It also helps that he's newly smitten. The relationship combines giddy flirtation with genuine respect. Jenkins marvels over Carlton's voice and dancing ability -- she was trained as a classical ballerina -- and talks with enthusiasm about having a behind-the-scenes role in her auspicious career. Carlton, for her part, is independent and unimpressed with the trappings of stardom; as happy hanging out at home as attending flashy parties. Of his relationship with Carlton, Jenkins says, "It's like toast and jam for breakfast. It's one of those things that's always good."
