OWN Announces Tyler Perry Drama "If Loving You Is Wrong" Premieres Its Fifth and Final Season Tuesday, March 10

OWN Announces Tyler Perry Drama "If Loving You Is Wrong" Premieres Its Fifth and Final Season Tuesday, March 10 The much-anticipated final season promises to be explosive and sexier than ever before while revealing some long-awaited answers to viewers' burning questions.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN ANNOUNCES TYLER PERRY DRAMA "IF LOVING YOU IS WRONG" PREMIERES ITS FIFTH AND FINAL SEASON TUESDAY, MARCH 10 LOS ANGELES - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network's popular drama "If Loving You Is Wrong" will premiere its fifth and final season on Tuesday, March 10 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Tyler Perry's seductive series chronicles the lives of friends and frenemies that love and live in the same neighborhood. The much-anticipated final season promises to be explosive and sexier than ever before while revealing some long-awaited answers to viewers' burning questions. Life-changing catastrophes will leave the town reeling and changed forever. "We are grateful to Tyler Perry and the talented cast and crew for giving us five incredibly entertaining seasons," said Tina Perry, president OWN. "We can't wait for fans to see the jaw-dropping storylines that are going to unfold this season. It delivers all the juicy drama like only Tyler Perry can." "If Loving You is Wrong" had its original series premiere on OWN in September 2014. The series stars April Parker-Jones, Amanda Clayton, Edwina Findley Dickerson, Zulay Henao, Heather Hemmens, Charles Malik Whitfield, Eltony Williams, Joel Rush and Aiden Turner. It is produced for OWN by Tyler Perry Studios and created, written and executive produced by Tyler Perry. Link for a sneak peek at the final season: Oprah.com/IfLovingYouIsWrongSeason5 About Tyler Perry Studios Tyler Perry Studios is a state-of-the-art film and television production facility founded in 2006 by actor, producer, filmmaker, playwright and philanthropist Tyler Perry. Located in Atlanta, Georgia on the historic grounds of the former Fort McPherson army base, the new 330-acre campus is one of the largest production studios in the country. It boasts a variety of shooting locations including 40 buildings on the national register of historic places, 12 purpose-built sound stages, 200 acres of green space, and an expansive backlot. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "David Makes Man" and "Cherish the Day." OWN's unscripted primetime programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé," "Love Goals," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

Video: OWN Unveils Trailer and Premiere Date for New Unscripted Relationship Series "Love Goals" Premiering Saturday, March 7

Video: OWN Unveils Trailer and Premiere Date for New Unscripted Relationship Series "Love Goals" Premiering Saturday, March 7 The series joins OWN's popular Saturday night lineup of unscripted series that focus on love and relationships.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN UNVEILS TRAILER AND PREMIERE DATE FOR NEW UNSCRIPTED RELATIONSHIP SERIES "LOVE GOALS" PREMIERING SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Series Features Five Celebrity Couples and a Licensed Therapist Under One Drama-Filled Roof Including: Benzino and Althea Heart, Sundy Carter and Breyon Williams, Coolio and Mimi Ivey, Dee Dee "Spinderella" Roper and Quenton "Q" Coleman, and Dwayne "Money" Bowe and Theresa Bowe Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network unveiled today the full trailer and announced premiere date of Saturday, March 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT for its new unscripted relationship series "Love Goals." The series joins OWN's popular Saturday night lineup of unscripted series that focus on love and relationships. From Irwin Entertainment, the production company behind hit series "Celebrity Rehab," "Couples Therapy" and "Family Therapy," comes "Love Goals," in which renowned family and relationship therapist, Spirit, counsels five celebrity couples who are at crossroads in their relationships. Their challenges range from fame and power, infidelity and communication issues, as well as overcoming childhood trauma. Through an intense two-week therapy program that features both insight-oriented exercises and special guests, these famous couples will face their most challenging conflicts head on, as they strive to achieve their love goals. Appearing in the freshman season of "Love Goals" will be: Benzino and Althea Heart, whose tumultuous and litigious relationship is well known to fans from their featured roles in "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta;" Former NFL wide receiver and rapper Dwayne "Money" Bowe and Theresa Bowe, who have been together for 11 years and wed in 2018; Actress and former "Basketball Wives" star Sundy Carter and boyfriend Breyon Williams; Former Salt-n-Peppa group member Dee Dee "Spinderella" Roper and comedian Quenton "Q" Coleman; Plus rapper/actor/chef and producer Coolio and his fiancé, Mimi Ivey. Series' host, Spirit, is a licensed therapist and media personality who aims to empower people with the skills, tools, and information vital to developing, sustaining and maximizing healthy, intimate relationships. Spirit was the host of Fox's, "The Daily Helpline," and XM/Sirius' nightly radio program "Talking with Spirit." Spirit is also a regular guest of HLN, "Dr. Drew: On Call," "The Bill Cunningham Show," and "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show." "Love Goals" is from Irwin Entertainment. John Irwin, Damian Sullivan and Andy Scheer are executive producers. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions," "David Makes Man" and "Cherish the Day." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé," "Love Goals," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. About Irwin Entertainment: Based in Los Angeles, Irwin Entertainment, Inc. is a full service multi-platform television production company committed to producing and developing high quality projects in the comedy, reality, and live entertainment arenas. Headed by veteran television producer, John Irwin, the company has projects on air, in production, and in development with a variety of cable, broadcast, and digital networks including VH1, HBO, E!, NBC, Comedy Central, Netflix, CMT, TruTV, TBS, Oxygen, Spike, OWN, and A&E. Irwin is the president of the company, which he founded in 2004. Irwin's most recent projects in addition to "A Little Late with Lilly Singh," include NBC's Miss America 2020, and NBC's New Year's Eve 2020. Irwin has also produced stand up specials with Jim Jefferies, Michelle Wolf, Seth Meyers and Adam Sandler for Netflix.

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Renews Four Hit Unscripted Series: "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Ready to Love," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love"

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Renews Four Hit Unscripted Series: "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Ready to Love," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love" The new seasons will air later in 2020.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK RENEWS FOUR HIT UNSCRIPTED SERIES: "LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE," "READY TO LOVE," "BLACK WOMEN OWN THE CONVERSATION" AND "BLACK LOVE" Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the renewal of four of its hit unscripted series that spotlight love and relationships. "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Ready to Love" have been picked up for second seasons, and "Black Love" has been picked up for its fourth season. The new seasons will air later in 2020. The announcement was made today by Tina Perry, president, OWN. "We are thrilled to continue building our unscripted slate with the return of these fan favorite series," said Perry. "These shows collectively tell real stories that deeply resonate with our audience, and we are proud to create authentic content that's relatable to our viewers. We look forward to keep exploring love in African American relationships." The network's lineup of unscripted hits has made OWN #1 on Saturday nights on all of television for African American women. The most recent cycles of "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" and "Ready to Love" last fall garnered double-digit ratings growth in the core demo vs. their previous cycles. On average during their most recent cycles, "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love" both ranked #1 in their time periods across all of cable for African American women. About the Series: "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" Produced by Kingdom Reign Entertainment and ITV America, "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" follows the lives of three successful and powerful couples in the thriving city of Huntsville, Alabama who are helping to revitalize the region through their individual real estate ventures. The series features longtime friends Melody and Martell Holt, Marsau and LaTisha Scott and Maurice and Kimmi Scott, whose goals are to put Huntsville on the map, but reality sets in as they struggle with the highs and lows of balancing out friendships, marriage and business. "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" is produced by Kingdom Reign Entertainment and ITV America with Carlos King, Angela Dugan, Bernie Schaeffer, Brent Nisbett and Andrew Hoagland serving as executive producers. "Black Women OWN the Conversation" In partnership with OZY Media, "Black Women OWN the Conversation," hosted by Emmy-winner Carlos Watson, features intimate conversations with celebrity guests, thought leaders and 100 Black women focusing on important issues with honest opinions and surprising solutions that put people first. The series producers are Carlos Watson, Samir Rao, Jennifer Ryan and Marion Cunningham. "Ready to Love" Record-breaking Hollywood producer Will Packer's popular dating series hosted by Thomas "Nephew Tommy" Miles explores the real-life dating interactions of sexy, successful and grown Black men and women in their mid-30s to early 50s who are each looking for lasting love and an authentic relationship. A unique twist on a typical dating show, "Ready to Love," provides opportunities for both the men and women to decide who stays and who goes as the tables turn weekly in the search for true love. The new season will take the show to Houston, Texas and is currently casting sexy singles ready to find love (Oprah.com/RTL). The series is produced by Will Packer Media and Lighthearted Entertainment. Will Packer is executive producer. Will Packer Media's Kelly Smith, Lighthearted's Rob LaPlante and Jeff Spangler also executive produce along with Anthony Sylvester. "Black Love" The NAACP Image Award-nominated docu-series from married filmmakers Codie Elaine Oliver and Tommy Oliver ("?The Perfect Guy") and Confluential Films seeks to answer the burning question, "What does it take to make a marriage work?" By highlighting honest, emotional and sometimes awkward love stories from the Black community featuring celebrity and real-life couples, this docuseries tries to answer that question. The Olivers set out to increase representation and create transparency around marriage in the Black community and first launched the show as newlyweds. They've now been married five years and are raising three sons under three years old. As their marriage and family have evolved, the show's topics have also deepened. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on http://WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

