Mona's Background

Mona Thorne, from the show Half & Half, is the oldest of three siblings: DeeDee and baby Drew. Mona's mom, Phyllis Thorne, was married to Charles Thorne before they divorced when Mona was between the ages of 2 and 4. Charles then remarried Big DeeDee and bore little DeeDee, and several years later bore baby Drew. Charles, Big DeeDee, and DeeDee lived a very wealthy life, where DeeDee was spoiled but not Mona. Mona, as the oldest, felt she was left in DeeDee's shadow, never measuring up. Phyllis has since become a therapist; Mona has since begun working in the music industry; Big DeeDee is a rich housewife re-entering the acting world; DeeDee is excelling in life (as expected); and Charles is trying to manage his family and businesses. 

Mona has known about DeeDee since she was born, but their relationship has always been rocky until they reach young adulthood, and DeeDee makes efforts to get closer to Mona. Mona resists DeeDee's efforts to cultivate a sister bond, but she eventually warms up to her after the mask of "perfect DeeDee" comes down. Mona and DeeDee navigate their family dynamic while adjusting to changes in their own adult lives, finding their career, love, and sense of self. Throughout their journey of conflict, laughter, support, and figuring out who they are, they realize their bond is one of many great resources they have built. 

Additionally, Mona is navigating low self-esteem in romantic relationships, finding her place in the world, her identity, and trying to become a Music Executive and Vice President of A & R (Artists and Repertoire) as the oldest daughter. She struggles to find real love while finding her voice in the music industry and with her family.