Andy embraces his role as a portrait painter for the rich and famous. But discontent — and disco-era hedonism — tears apart his life with Jed Johnson.

Fantasy propels Andy into the world of modeling and TV — and a relationship with the closeted Jon Gould — leading to explorations of drag and identity.

The '80s take off, and graffiti artists inspired by pop art energize New York. Andy forms a close, fruitful friendship with Jean-Michel Basquiat.

Andy edges into the mainstream via "Saturday Night Live" and "The Love Boat" while a collaboration deals a blow to his connection with Jean-Michel.

As HIV/AIDS hits NYC hard, Andy accepts a commission honoring "The Last Supper." The series takes on new resonance when he dies soon after the opening.