Video: OWN Sets Premiere Date and Unveils Official Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay

Video: OWN Sets Premiere Date and Unveils Official Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay "Cherish the Day" is set for a two-night premiere on Tuesday, February 11 at 10:00/9:00c and Wednesday, February 12 at 8:00/7:00c.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN SETS PREMIERE DATE AND UNVEILS OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR NEW ANTHOLOGY DRAMA "CHERISH THE DAY" FROM AWARD-WINNING CREATOR AVA DuVERNAY Two-Night Premiere Set for Tuesday, February 11 and Wednesday, February 12 Tuesday's Premiere to be Presented with Limited Commercials by Toyota Highlander Los Angeles, CA - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network revealed today the premiere date and official trailer for its new original anthology drama "Cherish the Day," created and executive produced by Emmy winner/Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay ("Queen Sugar," "When They See Us"). "Cherish the Day" is set for a two-night premiere on Tuesday, February 11 at 10 p.m. ET/PT and Wednesday, February 12 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Tuesday night's premiere will be presented with limited commercials by Toyota Highlander. The eight-episode chapter will continue to air on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Chapter one of "Cherish the Day" chronicles the stirring relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day. The narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments in a relationship that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. Xosha Roquemore ("The Mindy Project") stars as Gently James and Alano Miller ("Underground") stars as Evan Fisher. The couple meet and fall in love in Los Angeles, with the full season spanning five years in eight episodes. OWN previously announced additional cast including legendary Emmy-winning actress Cicely Tyson, as well as Michael Beach, Anne-Marie Johnson and Kellee Stewart. The DuVernay led series also recently announced it achieved full gender parity with a production crew of over 50% women, including 18 female department heads. Directors for the series are Tanya Hamilton, Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero and Deborah Kampmeier. The series is produced for OWN by ARRAY Filmworks and Harpo Films in association with Warner Horizon Scripted Television. Ava DuVernay, Paul Garnes ("Queen Sugar"), Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us"), and Oprah Winfrey serve as executive producers. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions," "David Makes Man" and "Cherish the Day." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé," "Black Women OWN the Conversation" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platformOprah.com. Access OWN anytime onWatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. About Warner Horizon Scripted Television A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand streaming marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT, "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN, "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max, "Fuller House," "Medical Police," "Special" and "You" for Netflix, "Pennyworth" for EPIX, and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic. About ARRAY ARRAY is a multi-platform media company and arts collective based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2012 by filmmaker Ava DuVernay, the company currently operates a trio of branded entertainment entities: ARRAY Releasing, ARRAY Creative Campus, and ARRAY Filmworks. ARRAY Filmworks develops and produces stories that center around people of color and women of all kinds. Feature film and TV projects include "When They See Us," "13TH," "Queen Sugar," "Cherish The Day," "The Red Line," "Venus Vs," "Middle of Nowhere," "I Will Follow" and commercial and installation work for Prada, Apple and The Smithsonian. www.arraynow.com.

OWN Announces Second Season Renewal of Critically Acclaimed Drama Series "David Makes Man"

