: Acts as the emotional anchor, even going so far as to "kidnap" a struggling Grace to ensure she attends her mother's milestone party .

: Jackie defies hospital protocol to keep him comfortable at All Saints instead of sending him to hospice . Thor (Stephen Wallem) bonds deeply with Wally, and after Wally passes, Thor sings a beautiful, tear-jerking rendition of "One for the Road" in his honor . Hospital Dynamics and Drama

: Despite a massive blowout argument with Jackie, he delivers the episode's standout line: "You know I can be pissed at you and still love you, right?" leading to their reconciliation . 📝 Critical Reception & Themes

: The people closest to her are bailing on her celebration ceremony . Her daughter Grace is distant, her ex-husband Kevin is skeptical, and her former lover/enabler Eddie is fed up with how she treats him .