Brandon Leaves

what happens

Brandon announces that he has accepted a job with the Washington bureau of the New York Chronicle. Kelly and Donna prepare to open their store, Now Wear This. Brandon becomes unnerved by the realization that Kelly is getting on with her life, and feels threatened by Matt's presence. Kelly meets with Leah, who explains that she returned to Lenny after learning that she was pregnant, but left again when he threatened her life. Although Kelly insists that she doesn't need his help, Brandon writes a story about the custody case. Brandon decides that he wants to stay in Los Angeles, but Kelly urges him to take the job and pursue his dreams. The gang throws a surprise going-away party for Brandon. Before departing, he convinces his parents to let Steve, Val and Noah stay in the house. Donna turns to Matt for comfort as she and Noah drift further apart. Valerie seeks legal advice from Matt. She explains that the killing was an accident, but Matt warns that a jury may not agree. Abby tells Val

who made it

directed

Christopher Hibler

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Jason Priestley as Brandon Walsh
• Tiffani Thiessen as Valerie Malone
• Christopher Daniel Barnes as Lenny
• Laura Leighton as Sophie Burns
• Michelle Phillips as Abby Malone
• J. Robin Miller as Leah
• Zeus Mendoza as Eric
• JJeffrey Broadhurst as Guest