OWN Announces Second Season Renewal of Critically Acclaimed Drama Series "David Makes Man" The series centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects and stars an ensemble cast featuring Emmy nominated actress Phylicia Rashad and newcomer Akili McDowell who plays the lead role of David.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN ANNOUNCES SECOND SEASON RENEWAL OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED DRAMA SERIES "DAVID MAKES MAN" Critics' Choice Award "Best Drama" Nominee from Tarell Alvin McCraney and Executive Producers Michael B. Jordan, Dee Harris-Lawrence, Mike Kelley, Melissa Loy and Oprah Winfrey Harris-Lawrence to Return as Showrunner OWN to Showcase a Special New Year's Day Marathon of Season One with all Episodes Airing Back-to-Back Beginning at 1 p.m. ET/PT Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today its critically acclaimed drama series "David Makes Man" from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney ("Moonlight") has been renewed for a second season. The series, produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television, recently received a Critics' Choice Award nomination for "Best Drama," a prestigious Gotham Award nomination, and has been named to several critics' year-end "best of television" lists. "David Makes Man" is executive produced by McCraney, Michael B. Jordan, Dee Harris-Lawrence, Mike Kelley, Melissa Loy and Oprah Winfrey. Harris-Lawrence is set to return as showrunner for season two. The series centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects and stars an ensemble cast featuring Emmy nominated actress Phylicia Rashad and newcomer Akili McDowell who plays the lead role of David. "David Makes Man" premiered to overwhelming critical acclaim in August 2019. The New York Times called the show "deeply beautiful and distinctive" while The Washington Post called it "one of the most original and riveting TV shows this year." During its first season run, the series ranked #2 in its time period across all cable with African-American women and reached over 4.1 million unique viewers on OWN. In making the announcement today OWN president Tina Perry said, "Tarell McCraney has brought us a gift with this series and masterfully added a beautiful new hue to our palette of dramatic storytelling on OWN. Viewers and television critics alike have embraced 'David Makes Man' and connected to its powerful message. We are honored to partner with the incredible producers and cast as well as our friends at Warner Horizon Scripted Television on a second season." McCraney said, "It was an honor when we first started and engaged with OWN to do this project and a blessing, a real gift and show of God's grace that Ms. Winfrey picked it up for the long haul." "Tarell has created an incredibly moving and powerful drama in 'David Makes Man,' and we are so excited that he and Dee will have the opportunity to continue to tell this unique story," said Warner Bros. Television's Peter Roth, Susan Rovner and Brett Paul. "We are thankful to OWN and Oprah Winfrey, as well as our producing partners Michael B. Jordan, Mike Kelley and Melissa Loy." To celebrate the series' renewal, OWN will showcase a special New Year's Day marathon of season one with all episodes airing back-to-back beginning at 1pm ET/PT. About "David Makes Man" Critics' Choice and Gotham Award nominee "David Makes Man" is a one-hour lyrical drama from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney ("Moonlight"), his first TV project. McCraney serves as executive producer of the series alongside Dee Harris-Lawrence ("Shots Fired," "Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G.") who serves as showrunner. Mike Kelley and Melissa Loy ("Revenge") under their Page Fright production banner, Michael B. Jordan via his Outlier Society Productions and Oprah Winfrey are also executive producers. "David Makes Man" centers on a 14-year-old prodigy from the projects who is haunted by the death of his closest friend and relied on by his hardworking mother to find a way out of poverty. He must choose between the streets that raised him or the higher education that may offer him a way out. Set in South Florida, the series is inspired by events in McCraney's own life and explores childhood trauma and the power of imagination to survive. The drama stars Akili McDowell ("The Astronaut Wives Club") as David, a ferociously observant, instinct-driven, passionate teenager, who toggles between two distinct personas that reflect his surroundings and metabolizes his world like a chameleon, but not without exacting an emotional price; Alana Arenas ("Hall of Passes") plays David's hard-working single mother Gloria, a former drug user with a smile that melts and while rarely home, she wants better for her kids than what they've got; Isaiah Johnson ("Hamilton") plays Sky, an enigmatic and wise dope dealer who is also David's close friend and occasional mentor in the projects; Travis Coles ("Liza on Demand") portrays Mx. Elijah, gender queer and assigned male at birth and doesn't consider herself 'trans,' but always thought of herself as both, Mx. Elijah doesn't disclose pronouns as long as it's with respect - a long-time Homestead Village resident who knows a great deal, but discusses few; Phylicia Rashad ("Creed II") plays Dr. Woods-Trap, the lithe, alive, quick-witted and intimidating teacher that is motherly yet firm toward David, seeing something very special in him and remains an advocate for him; Nathaniel Logan McIntyre ("Celebrity Ghost Stories") plays Seren, David's incredibly vulnerable best friend at the magnet school for academically gifted kids who takes a risk by revealing a painful secret to David; Cayden K. Williams ("Girls Trip") plays Jonathan "JG" Greg, David's rough-and-tumble younger brother, who acts tough in front of his peers but still needs his big brother and mom to be there for him; Ade Chike Torbert ("East Los High") is Raynan, the local drug dealer running the movements in The Ville who talks a good game about taking care of the neighborhood and running things for Sky while also attempting to connect with David the way Sky did, except he seeks a disciple not a friend or brother; Jordan Bolger ("Peaky Blinders") plays Shinobi, Raynan's second-in-command who nearly comes to blows with David, whom he resents. The series also features Tony winner and Emmy/Golden Globe nominee Ruben Santiago-Hudson ("The Quad," "Billions"), Elvis Nolasco ("American Crime"), Gillian Williams ("The Girlfriend Experience"), Juanita Jennings ("Star"), Liza Col�n-Zayas ("Proven Innocent"), Lindsey Blackwell ("Step Sisters"), Lela Rochon ("Training Day") and Nick Creegan, all with recurring roles. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions," "David Makes Man" and the upcoming new Ava DuVernay anthology "Cherish the Day." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé," "Love Goals" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. About Warner Horizon Scripted Television A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand streaming marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include Animal Kingdom and Claws for TNT, Cherish the Day, David Makes Man and Queen Sugar for OWN, The Flight Attendant for HBO Max, Fuller House, Medical Police, Special and You for Netflix, Pennyworth for EPIX, and The Right Stuff for National Geographic.

Video: OWN Reveals First-Look Teaser Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay

Video: OWN Reveals First-Look Teaser Trailer for New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" from Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay Chapter one of "Cherish the Day" chronicles the stirring relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day.

[via press release from OWN]

OWN REVEALS FIRST-LOOK TEASER TRAILER FOR NEW ANTHOLOGY DRAMA "CHERISH THE DAY" FROM AWARD-WINNING CREATOR AVA DuVERNAY Series Set for a February 2020 Premiere Los Angeles, CA - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network revealed today the first-look teaser trailer for its new original anthology drama "Cherish the Day," created and executive produced by Emmy(R) winner/Academy Award(R)-nominee Ava DuVernay ("Queen Sugar," "When They See Us"). "Cherish the Day," which is set for a February 2020 premiere on OWN, is produced for OWN by ARRAY Filmworks and Harpo Films in association with Warner Horizon Scripted Television. Ava DuVernay, Paul Garnes ("Queen Sugar"), Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us"), and Oprah Winfrey serve as executive producers. Chapter one of "Cherish the Day" chronicles the stirring relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day. The narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments in a relationship that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. Xosha Roquemore ("The Mindy Project") stars as Gently James and Alano Miller ("Underground") stars as Evan Fisher. The couple meet and fall in love in Los Angeles, with the full season spanning five years in eight episodes. OWN previously announced additional cast including legendary Emmy(R)-winning actress Cicely Tyson, as well as Michael Beach, Anne-Marie Johnson and Kellee Stewart. The DuVernay led series also recently announced it achieved full gender parity with a production crew of over 50% women, including 18 female department heads. Directors for the series are Tanya Hamilton, Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero and Deborah Kampmeier. About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and "David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platformOprah.com. Access OWN anytime onWatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. About Warner Horizon Scripted Television A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand streaming marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT, "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN, "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max, "Fuller House," "Medical Police," "Special" and "You" for Netflix, "Pennyworth" for EPIX, and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic. About ARRAY ARRAY is a multi-platform media company and arts collective based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2012 by filmmaker Ava DuVernay, the company currently operates a trio of branded entertainment entities: ARRAY Releasing, ARRAY Creative Campus, and ARRAY Filmworks. ARRAY Filmworks develops and produces stories that center around people of color and women of all kinds. Feature film and TV projects include "When They See Us," "13TH," "Queen Sugar," "Cherish The Day," "The Red Line," "Venus Vs," "Middle of Nowhere," "I Will Follow" and commercial and installation work for Prada, Apple and The Smithsonian. www.arraynow.com.

OWN Announces Additional Cast and Directorial Line-Up for Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay's New Original Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day"

OWN Announces Additional Cast and Directorial Line-Up for Award-Winning Creator Ava DuVernay's New Original Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day"
Directors Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero and Deborah Kampmeier join previously announced director Tanya Hamilton.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL CAST AND DIRECTORIAL LINE-UP FOR AWARD-WINNING CREATOR AVA DuVERNAY'S NEW ORIGINAL ANTHOLOGY DRAMA "CHERISH THE DAY"

Michael Beach, Anne-Marie Johnson and Kellee Stewart Join the Cast of the New Drama Premiering Winter 2020

Directors Include Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero and Deborah Kampmeier
Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the directorial lineup and additional casting for the first installment of the anticipated new romantic anthology drama "Cherish the Day," created and executive produced by Emmy(R) winner/Academy Award(R)-nominee Ava DuVernay ("Queen Sugar," "When They See Us"). The series from Warner Horizon Scripted Television added Michael Beach, Anne-Marie Johnson and Kellee Stewart in recurring roles. They join previously announced series regulars Xosha Roquemore, Alano Miller and legendary Emmy(R)-winning actress Cicely Tyson. The DuVernay led series recently announced it achieved full gender parity with a production crew of over 50% women, including 18 female department heads.

Directors Blitz Bazawule, Aurora Guerrero and Deborah Kampmeier join previously announced director Tanya Hamilton.

Chapter one of "Cherish the Day" chronicles the stirring relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day. The narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments in a relationship that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. Xosha Roquemore ("The Mindy Project") stars as Gently James and Alano Miller ("Underground") stars as Evan Fisher. The couple meet and fall in love in Los Angeles, with the full season spanning five years in eight episodes.

