even consider having your first child with a women who would not even have her first child. What mother would let her child live with someone else in another state. Just think when she gets tired of you and what you can no longer give her she will leave you and your child. I don't believe she is with you for love because her last comment to one of your ex-girlfriends was if he doesn't make a commitment in 8 weeks he is out of here.THAT IS NOT LOVE!!!!!! Be careful you have waited so long because you were scared and I don't think you realize you are walking right into everything you did not want. God Bless You!!

[Sezme]

I havr no idea why I got hooked on this show, maybe because the content actualy was quite interesting of which some I could relate to. I was to young to be an orginal Scott B Fan, and no I would not like him to be the man in my life. This mainly due to his own inwards issues and outlook on things. I think he tends to create issues that are not there, his way of not dealing with normal reality of life? Anyway my point is Scott B yes is very very handsome, great physic for a man of 45, and endeering eyes & smile.

I am not sure if this couple are right and just hope Scott puts aside his ways for the sake of his unborn child. That should be his priority now and no excuses not to grow up. I think he will make an excellent father, and if it's boy, maybe guide him to see life a little more simply and clearer that his father does. All the best

[Jessica F]

She's a total man-trap! Nobody that age with that kind of money gets pregnant on accident. They're both idiots. At least she'll be getting that Scott Baio child support check once a month for 18 years cuz he ain't sticking around I'll tell you that right now. The show didn't show him progressing at all, he still threw his little fits right til the end. He acted like he was being forced into an arranged marriage or something. He's such a douche.

[Gwen]

C'mon! We all know Scott will be a great father. He is, after all, a good dog owner, which is all the confirmation we need. I liked Renee's hair in the first episode & hated it here. For some reason, the bangs really bothered me. Good recap as usual Rich. Your take on creepy Johnny V was right on!

[Angela]

Congratulations to Scott and Renee! I hope you guys get to read this. Probably not. I loved the show. I had such a crush on Scott when I was a little girl. I had a scrap book with all his pictures in it. I even remember an interview I read in a magazine which Scott said that he he hasnt found the right girl yet. I remember yelling....I am right here! HA!
You look great at 45 and I think I got my crush back!! I am so happy you decided to settle down. You will love married life. It's like having your best friend with you all the time. Someone to always talk to and hang out with. Its a partnership and both of you have to work at it. I just hope you do love her. In the interview on-line you didnt say you loved her just that she was a good person. Can you see yourself with her for the rest of your life? I wish you both the best and congrats on the pregnancy. I cant wait to see the little Baio! Congrats and I am a fan! Hope there is a season 2!
Love, Angela in NY

[Kim SK]

I was semi-interested in the show. I TIVOed it, and was hooked! Scot was so messed up, it made my life look like child's play.

I was saddened by the way he treats his fans and former costars. But, then I saw him begin to grow. Although, it did look like he likes to control sitations and break off topics on his terms - a little controlling and weird. But, I still am proud of him and how far he came.

Poor J.V. I hope he can see the light.

Now a baby! Groovy! Instant family! Excellent! I can't wait to see how he works all that out. Good Luck.

[Marlene]

Ok - I watched out of curiosity - I was the biggest Scott Baio fan in the early 80s (every spot on the 4 walls of my bedroom was covered w/ Tigerbeat photos of him!). So I excitedly tuned into to the 1st episode, and thought "Is this reality TV? It seems so scripted, directed and pre-arranged". Suddenly in 30minutes my CRUSH disintegrated - "what a jerk!". Or was he just acting like one to get ratings....I couldnt figure it out. Johnny V - please, now that's a good actor! No one is that big a jerk except the garment center guys I work for in NYC!!
So I stuck with watching all the episodes, and was proven right when Renee announced her pregnancy (I mean, what are the chances these producers planned this whole reality show, and didnt know she was pregnant? Yeah right!) Come on, my family are pros when it comes to reality TV, THIS WAS NOT REAL or SURREAL either!!! I personally could care less about an off shoot of this show, but will be very curious to know if it gets Scott any of his "Where are they now" groupies any good gigs.
Sorry guys, but I really wanted to love Scott and all of you each week, like we loved the Osbournes, the Hogans and even "The Girls Next Door"!

