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Helen Decatur is a fictional character portrayed by Heather Headley in the TV series Sweet Magnolias.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pour It Out (season 1), they were 45 years old.
They appear in all 30 aired episodes so far and have accumulated 25239 positive votes.
The character of Helen Decatur is mainly associated with Maddie Townsend, Dana Sue Sullivan and Bill Townsend.

Helen Decatur

by Heather Headley

character

Episodes30

  • 7.1
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    Pour It Out

    episode S1.E1 may 2020
    While one of the friends goes through a divorce after her husband's infidelity, the three think about going into a new business venture; meanwhile, their children are navigating their way through a small town.
  • 7.5
    /10

    A United Front

    episode S1.E2 may 2020
    Maddie confers with Coach Cal about Tyler's struggles on and off the baseball field; Helen works to put a devastated family back together; Dana-Sue deals with kitchen problems at Sullivan's.
  • 7.5
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    Give Drink to the Thirsty

    episode S1.E3 may 2020
    The Sweet Magnolias spa renovations threaten to delay the grand opening;l Dana-Sue continues to stress at work and at home, while Maddie strikes a deal with Bill; Kyle opens up to his stepmother-to-be, Noreen.
  • 7.6
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    Lay It All Down

    episode S1.E4 may 2020
    Small-town gossip about Maddie and her new friend spreads through Serenity; Dana Sue takes a legal threat personally.
  • 7.9
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    Dance First, Think Later

    episode S1.E5 may 2020
    Sweet Magnolias prepare for their spa's grand opening, which is the same night as the baseball team's fundraiser.
  • 7.7
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    All Best Intentions

    episode S1.E6 may 2020
    Maddie is worried about prying eyes when she's with Cal, a humiliated Annie feels betrayed by Tyler, and Bill surprises the kids with a special request.
  • 7.7
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    Hold My Hand

    episode S1.E7 may 2020
    Maddie's coziness with Cal causes complications, Helen fights for a mock trial student, Noreen receives a welcome visitor, and Erik bonds with Isaac.
  • 8
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    What Fools These Mortals Be

    episode S1.E8 may 2020
    While Bill makes a series of bad decisions that impact those closer to him, Noreen (Jamie Lynn Spears) attends Kyle's school play. Maddie takes a big step forward in her relationship with Coach Cal.
  • 7.9
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    Where You Find Me

    episode S1.E9 may 2020
    The morning of the mock trials, Kyle's behavior worries those around him, meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer.
  • 8.2
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    Storms and Rainbows

    episode S1.E10 may 2020
    As prom night approaches for Serenity High's students, the Sweet Magnolias prepare for change: Maddie comes to a decision about Cal, Dana Sue scrambles to secure her future, and Helen calls an emergency Margarita session.
  • 7.4
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    Casseroles and Casualties

    episode S2.E1 february 2022
    In the waiting room, the families gather for news from the doctors, and Ty's plans for the season change. Over margaritas, Helen shares an announcement.
  • 7.4
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    So Much to Say

    episode S2.E2 february 2022
    Helen helps Isaac in his search for answers, Dana Sue's restaurant hits a financial hiccup, and Maddie tries to find out what happened with her son.
  • 7.4
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    The More Things Change

    episode S2.E3 february 2022
    While Coach Cal and Ty work through disappointments, a new kind of heartbreak hits Helen, and Dana Sue gets a late-night visitor on her front porch.
  • 7.4
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    Walk of Faith

    episode S2.E4 february 2022
    The questions keep coming as Maddie investigates the lot behind the spa and Helen looks for clues in what Isaac's birth mother left behind.
  • 7.4
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    Great Expectations

    episode S2.E5 february 2022
    Dana Sue's relationships become the talk of Serenity social media. Maddie uncovers who's behind the town's parking problem - bless their hearts.
  • 7.7
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    Find It in Your Heart

    episode S2.E6 february 2022
    When the mayor won't see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk about.
  • 7.6
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    Fragile Things

    episode S2.E7 february 2022
    New beginnings abound as Serentiy welcomes Noreen's baby, Isaac's birth mother tells him her whole story, and Erik reveals his painful past to Helen.
  • 7.7
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    The Rules of the Game

    episode S2.E8 february 2022
    As the recall petition quickly picks up steam, Maddie and Cal attend a black-tie charity fundraiser and Ronnie presses Dana Sue to make up her mind.
  • 7.8
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    Dear Heart

    episode S2.E9 february 2022
    Friends gather to plan a celebration of life. Meanwhile, counseling is off to a rocky start for Ronnie and Dana Sue, and Isaac meets his birth father.
  • 7.6
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    If Thou Wilt, Remember

    episode S2.E10 february 2022
    More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal's past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing decision.
  • 7.6
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    Meaning to Tell You