· Michael Beach ("ER") plays the role of Ben, Gently's foster father, a former gang member who works as deliveryman for the Los Angeles Times. Recurring

· Anne-Marie Johnson ("For The People") plays the role of Dana, Evan's mother who disapproves of his relationship with Gently and is not shy about sharing her reservations. Recurring
· Kellee Stewart ("Guess Who") plays the role of Ellene, Evan's well-bred, religious sister. Recurring
The directing team:

· Tanya Hamilton has directed numerous high-profile drama series for television including OWN's "Queen Sugar" and "Greenleaf," "The Chi," "The Vampire Diaries," "Berlin Station," "American Crime," as well as "Godfather of Harlem" and "Seven Seconds." Her award-winning first feature film "Night Catches Us," a portrayal of former Black Panthers reuniting in 1976 Philadelphia, which she produced, wrote and directed, was in competition for the Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize in 2010 and received an Independent Spirit Award nomination, a Black Reel Award nomination and an Athena Film Festival award for directing. Her first project, the short film "The Killers," won high praise at the Berlin International Film Festival. Hamilton is currently a fellow at the Sundance Screenwriter and Filmmaker Lab.

· Blitz Bazawule is a filmmaker and musician born in Ghana and based in New York. Bazawule's feature directorial debut, "The Burial of Kojo," premiered at Urbanworld Film Festival, where it won Best Narrative Feature (World Cinema). It also won the Grand Prize at the 2019 Luxor African Film Festival in Egypt. The film was hailed as "a spellbinding experience" and "a striking feature filmmaking debut" by the Los Angeles Times and The Hollywood Reporter, respectively. As a composer and musician, Bazawule has released four studio albums: Stereotype (2009), Native Sun (2011), Afropolitan Dreams (2014) and Diasporadical (2016). Bazawule is the founder of Africa Film Society, an organization focused on the preservation and distribution of classic African cinema. He is a Senior TED Fellow and recipient of the Vilcek Prize.

· Aurora Guerrero wrote and directed "Mosquita Y Mari," her debut narrative feature film, which premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. Her film traveled numerous film festivals, including San Francisco, Melbourne, Goteburg, and Guadalajara, and garnered multiple awards, including Best First Narrative Feature and Best Leading Actress at Outfest, and was nominated for a Cassavetes Spirit Award and a GLAAD Media Award. Guerrero was also named a Berlin Talent Campus Fellow and a Time Warner/Sundance Storytelling Fellow. In 2017, Guerrero was invited to direct an episode of DuVernay's ground-breaking television drama "Queen Sugar." Since then she has directed on OWN's "Greenleaf," "The Red Line," "13 Reasons Why," "Little America" and "Gente-fied."
· Deborah Kampmeier is an award-winning filmmaker, having written, directed, produced and edited multiple feature films. Her first feature "Virgin," starring Elisabeth Moss and Robin Wright, was nominated for two 2004 Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Actress for Elisabeth Moss and the John Cassavetes Award for the best feature made for under $500,000. Her second feature, "Hounddog" starring Dakota Fanning, was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival. Kampmeier's third feature, "Split," won Best of Show at the 2016 Female Eye Film Festival and was nominated for the Independent Vision Best Film at the 2016 Sarasota Film Festival. Kampmeier has just wrapped production on her fourth feature, "Tape", starring Isabelle Fuhrman. Kampmeier made her episodic directorial debut this year on OWN's "Queen Sugar."

Created and executive produced by Ava DuVernay, "Cherish the Day" is set to premiere winter 2020 and is produced for OWN by ARRAY Filmworks and Harpo Films in association with Warner Horizon Scripted Television. Ava DuVernay, Paul Garnes ("Queen Sugar"), Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us"), and Oprah Winfrey are executive producers.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and "David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platformOprah.com. Access OWN anytime onWatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Warner Horizon Scripted Television
A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand streaming marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT, "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN, "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max, "Fuller House," "Medical Police" and "You" for Netflix, "Pennyworth" for EPIX, and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic.

About ARRAY
ARRAY is a multi-platform media company and arts collective based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2012 by filmmaker Ava DuVernay, the company currently operates a trio of branded entertainment entities: ARRAY Releasing, ARRAY Creative Campus, and ARRAY Filmworks. ARRAY Filmworks develops and produces stories that center around people of color and women of all kinds. Feature film and TV projects include "When They See Us," "13TH," "Queen Sugar," "Cherish The Day," "The Red Line," "Venus Vs," "Middle of Nowhere," "I Will Follow" and commercial and installation work for Prada, Apple and The Smithsonian. www.arraynow.com. 

OWN Announces New Unscripted Relationship Series "#LoveGoals" Premiering March 2020

OWN Announces New Unscripted Relationship Series "#LoveGoals" Premiering March 2020
The series joins OWN's popular Saturday night lineup of unscripted shows that focus on love and relationships.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN ANNOUNCES NEW UNSCRIPTED RELATIONSHIP SERIES "#LOVEGOALS" PREMIERING MARCH 2020

Series Features Five Celebrity Couples and a Licensed Therapist Under One Drama-Filled Roof Including: Benzino and Althea Hart, Sundy Carter and Breyon Williams, Coolio and Mimi Ivey, Dee Dee "Spinderella" Roper and Quenton "Q" Coleman, and Dwayne "Money" Bowe and Theresa Bowe
Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the straight-to-series order of the new unscripted relationship series "#LoveGoals," set to premiere on OWN in March 2020. The series joins OWN's popular Saturday night lineup of unscripted shows that focus on love and relationships. Year-to-date, OWN is the #1 cable network on Saturday nights for African American viewers.
From Irwin Entertainment, the production company behind the hit series "Celebrity Rehab," "Couples Therapy" and "Family Therapy," comes "#LoveGoals," in which renowned family and relationship therapist, Spirit, counsels five celebrity couples who are at a crossroads in their relationship. Their challenges range from fame and power, to overcoming infidelity, childhood trauma and communication issues. Through an intense two-week therapy program that features both insight-oriented exercises and special guests, the famous couples will face and hopefully resolve their most challenging problems.

Appearing in the freshman season of "#LoveGoals" will be: Benzino and Althea Heart, whose tumultuous and litigious relationship is well known to fans from their featured roles in "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta;" Former NFL wide receiver and rapper Dwayne "Money" Bowe and Theresa Bowe, who have been together for 11 years and wed in 2018; actress and former "Basketball Wives" star Sundy Carter and Breyon Williams; former Salt-N-Pepa group member Dee Dee "Spinderella" Roper and comedian Quenton "Q" Coleman, plus rapper/actor/chef and producer Coolio and his fiancé, Mimi Ivey.

Series' host, Spirit, is a licensed therapist and media personality who aims to empower people with the skills, tools, and information vital to developing, sustaining and maximizing healthy, intimate relationships. Spirit was the host of Fox's, "The Daily Helpline," and XM/Sirius' nightly radio program "Talking with Spirit." She is also a regular guest of HLN, "Dr. Drew: On Call," "The Bill Cunningham Show," and "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show."

"#Love Goals" will be an exciting addition to the network's Saturday night lineup centered around love and marriage," said OWN president Tina Perry. "Spirit's healing approach to mending and strengthening relationships in this new weekly series will make for great television."
"#LoveGoals" is from Irwin Entertainment. John Irwin, Damian Sullivan and Andy Scheer are executive producers.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and "David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Irwin Entertainment:
Based in Los Angeles, Irwin Entertainment, Inc. is a full service multi-platform television production company committed to producing and developing high quality projects in the comedy, reality, and live entertainment arenas. Headed by veteran television producer, John Irwin, the company has projects on air, in production, and in development with a variety of cable, broadcast, and digital networks including VH1, HBO, E!, NBC, Comedy Central, Netflix, CMT, TruTV, TBS, Oxygen, Spike, OWN, and A&E. Irwin is the president of the company, which he founded in 2004. Irwin's most recent projects in addition to "A Little Late with Lilly Singh," include NBC's Miss America 2020, and NBC's New Year's Eve 2020. Irwin has also produced stand up specials with Jim Jefferies, Michelle Wolf, Seth Meyers and Adam Sandler for Netflix.

