I Wonder Who’s Kissing Her Now

Joseph E. Howard sells a song to Lulu Madison, who later claims sole writing credit. Howard angrily confronts her about the deception, but Lulu seduces him in her hotel suite to deflect his protest. She then invites him to serve as her personal piano player on her tour, signaling the start of their complicated professional relationship.

Joe bids farewell to Katie, the young niece of his guardian John McCullem, as he heads out with Lulu on tour. The departure marks the beginning of Joe's rise as a songwriter on the road. Katie's absence hints at the loyalty and turmoil that will define their bond.

Katie travels to Philadelphia to stay with Joe and lies about her uncle's death to join the tour. Her presence distracts Joe and triggers Lulu's jealousy. Nonetheless, Katie remains steadfast in supporting Joe's career.

Lulu openly resents Katie's presence, trying to undermine her at every turn. Katie stays focused on backing Joe's performances, despite Lulu's scheming. The backstage friction adds strain to Joe's rising stardom.

One evening, Lulu tries to cancel Joe's performance to regain control. Katie retaliates by ruining Lulu's costume, enabling Joe to perform his latest song. The audience erupts in wild applause, solidifying Joe's breakthrough.

After Lulu fires Joe, he and Katie form their own group, working for producers Karl and Kassel. They pursue independent success and begin to build their reputation outside Lulu's orbit. The shift marks a turning point toward creative control and mutual trust.

Joe is seduced by the glamorous performer Fritzi Barrington to work for her. They achieve success together, though the partnership is short-lived as a jealous financial backer from Fritzi's past withdraws support. The collaboration expands Joe's horizons beyond his earlier partnership.

Joe and Fritzi perform a show that proves a major success, leading to a Broadway debut. They work together for a while before Fritzi retires to marry Martin Webb. The run cements Joe's status as a Broadway songwriter.

Feeling betrayed, Joe blames Katie for scaring away Fritzi, claiming her presence as understudy Pat O'Dare unsettled their rival. The accusation strains their relationship and introduces doubt about Katie's role in Joe's career. The emotional fallout echoes the lingering tensions from earlier events.

Sometime later, Joe discovers Katie performing under the stage name Pat O'Dare, singing an unpublished Joe tune titled I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now. The reveal reframes their past conflicts and rekindles their connection. The moment blends professional ambition with personal history.

Katie is surprised to see Joe again, and the two finally share a kiss. The moment signals reconciliation after a long arc of jealousy, ambition, and close collaboration. The film closes on the prospect of their continued partnership.