[Marlene]

Ok - I watched out of curiosity - I was the biggest Scott Baio fan in the early 80s (every spot on the 4 walls of my bedroom was covered w/ Tigerbeat photos of him!). So I excitedly tuned into to the 1st episode, and thought "Is this reality TV? It seems so scripted, directed and pre-arranged". Suddenly in 30minutes my CRUSH disintegrated - "what a jerk!". Or was he just acting like one to get ratings....I couldnt figure it out. Johnny V - please, now that's a good actor! No one is that big a jerk except the garment center guys I work for in NYC!!
So I stuck with watching all the episodes, and was proven right when Renee announced her pregnancy (I mean, what are the chances these producers planned this whole reality show, and didnt know she was pregnant? Yeah right!) Come on, my family are pros when it comes to reality TV, THIS WAS NOT REAL or SURREAL either!!! I personally could care less about an off shoot of this show, but will be very curious to know if it gets Scott any of his "Where are they now" groupies any good gigs.
Sorry guys, but I really wanted to love Scott and all of you each week, like we loved the Osbournes, the Hogans and even "The Girls Next Door"!

[Claudia]

I would like to see more such nice pics of Nicole Eggert!!!

[JESSICA JIJON]

HI!

I JUST WANTED TO SAY I CAN'T BELIEVE THE SHOW I SEE OF SCOTT BAIO! BEING ALONE IS NOT FUN YEAH YOU CAN HAVE FRIENDS AND FAMILY BUT HAVING A COMPANIONSHIP IN YOUR ARMS IS EXTREMELY JOYFUL AND COMFORTING. I AM A SINGLE MOM I HAVE A 11 YEAR OLD BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER AIMEE AND SHE BRINGS HAPPINESS TO MY LIFE NO MAN CAN'T TAKE MY HEART FROM THAT LET ME TELL YOU. SCOTT YOU ARE A NEW DADDY AND IT TIME FOR YOU TO WAKE UP AND SMELL THE COFFEE DUDE LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO MESS THINGS UP THAT LITTLE GIRL WILL LOVE YOU FOR NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO OR SAY REMEMBER THAT
RENEE YOU HAVE ALOT OF GUTS TO BE WITH SCOTT HE IS DEFINITELY STUBBORN
I LOVED YOU SCOTT SINCE I WAS A TEENEAGER AND YOUR A GREAT ACTOR NOW IT'S TIME TO BE A GREAT FATHER! I HAVE A WONDERFUL MAN IN MY LIFE HE IS FANTASTIC GREAT LOOKING ITALIAN AND IS A FATHER OF 3 GIRLS IAMAGINE THAT!
HE IS 46 YEARS OLD AND STILL GOING!
HE LOVES ALL GIRLS IN HIS LIFE ALL 6 OF US CRAZY HUH!
TALK TO YA SOON TAKE CARE!

[V Mangin]

Really who cares about Scott Baio and his personal life, geeshpeople need to have less free time. Go do something more productive and worth while. Try not wasting another minute on a tv show that a has been actor is doing, so he can make some more money. HELLO HAPPY DAYs is gone and over move on!!!

[Lucia]

Bieng a HUGE Baio fan back in the day! I have to say seing you in his reality series confirms why I thought you was so charming and captivating. I could honestly say I would have loved to hang out and be friends with this super cool guy who in all honestly appears pretty down to earth and REAL! As for you not like being associated with the whole happy days thing I found it hard to believe that you hated the meeting the fans thing. About 25 years ago you came to Vancouver BC to a car show.. you singned my album,accepted a little gift and fan letter from me and were super gracious. I had met other "stars" throughout the years but you were the only one who seemed real and truly happy to meet your fans..... I think you are still super cool and think that if you want to,can make an excellent husband and father!