OWN's New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" Created and Executive Produced By Ava DuVernay Achieves Full Gender Parity in Debut Year with Over 50% Female Production Crew

OWN's New Anthology Drama "Cherish the Day" Created and Executive Produced By Ava DuVernay Achieves Full Gender Parity in Debut Year with Over 50% Female Production Crew
Women were hired across directing, writing, production design, camera, set design, casting, key craft service, costume, hair, makeup, editing, medical, set decoration, sound, grip, electric, transportation, accounting, locations and stunts.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN'S NEW ANTHOLOGY DRAMA "CHERISH THE DAY" CREATED AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY AVA DuVERNAY ACHIEVES FULL GENDER PARITY IN DEBUT YEAR WITH OVER 50% FEMALE PRODUCTION CREW

Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network's anticipated new romantic anthology drama "Cherish the Day" from award-winning creator Ava DuVernay ("Queen Sugar," "When They See Us") and Warner Horizon Scripted Television, achieved full gender parity with a production crew of over 50% women, including 18 female department heads.

Women were hired across directing, writing, production design, camera, set design, casting, key craft service, costume, hair, makeup, editing, medical, set decoration, sound, grip, electric, transportation, accounting, locations and stunts, along with serving as post-production supervisor, property master and script supervisor.

"Ava DuVernay has been a groundbreaking leader in the entertainment industry," said Warner Bros. Television's Peter Roth, Susan Rovner and Brett Paul. "By achieving gender parity on her first chapter of 'Cherish the Day' she continues to provide invaluable opportunities for new creative talent. It's this kind of conviction and commitment to inclusion that will have a long-lasting and positive effect on our industry and beyond."

"Ava continues to break down barriers as a trailblazer," said Oprah Winfrey, CEO of OWN. "Achieving a production crew of over 50% women is an incredible accomplishment and we are so proud that Ava has a space at OWN to provide opportunity for new voices and faces in the entertainment industry."

Chapter One of "Cherish the Day," which will premiere on OWN in Winter 2020, chronicles the stirring relationship of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day. The narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. Xosha Roquemore ("The Mindy Project") stars as Gently James and Alano Miller ("Underground") stars as Evan Fisher. The couple meet and fall in love in Los Angeles, with the full installment spanning five years in eight episodes. Legendary Emmy-winning actress Cicely Tyson portrays Miss Luma, who Gently lives with and cares for.

"Cherish the Day" is created and executive produced by Ava DuVernay through Array Filmworks from Warner Horizon Scripted Television. Ava DuVernay, Paul Garnes ("Queen Sugar"), Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us") and Oprah Winfrey are executive producers.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and"David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platformOprah.com. Access OWN anytime onWatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Warner Horizon Scripted Television
A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT; "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN; "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max, WarnerMedia's forthcoming streaming service; "Fuller House," "Medical Police" and "You" for Netflix; "Krypton" for SYFY; "Pennyworth" for EPIX; "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists" for Freeform; and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic.

About ARRAY
ARRAY is a multi-platform media company and arts collective based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2012 by filmmaker Ava DuVernay, the company currently operates a trio of branded entertainment entities: ARRAY Releasing, ARRAY Creative Campus, and ARRAY Filmworks. ARRAY Filmworks develops and produces stories that center people of color and women of all kinds. Feature and TV projects include "When They See Us," "13TH," "Queen Sugar," "Cherish The Day," "The Red Line," "Venus Vs," "Middle of Nowhere," "I Will Follow" and commercial and installation work for Prada, Apple and The Smithsonian. www.arraynow.com. 

OWN's Hit Tyler Perry Drama "The Haves and the Have Nots" Returns with a Vengeance Tuesday, January 7

OWN's Hit Tyler Perry Drama "The Haves and the Have Nots" Returns with a Vengeance Tuesday, January 7
Season seven brings in even more havoc than ever before with revenge, heartbreak, betrayal, death and destruction touching the lives of every character.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN'S HIT TYLER PERRY DRAMA "THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS" RETURNS WITH A VENGEANCE TUESDAY, JANUARY 7

LOS ANGELES - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today the return of its hit Tyler Perry drama "The Haves and the Have Nots," which premieres its seventh season on Tuesday, January 7 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. The popular series comes back with a vengeance as the Cryer, Harrington and Young families fight for their very existence.

"The Haves and the Have Nots" is the #1 original cable series among African- American Women total viewers. It is also among the Top 5 original scripted series on ad-supported cable.

Season seven of "The Haves and the Have Nots" brings in even more havoc than ever before with revenge, heartbreak, betrayal, death and destruction touching the lives of every character. The series stars John Schneider (Jim Cryer), Tika Sumpter (Candace Young), Angela Robinson (Veronica Harrington), Renee Lawless (Katheryn Cryer), Crystal Fox (Hannah Young), Peter Parros (David Harrington), Tyler Lepley (Benny Young), Gavin Houston (Jeffrey Harrington) and Aaron O'Connell (Wyatt Cryer).

For a sneak peek of season seven click here: Oprah.com/HAHNSeason7Trailer
From Tyler Perry Studios, "The Haves and the Have Nots" is written, directed and executive produced by Tyler Perry.

About Tyler Perry Studios
Tyler Perry Studios is a state-of-the-art film and television production facility founded in 2006 by actor, producer, filmmaker, playwright and philanthropist Tyler Perry. Located in Atlanta, Georgia on the historic grounds of the former Fort McPherson army base, the new 330-acre campus is one of the largest production studios in the country. It boasts a variety of shooting locations including 40 buildings on the national register of historic places, 12 purpose-built sound stages, 200 acres of green space, and an expansive backlot.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and "David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on http://WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. 

OWN's Hit Drama Series "Ambitions" Returns with All-New Episodes November 12

OWN's Hit Drama Series "Ambitions" Returns with All-New Episodes November 12
On average during the first half of the season, "Ambitions" ranked #1 in the Tuesday 10:00 p.m. time period across broadcast and cable with African American audiences.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN'S HIT DRAMA SERIES "AMBITIONS" RETURNS WITH ALL-NEW EPISODES NOVEMBER 12

From Producer Will Packer, Jamey Giddens, Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury

LOS ANGELES - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network's hit primetime drama series "Ambitions" from record-breaking Hollywood producer Will Packer returns for its midseason premiere on Tuesday, November 12 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT to bring back #TemptationTuesdays. The series is produced for OWN by Will Packer Media in association with Lionsgate and its producer-distributor Debmar-Mercury.

"Ambitions," which had its series premiere in June, explores the sexy, deceitful machinations of love, power and politics in America's hottest urban mecca, Atlanta, Georgia and centers around the intense rivalry between formidable legal eagles Stephanie Lancaster (Robin Givens) and Amara Hughes (Essence Atkins), ex-best friends from college who are adversaries in both their personal and professional lives.

On average during the first half of the season, "Ambitions" ranked #1 in the Tuesday 10:00 p.m. time period across broadcast and cable with African American audiences, averaging more than 1.1 million total viewers.

The midseason finale last August ended on an explosive cliffhanger when Senior Lancaster (Tony Vaughn) was murdered outside of his restaurant by a mysterious killer. In the series' return, Rondell (Brely Evans) and Evan (Brian White) team up to demand justice for the murder of their father, however, a new threat emerges to keep both off the case. Stephanie (Robin Givens) has a checkmate moment when Amara (Essence Atkins) discovers her in Titus's (Kendrick Cross) hotel room. This fuels Amara's desires to take down the unstoppable Stephanie once and for all. Bella (Erica Page) faces every mother's nightmare.

