Ep 9. Big Daddy Got Back

As the eighth season of Black Ink Crew progresses, the drama within 113th Street continues to heat up. In episode 9, titled "Big Daddy Got Back," tensions run high between the crew members as they grapple with personal and professional conflicts.

The episode begins with Ceaser trying to make amends with Ryan Henry. The two tattoo shop owners have had a rocky relationship in the past, but Ceaser wants to put their differences aside and work together. However, Ryan is hesitant to trust Ceaser again after the fallout from their failed business venture together.

Meanwhile, at the shop, the other crew members are dealing with their own challenges. Puma and his wife Quani are struggling to balance their work and personal lives, while Alex struggles to move on from his rocky relationship with Donna. As tensions rise, the crew must navigate their relationships with each other while also keeping the shop running smoothly.

In an effort to bring the crew together, Ceaser decides to throw a party at the shop. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when a disagreement breaks out between Donna and Alex. As the argument escalates, other crew members get involved, and the party quickly turns into chaos.

Despite the drama, the crew must stay focused on their work, and when a new client comes in looking for a tattoo to honor his late father, they must put their personal issues aside to create a meaningful tribute. As they work together to create the perfect tattoo, they realize that despite their differences, they all share a passion for their craft.

In the end, the crew manages to come together and overcome their personal conflicts, but it's clear that the drama at Black Ink Crew is far from over. As they continue to navigate the ups and downs of running a tattoo shop in New York City, the crew must learn to balance their personal lives with their professional responsibilities and find a way to work together as a team.