    episode S3.E1 july 2023
    After the incident at the restaurant, an unlikely ally offers to help Cal. Helen shares her painful secret and Maddie grills Ty about a rumor.
  • 7.5
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    Meet Me Where I Am

    episode S3.E2 july 2023
    Erik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan a party.
  • 7.7
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    The Searchers

    episode S3.E3 july 2023
    The competition heats up and the friendly trash talk flies as Serenity gathers for the Forager Festival. A vengeful Kathy cooks up a couple of schemes.
  • 7.6
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    Be Bold

    episode S3.E4 july 2023
    Peggy digs into the mayor's activities after his announcement. Dana Sue learns the reason behind Miss Frances' gift. Helen gives CeCe another option.
  • 7.6
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    On This Foundation

    episode S3.E5 july 2023
    Mary Vaughn drops a bombshell on Bill and Kyle. Annie has the shindig of her dreams - until a party crasher arrives. Erik meets a Serenity newcomer.
  • 7.7
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    And a Star to Steer Her By

    episode S3.E6 july 2023
    Friends rally around Harlan after a crisis. Maddie and Dana Sue hire an esthetician. While at odds with the Magnolias, Helen receives heartbreaking news.
  • 7.7
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    Somebody I'm Longing to See

    episode S3.E7 july 2023
    A devastated Helen finds comfort in her family away from Serenity. Bill hopes to be more involved in Rebecca's life. Dana Sue walks into a total mess.
  • 7.9
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    Beat Me at My Own Game

    episode S3.E8 july 2023
    Ronnie gives Kathy what she wants, but it comes at a steep price. Erik meets Jeremy and comes to a realization. The kids rally to restore a playground.
  • 7.8
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    A Game of Telephone

    episode S3.E9 july 2023
    An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of party plans.
  • 8.3
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    Save My Place

    episode S3.E10 july 2023
    An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of party plans.

Best moments10

  • 7.4
    /10
    79% of the votes

    The More Things Change

    episode S2.E3 february 2022
    While Coach Cal and Ty work through disappointments, a new kind of heartbreak hits Helen, and Dana Sue gets a late-night visitor on her front porch.
  • 7.9
    /10
    53% of the votes

    Where You Find Me

    episode S1.E9 may 2020
    The morning of the mock trials, Kyle's behavior worries those around him, meanwhile, Dana Sue sparks a connection with a handsome farmer.
  • 7.7
    /10
    35% of the votes

    Find It in Your Heart

    episode S2.E6 february 2022
    When the mayor won't see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk about.
  • 7.5
    /10
    32% of the votes

    A United Front

    episode S1.E2 may 2020
    Maddie confers with Coach Cal about Tyler's struggles on and off the baseball field; Helen works to put a devastated family back together; Dana-Sue deals with kitchen problems at Sullivan's.
  • 7.4
    /10
    23% of the votes

    So Much to Say

    episode S2.E2 february 2022
    Helen helps Isaac in his search for answers, Dana Sue's restaurant hits a financial hiccup, and Maddie tries to find out what happened with her son.
  • 7.4
    /10
    22% of the votes

    Casseroles and Casualties

    episode S2.E1 february 2022
    In the waiting room, the families gather for news from the doctors, and Ty's plans for the season change. Over margaritas, Helen shares an announcement.
  • 7.1
    /10
    19% of the votes

    Pour It Out

    episode S1.E1 may 2020
    While one of the friends goes through a divorce after her husband's infidelity, the three think about going into a new business venture; meanwhile, their children are navigating their way through a small town.
  • 7.6
    /10
    18% of the votes

    Lay It All Down

    episode S1.E4 may 2020
    Small-town gossip about Maddie and her new friend spreads through Serenity; Dana Sue takes a legal threat personally.
  • 7.7
    /10
    14% of the votes

    The Rules of the Game

    episode S2.E8 february 2022
    As the recall petition quickly picks up steam, Maddie and Cal attend a black-tie charity fundraiser and Ronnie presses Dana Sue to make up her mind.
  • 8.2
    /10
    13% of the votes

    Storms and Rainbows

    episode S1.E10 may 2020
    As prom night approaches for Serenity High's students, the Sweet Magnolias prepare for change: Maddie comes to a decision about Cal, Dana Sue scrambles to secure her future, and Helen calls an emergency Margarita session.

Votes per episode

1.9K
E1
2.6K
E2
899
E3
1.3K
E4
181
E5
158
E6
844
E7
165
E8
3.9K
E9
1.2K
E10
1.3K
E1
1.2K
E2
4K
E3
489
E4
550
E5
1.5K
E6
420
E7
585
E8
400
E9
377
E10
351
E1
175
E2
61
E3
145
E4
60
E5
278
E6
131
E7
57
E8
72
E9
99
E10