The new episodes will also feature "Grey's Anatomy" alum Mara Hall who plays Darcia Lancaster, Rondell's cousin and childhood best friend, as well as soap opera veteran Rick Hearst ("General Hospital") as Jerry Lannister the high-powered attorney and former law school classmate of Stephanie.

Catch up on "Ambitions" on the WATCH OWN App.
"Ambitions" is created by executive producer and writer Jamey Giddens. Will Packer is executive producer. Kevin Arkadie is executive producer/showrunner. Will Packer Media's Sheila Ducksworth also serves as executive producer.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," "Ambitions" and "David Makes Man." OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Family or Fiancé" and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on http://WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Will Packer Media:
Led by Hollywood producer Will Packer, Will Packer Media is a first-of-its-kind production and branded content company focused on the New American Mainstream audience. In partnership with Discovery, Inc. and Universal Pictures, the company produces episodic scripted and unscripted series across television and digital platforms, compelling content for brand clients, and short-form digital content for millennial audiences. Will Packer's films have earned more than $1 billion, with ten opening at number one at the box office.

About Lionsgate
The first major new studio in decades, Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) is a global content leader whose films, television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next generation audiences around the world. In addition to its filmed entertainment leadership, Lionsgate content drives a growing presence in interactive and location-based entertainment, video games, esports and other new entertainment technologies. Lionsgate's content initiatives are backed by a nearly 17,000-title film and television library and delivered through a global sales and distribution infrastructure. The Lionsgate brand is synonymous with original, daring and ground-breaking content created with special emphasis on the evolving patterns and diverse composition of the Company's worldwide consumer base.

About Debmar-Mercury
Debmar-Mercury, a leading media company specializing in syndication, network, cable and ancillary markets, produces and distributes The Wendy Williams Show and, with co-producer City life Productions, Caught in Providence, debuting nationally in September 2018. It has U.S. distribution rights to FremantleMedia North America's Steve Harvey-hosted Family Feud; off-Netflix episodes of BoJack Horseman from Michael Eisner's privately held media and entertainment company, The Tornante Company; as well as U.S. distribution rights to Schitt's Creek, the critically acclaimed half-hour, single-camera scripted comedy created by Eugene Levy and Daniel Levy that ranks as the No. 1 original series on Pop TV; the 10/90 sitcoms Debmar-Mercury pioneered including Tyler Perry's House of Payne and spinoff Meet the Browns; Revolution/CubeVision's Are We There Yet? (starring Ice Cube); and the Debmar-Mercury / Lionsgate Television comedy Anger Management (starring Charlie Sheen). Debmar-Mercury is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), a global content platform whose films, television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next-generation audiences around the world. 

Oprah Winfrey Interviews Award-Winning Actresses Lupita Nyong'o and Cynthia Erivo for an OWN Primetime Special Airing Saturday, October 26

Oprah Winfrey Interviews Award-Winning Actresses Lupita Nyong'o and Cynthia Erivo for an OWN Primetime Special Airing Saturday, October 26
"OWN Spotlight: Oprah At Home with Lupita Nyong'o and Cynthia Erivo" will air at 8:00/7:00c on said night.

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[via press release from OWN] OPRAH WINFREY INTERVIEWS AWARD-WINNING ACTRESSES LUPITA NYONG'O AND CYNTHIA ERIVO FOR AN OWN PRIMETIME SPECIAL AIRING SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Interviews Highlight the Actresses' Rise to Fame and How They Are Breaking Down Barriers in Hollywood

Also Available on "Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations" Podcast Beginning October 30 (Lupita) and November 6 (Cynthia)

LOS ANGELES - Oprah Winfrey sits down one-on-one with the award-winning actresses Lupita Nyong'o and Cynthia Erivo, who discuss their fast rise to fame and how their leading roles have shaped them personally and professionally, on an all-new primetime special entitled, "OWN Spotlight: Oprah At Home with Lupita Nyong'o and Cynthia Erivo" airing Saturday, October 26 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.

Winfrey and Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o discuss colorism in Hollywood and if it still exists. Nyong'o's newest project is her children's book "Sulwe," which features a 5-year-old girl who has the darkest skin color in her family. On shelves starting October 15, the picture book inspires children to love their uniqueness and to discover that beauty comes from within. Nyong'o also opens up about thriving in an industry she feels was not made for her, speaks about her critically acclaimed starring role in Jordan Peele's "Us," and shares her experience winning "Best Supporting Actress" for her performance in "12 Years a Slave" at the Academy Awards in 2014.

Then, Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo joins Oprah to talk about her starring role in the upcoming film, "Harriet." Erivo discusses her preparation to play Harriet - on a physical and spiritual level - as well as the controversy surrounding her casting in the role.
In addition, Lupita Nyong'o's interview will be available on 'Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations' podcast beginning Wednesday, October 30 and Cynthia Erivo's interview available on Wednesday, November 6.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime, anywhere on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. 

OWN Gets Into the Holiday Spirit with Three Original Christmas Movies Premiering in November

OWN Gets Into the Holiday Spirit with Three Original Christmas Movies Premiering in November
"One Fine Christmas" kicks things off on Friday, November 15 at 9:00/8:00c.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN GETS INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT WITH THREE ORIGINAL CHRISTMAS MOVIES PREMIERING IN NOVEMBER

Father/Daughter Duo Rick Fox and Sasha Fox, Marla Gibbs and Vanessa Williams Star in "One Fine Christmas" (Nov 15)
Jackée Harry and Kimberly Elise Star in "Carole's Christmas" (Nov 22)
Aloma Wright and Tim Reid Star in "Baking Christmas" (Nov 29)
Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today its first foray into TV movies with three new original holiday movies set to air over three consecutive Fridays in November beginning with "One Fine Christmas" premiering November 15 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. The movie stars Rick Fox and his daughter Sasha Fox - their first time acting together.

"We are excited to bring holiday movies to OWN," said Tina Perry, president, OWN. "This special time of year is about spending time with the ones you love, and we think our viewers are going to enjoy watching these movies together throughout the season."

About the Holiday Movies:
"One Fine Christmas" premieres Friday, November 15 at 9pm ET/PT
Marking the first time they have acted together, Rick Fox and his daughter Sasha Fox star in "One Fine Christmas." The father/daughter duo join beloved actress Marla Gibbs and fan favorite Vanessa Williams in the ensemble cast. The families on Christmas Street have been busy with their day-to-day lives that they lose sight of the importance of family during the holiday season. Haley (Sasha Fox) comes home for the Christmas holiday, but home has not been the same since her family split up. Haley's mother Susan (Williams) is working on a new work deal with her client (Rick Fox) which causes her to hardly have time for Haley or her mother Alice (Gibbs). Al (Mark Christopher Lawrence) is too preoccupied with work that he overlooks his wife Matty (June Carryl). Meanwhile, Bob (Rodney Van Johnson) and Diana's (Eva La Dare) son Jesse (Alfonso Torres Caballero) comes home for Christmas with a very special surprise. This "slice of life" holiday tale shares the individual stories of these neighbors as they celebrate Christmas Eve and find themselves unexpectedly united for the holiday season.

"Carole's Christmas" premieres Friday, November 22 at 9pm ET/PT
Starring acclaimed actresses Jackée Harry and Kimberly Elise, "Carole's Christmas" tells the story of Carole Jordan (Elise), an overworked businesswoman who learns the meaning of "be careful what you wish for" after she off-handedly wishes she had taken another path in life. When Carole's wish is granted, her world is turned upside down and the only person she can confide in is Iris (Jackée Harry), a woman she recognizes from her "past life." Carole no longer has time for the things that mattered most to her - family, friends and her annual Christmas party. She quickly learns how grateful she was for the previous life she was living. "Carole's Christmas" also stars Cayden K. Williams (star of OWN's "David Makes Man"), Bianca Buck and Anthony Montgomery.

