The series finale of The Idol, i.e., episode 5, shows us Jocelyn taking control of her creative process and distancing herself from Tedros. Disheartened by his manipulative behavior, she publicly exposes him in front of everyone. As Jocelyn focuses on her upcoming tour, there is a sudden change in Jocelyn’s personality. We also see Jocelyn asserts her dominance by taking over Tedros’ team and making them her opening act.
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The Idol (Series Finale), Episode 5 “Jocelyn Forever” Recap:
The episode opens with Jocelyn rehearsing “Tough Love” as Tedros sits in a corner. It is clear that he is no longer a part of Jocelyn’s creative process after she realizes he has been lying to her. Jocelyn is now working independently with Tedros’ people, almost as if she is taking over his identity. Nobody around values Tedros anymore, and he dissociates himself from the scene, heartbroken after Jocelyn decides to sleep with Rob. The jealousy is palpable because the previous episode ended with Tedros ensuring that Rob is punished for getting in his way.
When Tedros tries to intervene with his comments about Jocelyn’s process, she immediately dismisses his opinion and tells him to go away. They have a brief argument over how the song should go, and it is evident that there has been a complete power shift. Tedros claims that “Tough Love” is about him, but Jocelyn asserts that it is hers because it stems from a deeply seated place of trauma.
After Tedros attempts to bring her down, Jocelyn reiterates his manipulative behavior in front of everyone. She reveals how he used one of her backup dancers, Dayne, to get to her. Jocelyn accuses Tedros of manipulating her into getting involved with him and his club. She publicly exposes him as a fraudster who only wants to use her fame for profit. Jocelyn tells him that she likes his artist and they can stay, but he needs to leave immediately.
Next, Jocelyn goes to the Magistrate Record office for a meeting with Nikki. When Leia asks if she liked the song, Jocelyn tells her that Nikki loved it. The next day, Finkelstein calls for a meeting with Jocelyn about the tour. Leia, who wants to share something with Jocelyn, is dismissed because the tour is the top priority for Jocelyn now. Leia feels her value as a friend is diminished, realizing that Jocelyn has changed and become more focused on other things.
Jocelyn prepares for the 1 pm meeting, arranging all of Tedros’ people and explaining the performance sequence to them. Tedros tries to intervene again, but Jocelyn empowers them and declares that they will be her opening act. She emphasizes the importance of a successful meeting. Tedros becomes frustrated seeing Jocelyn trying to take over his team without his permission. After Jocelyn leaves, Tedros tells Xander to reintroduce himself and not let Jocelyn take over again.
Jocelyn avoids Rob’s call, who has been trying to reach her through Leia. At 1 pm, Chaim, Nikki, Finkelstein, and Destiny arrive at the house and are surprised to see a gathering of music people. Finkelstein is especially unsettled because he wants to see Jocelyn act. Tedros, still present, calms everyone down and urges them to wait for Jocelyn before jumping to conclusions.
To lighten the mood, Destiny asks Chloe to sing one of her songs, and everyone is stunned by her performance. Although uncomfortable with overt sexuality, they cannot help but love the music. Jocelyn enters and instructs Finkinstein to listen to these artists before the main act. Meanwhile, Leia receives a call from Rob, informing her that one of Tedros’ girls has accused him of rape, and he urgently wants to speak to Jocelyn. Leia tries to inform Xander but is brushed off, leaving her feeling ignored.
While Jocelyn introduces Izzak and Ramsay’s act, they are surprised that these artists have not performed officially on stage yet. This sequence highlights the exploitative nature of the music industry as Chaim and Destiny plan to exploit them, just as Finkinstein and Nikki discuss the same issue separately.
Nikki receives news about Rob’s allegations and announces it to everyone. Jocelyn is taken aback to hear the accusations, suspecting that Tedros might be involved. However, she cannot address it at the moment as the meeting is crucial to her. Xander takes this opportunity to sing, further disappointing Jocelyn, who is unaware of his plan.
As Xander sings his song “My Sweet Lord,” Jocelyn and Tedros argue. Jocelyn calls him petty and jealous and demands that he disappear from her life. When Tedros refuses, Jocelyn threatens to call the police. Fed up with him, she asks Chaim to pay him off and make him leave. Chaim intimidates Tedros by referring to the violent nature of the “Red Riding Hood” story and how Tedros is the “hunter” in this game.
Jocelyn accepts Xander into her opening act and informs Finkelstein that all of them will be part of her show. She delivers a jaw-dropping performance with her new song, impressing Finkelstein.
Meanwhile, the police arrive and forcibly remove Tedros from the house. Despite Chaim offering him money to leave Jocelyn’s life, Tedros tears the check, indicating that he still loves Jocelyn and wants to be a part of her life, even though she no longer desires it.
Finkelstein bids them farewell, expressing confidence that the tour will be a success. All of them embrace each other and depart, but Jocelyn feels distant and disturbed, possibly due to Tedros’ absence.
Leia, realizing that Jocelyn has changed and no longer aligns with her beliefs, leaves a note for Jocelyn and goes away. On the other hand, at Magistrate Records, Nikki informs Dyanne that they cannot proceed with her first single, “I’m Just a Freak,” due to problems with the writers.
The Idol (Series Finale), Episode 5 “Jocelyn Forever” Ending, Explained:
Did Jocelyn jeopardize Dyanne’s career?
Looking at this new version of Jocelyn, who doesn’t hesitate to pursue narratives that suit her, it is possible that she asked Nikki not to allow Dyanne to use the song intended for her. The purpose of Jocelyn’s visit to Nikki earlier may not have been solely to sing her own song but also to ensure that Dyanne’s offer was dropped.
What did Chaim ask Talia to do?
Chaim approaches Talia, the Vanity Fair journalist, and asks her to drop her main story about Jocelyn. Instead, he offers her a new story about Tedros and his exploitative behavior and how he tried to do the same with Jocelyn, but she emerged as a survivor and strong-headed star.
What happens on the day of the show?
The episode then jumps six weeks ahead to the day of the first show in LA. Jocelyn arrives at the venue while the others are doing sound checks. Chaim, Nikki, and Finkinstein discuss how they managed to turn things around and fill the seats, even after Jocelyn’s music was criticized as misogynistic.
Tedros arrives at the arena and asks if Jocelyn left anything for him. Not finding anything with his name, he reveals his real name and discovers that Jocelyn left a pass for him. Mauricio Jackson (Tedros) enters the venue and intends to meet Jocelyn. Before they meet, Destiny warns him not to hurt her, threatening to kill him if he does. Jocelyn finally meets Tedros and embraces him, confessing that she misses him. In a twisted way, it is clear that she still has feelings for him and dislikes being apart.
Tedros notices that the brush Jocelyn claimed her mother used on her is brand new, revealing that Jocelyn was always in control, even though it seemed Tedros had power over her.
The series finale of The Idol ends with Jocelyn getting ready and taking center stage, addressing the LA audience and thanking them for their support. The crowd cheers and accepts her as Jocelyn introduces Tedros as the love of her life.
Chaim, Nikki, and Finkinstein are left puzzled as Jocelyn refers to Tedros as the light that pulled her out of darkness and gave her a second chance. Tedros joins her on stage, and they share a kiss. Jocelyn then instructs Tedros to “go over there and stand,” firmly establishing her dominance and ending the power struggle.
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