Bessie’s boyfriend, Bodie, left for a chef job in Philadelphia but later returned to be with her and their child.
In the TV show “Dawson’s Creek,” Bessie Potter, Joey Potter’s older sister, has a boyfriend named Bodie Wells. He is introduced as the father of Bessie’s baby, Alexander, and is a recurring character throughout the series. Bodie is a chef and, at one point, he leaves Capeside to take a job opportunity in Philadelphia. This departure is a source of tension and difficulty for Bessie, as she is left to take care of their child and the family business, the Potter B&B, on her own.
However, Bodie’s absence is not permanent. He returns to Capeside to be with Bessie and their son, showing his commitment to their family. The show does not focus heavily on Bessie and Bodie’s relationship, as the main storyline revolves around the younger characters, but it does provide a backdrop of stability and family life that contrasts with the often tumultuous relationships of the main cast. Throughout the series, Bodie is portrayed as a supportive partner and a loving father, and his relationship with Bessie remains intact.