"Baking Christmas" premieres Friday, November 29 at 9pm ET/PT
When Patty (Aloma Wright), the founder of the town's most popular and successful bakery, announces her plan to retire at the end of the year, her children step up to take over the family business. Patty and Phillip's (Tim Reid) children, Jennifer (Khalilah Joi), Angela (Leigh-Ann Rose) and Anthony (Arnell Powell), are qualified - and eager - to run the enterprise, and each has their own ideas for writing the bakery's next chapter. There is only one way to ensure the shop ends up in the right hands and that is a Christmas cake bakeoff. The gloves come off and the frosting flies as the siblings vie for control of the bakery in an unforgettable competition to create the best-ever Christmas confection. "Baking Christmas" also stars Yohance Myles from OWN's "Ambitions."
The movies are produced for OWN by Hybrid, LLC in association with Harpo Films.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime, anywhere on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. For more information, please visit www.oprah.com/own and https://press.discovery.com/us/own/. 

OWN Announces Fifth Season Renewal of Ava DuVernay's Critically Acclaimed Drama "Queen Sugar" from Warner Horizon Scripted Television

OWN Announces Fifth Season Renewal of Ava DuVernay's Critically Acclaimed Drama "Queen Sugar" from Warner Horizon Scripted Television
Current season four showrunner Anthony Sparks returns for the fifth season.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN ANNOUNCES FIFTH SEASON RENEWAL OF AVA DuVERNAY'S CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED DRAMA "QUEEN SUGAR" FROM WARNER HORIZON SCRIPTED TELEVISION

Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today it has renewed for a fifth season Ava DuVernay's critically acclaimed drama series "Queen Sugar" to air in 2020. Produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television, "Queen Sugar" has been lauded for its powerful portrayal of an African-American family in the Deep South and for DuVernay's initiative since the series' inception to hire an inclusive crew and all-female directing team, many of whom were first time TV directors. Current season four showrunner Anthony Sparks returns for the fifth season.

"Every character feels like family. Our own. I am excited to see what Ava has unfolding next for the Bordelons," said Oprah Winfrey.

"I'm thrilled to further explore the beauty, pain and triumph of this African-American family, with hopes that their story will continue to resonate with audiences who see themselves in the Bordelons," said DuVernay. "It's a real honor to create this work with Warner Horizon and OWN as their support is rock-solid and wonderful."

"Ava's vision for 'Queen Sugar' is one of inspired storytelling, and her execution of that vision has given us a remarkable series that makes us so proud," said Tina Perry, president, OWN. "Her leadership and creative spirit - including the commitment to exclusively hire female directors and establish an inclusive crew - is unprecedented and evident throughout each episode of this beautiful series. We are grateful to Ava and her entire team of talented writers, producers, cast and crew and look forward to another season."

Led by the talented cast of Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner and Kofi Siriboe, "Queen Sugar's" storylines have delved into important topics such as police brutality, addiction and recovery, and systemic racism to name a few. The series has been awarded the NAACP Image Award for best drama and for three consecutive years was named Best TV Show Drama by the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) and nominated as Television Show of the Year by the American Black Film Festival (ABFF).

"Queen Sugar" is currently Wednesday night's #1 original series across all of broadcast and cable for African-American women and total viewers. It has averaged a 1.54 rating W25-54 and 1,655,000 total viewers. The series' W25-54 rating is up +2% over last year and it's the #6 original scripted series on ad-supported cable (W25-54).

At the outset of production DuVernay established an inclusive initiative to hire an all-female directorial team. Since its debut in September 2016, 35 women have directed episodes of "Queen Sugar," 32 of whom made their television directorial debut on the series. The inclusive hiring extends in front of and behind the camera, with a dozen female department heads from casting and production design to post-production and music supervision.

The overwhelming response to the series was also evident each week on social media demonstrating the strong connection viewers have to seeing multi-faceted portrayals of an African-American family on television. On a recent episode where two characters experience separate triggering events with sexual assault and police brutality, OWN and Warner Horizon Scripted Television worked in partnership with DuVernay's ARRAY Impact to host a live social conversation #QUEENSUGARTALKS, featuring industry leaders such as Common and Iyanla Vanzant who answered questions and provided resources to those who may be personally affected by these issues.

About Queen Sugar
From award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay (16-time Emmy nominated "When They See Us" and upcoming romance anthology series "Cherish the Day" for OWN), the contemporary drama "Queen Sugar" features the Bordelon family who are fighting to save their family farm to preserve their father's legacy while navigating their own personal journeys. In season four, Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) has remained in the thick of the trials and tribulations in both her personal and professional life as she continues to battle the Landry family while also trying to ensure Micah's (Nicholas Ashe) safety and future. Nova (Rutina Wesley) has published her memoir and goes on a book tour around the country sharing family secrets and shaking things up at home. Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) is managing fatherhood and his complicated relationship with ex-girlfriend Darla (Bianca Lawson) after learning he is not the biological father of his son, Blue (Ethan Hutchison), and is encouraged by an old friend to create opportunities for formerly incarcerated men.

The expansive cast also includes Tina Lifford as the siblings' free-spirited Aunt Violet who revealed her Lupus diagnosis to her family while opening her own pie shop; Omar J. Dorsey as Violet's new husband Hollywood Desonier; and Henry G. Sanders as Prosper Denton, a farmer and longtime friend of the late Bordelon family patriarch, Ernest. Walter Perez plays Romero, Charley's new romantic interest, while recurring guest star Timon Kyle Durrett portrays Charley's estranged husband and pro basketball player Davis West. Greg Vaughn portrays Calvin, a former cop who reconnects with Nova during her book tour.

"Queen Sugar" is produced for OWN by Array Filmworks and Harpo Films in association with Warner Horizon Scripted Television. The season four executive producers are Ava DuVernay, Oprah Winfrey, Paul Garnes and Anthony Sparks. The series is based on the book by Natalie Baszile.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular dramas "Queen Sugar" and "Greenleaf;" Tyler Perry's "The Haves and Have Nots" and "If Loving You is Wrong;" the family saga "Ambitions" from box office hit-maker Will Packer and the lyrical drama series "David Makes Man" from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney. OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," "Black Love" and "To Have & To Hold: Charlotte." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime, anywhere on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. For more information, please visit www.oprah.com/own and https://press.discovery.com/us/own/.

About Warner Horizon Scripted Television
A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT; "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN; "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max; "Fuller House," "Medical Police" and "You" for Netflix; "Pennyworth" for EPIX; "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists" for Freeform; and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic.

About Array Filmworks
Founded by Ava DuVernay, Array Filmworks develops multi-platform content dedicated to deepening roots of the African-American experience on screen. Under DuVernay's visionary direction the company creates feature films, television shows and branded media. Nominated for the Academy Award and winner of the Peabody and BAFTA for Best Documentary, Array Filmworks' feature "13TH" was one of the most critically-acclaimed films of 2016. Current projects include the acclaimed series "Queen Sugar" for OWN, and the four-part series for Netflix "When They See Us," based on the infamous case of the Central Park Five. "When They See Us" recently received 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Previous productions to date include: 2012 Sundance Best Director Award Winner "Middle of Nowhere;" 2011 Image Award winner "I Will Follow;" 2008 hip hop documentary, "This Is The Life" and several network documentaries, including "Venus VS for ESPN. Array Filmworks' commissioned short form work includes "August 28: A Day in the Life of a People" for The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture as well as acclaimed fashion and beauty films for Prada and Apple. 

