Chapter 41: Recommit

Summary

• Elizabeth Zott announces her departure from her show "Supper at Six" live on air, surprising the audience and causing widespread dismay.
• Producer Walter Pine reflects on his first meeting with Elizabeth, noting her confidence and the impact she had on others.
• In a flashback, Elizabeth unexpectedly visits Walter's house at night, discovering that he is involved with Harriet, who is waiting on a divorce.
• The revelation shocks Elizabeth, but soon she reveals her own news: she’s quitting the show to return to scientific research.
• Elizabeth's decision is final and deeply affects Walter and Harriet, leading to a heartfelt moment between the three.
• Back on the show, Elizabeth thanks the audience and shares an inspiring story of a viewer, Marjorie Fillis, who has been accepted to medical school.
• Elizabeth imparts a final message of empowerment, urging viewers to embrace change and not to let themselves be held back by societal categories.
• Women across the country are moved by Elizabeth's farewell message and are galvanized to take action in their own lives.
• Elizabeth publicly acknowledges Harriet Sloane for her advice that encouraged Elizabeth to make her life-changing decision.
• Elizabeth concludes by asking viewers to challenge themselves and to take a moment to recommit to their own goals and dreams.
• The studio audience gives Elizabeth a standing ovation as she finishes her final show with the words "Class dismissed," indicating the end of her program and a nod to her scientific background.