All-New Episodes of Emmy Award-Winning "Super Soul Sunday" Premiere Sunday, September 15 on OWN

All-New Episodes of Emmy Award-Winning "Super Soul Sunday" Premiere Sunday, September 15 on OWN
Malcolm Gladwell, Dr. Dean and Anne Ornish, Chanel Miller, Bob Iger, Joy Harjo, Suzy Amis Cameron and Pema Chödrön are among the upcoming guests.

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[via press release from OWN] ALL-NEW EPISODES OF EMMY AWARD-WINNING "SUPER SOUL SUNDAY" PREMIERE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 ON OWN

Episodes Feature Oprah Winfrey's In-Depth Conversations with Thought-leaders Including Malcolm Gladwell, Dr. Dean and Anne Ornish, Chanel Miller, Bob Iger, Joy Harjo, Suzy Amis Cameron and Pema Chödrön

LOS ANGELES - OWN announced today all-new episodes of its Emmy award-winning series "Super Soul Sunday" will premiere Sunday, September 15 at 11 a.m. ET/PT featuring thought-provoking, in-depth interviews with bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell (9/15), medical pioneer Dr. Dean Ornish, and his wife, Anne (9/22), "Emily Doe" in the Stanford University sexual assault case Chanel Miller (9/29), Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company Bob Iger (9/29), United States Poet Laureate Joy Harjo (10/6), environmental activist Suzy Amis Cameron (10/13) and Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön (10/20).

The interviews will stream on "Super Soul Sunday" and Oprah's Facebook page during the broadcast airings and will also be available on "Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations" podcast.

Below are episode descriptions:
Super Soul Sunday: Malcolm Gladwell
Air date: Sunday, September 15 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, September 18
Oprah Winfrey sits down with journalist, podcaster and bestselling author, Malcolm Gladwell. They discuss Gladwell's new book, "Talking to Strangers," where he examines his theory that prejudging people we do not know sometimes leads to dangerous consequences.
Super Soul Sunday: Dr. Dean and Anne Ornish
Air date: Sunday, September 22 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, September 25
Oprah Winfrey invites medical pioneer Dr. Dean Ornish and his wife Anne to her vegetable garden in Maui. They talk about their new book, "Undo It!," which highlights four lifestyle changes they claim can reverse both chronic disease and the aging process.
Super Soul Sunday: Chanel Miller
Air date: Sunday, September 29 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, October 2
Oprah Winfrey sits down with Chanel Miller, formerly known to the world as "Emily Doe," who was sexually assaulted on the Stanford University campus. In her memoir, "Know My Name," Chanel shares the aftermath of the assault and trial that followed.
Super Soul Sunday: Bob Iger
Air date: Sunday, September 29 at 12 p.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Monday, September 23
Oprah Winfrey talks with Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. In his book, "The Ride of a Lifetime," Iger shares values and lessons he's learned from his legendary forty-plus-year career in the entertainment business.
Super Soul Sunday: Joy Harjo
Air date: Sunday, October 6 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, October 9
Oprah Winfrey has a conversation with Joy Harjo, the first Native American to be named United States Poet Laureate. They discuss Harjo's tumultuous life, her career as an award-winning poet and her newest book of poetry, "An American Sunrise."
Super Soul Sunday: Suzy Amis Cameron
Air date: Sunday, October 13 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, October 16
Oprah Winfrey sits down with environmental activist, actress and author, Suzy Amis Cameron. They discuss Cameron's new book, "OMD," where she asks readers to commit to one plant-based meal a day to help save the planet and improve health.
Super Soul Sunday: Pema Chödrön
Air date: Sunday, October 20 at 11 a.m. ET/PT
"Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" podcast date: Wednesday, October 23
In her flower garden in Maui, Oprah Winfrey talks with Buddhist nun, author and a pioneer of the mindfulness movement, Pema Chödrön. They examine Chödrön's new book, "Welcoming the Unwelcome," where she reminds us how to connect to our basic goodness.

About "Super Soul Sunday"
"Super Soul Sunday" is the three-time Emmy award-winning series that delivers timely, thought-provoking, eye-opening and inspiring programming designed to help viewers awaken to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them. The series features all-new conversations between Oprah Winfrey and top thinkers, authors, visionaries and spiritual leaders exploring themes and issues including happiness, personal fulfillment, spirituality, conscious living and what it means to be alive in today's world.

About "Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" Podcast
OWN's first-ever podcast, "Oprah's Super Soul Conversations," debuted at #1 in August 2017 on Apple Podcasts, featuring audio from the three-time Emmy Award-winning television series "Super Soul Sunday." Delivering insight and inspiration from top thinkers, authors, visionaries and spiritual leaders to awaken viewers to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them, "Oprah's Super Soul Conversations" is available on Apple Podcasts, GooglePlay Music, Spotify and Stitcher. The podcast has been downloaded over 200 million times by listeners in over 190 countries worldwide. In 2018, Apple named "Oprah's SuperSoul Conversations" podcast "one of the best of" and "most downloaded" podcast of the year.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime, anywhere on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs. 

Video: OWN Announces October 5 Season Premiere for Its Hit Dating Series "Ready to Love" and Reveals Official New Trailer

Video: OWN Announces October 5 Season Premiere for Its Hit Dating Series "Ready to Love" and Reveals Official New Trailer
A unique twist on a typical dating show, "Ready to Love," provides opportunities for both the men and women to decide who stays and who goes as the tables turn weekly in the search for true love in Atlanta.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN ANNOUNCES OCTOBER 5 SEASON PREMIERE FOR ITS HIT DATING SERIES "READY TO LOVE" AND REVEALS OFFICIAL NEW TRAILER

Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today that the highly anticipated new season of its hit dating series "Ready to Love" from Will Packer Media and Lighthearted Entertainment will premiere on Saturday, October 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

Record breaking Hollywood producer Will Packer's popular dating series "Ready to Love," hosted by Thomas "Nephew Tommy" Miles, explores the real-life dating interactions of sexy, successful and grown Black men and women in their mid-30s to early 50s who are each looking for lasting love and an authentic relationship.

A unique twist on a typical dating show, "Ready to Love," provides opportunities for both the men and women to decide who stays and who goes as the tables turn weekly in the search for true love in Atlanta.

Over the course of its first cycle last fall, the series' Saturday average grew +78% in women 25-54 and +57% in total viewers, while driving OWN to be Saturday night's #1 cable network among African-American women 25-54.

"Ready to Love" is produced by Will Packer Media and Lighthearted Entertainment. Will Packer is executive producer. Will Packer Media's Kelly Smith, Lighthearted's Rob LaPlante and Jeff Spangler also executive produce along with Anthony Sylvester.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular drama "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," family saga "Ambitions" from box office hit-maker Will Packer, and the new drama series "David Makes Man," from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney.

OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platform Oprah.com. Access OWN anytime on WatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Will Packer Media:
Led by Hollywood producer Will Packer, Will Packer Media is a first-of-its-kind production and branded content company focused on the New American Mainstream audience. In partnership with Discovery, Inc. and Universal Pictures, the company produces episodic scripted and unscripted series across television and digital platforms, compelling content for brand clients, and short-form digital content for millennial audiences. Will Packer's films have earned more than $1 billion, with ten opening at number one at the box office.

OWN Announces Oscar and Emmy-Winning Legend Cicely Tyson to Join Cast of Ava DuVernay's New Anthology Romance Series "Cherish the Day" as Series Regular

OWN Announces Oscar and Emmy-Winning Legend Cicely Tyson to Join Cast of Ava DuVernay's New Anthology Romance Series "Cherish the Day" as Series Regular
Emmy-winner Tyson joins previously announced leads Xosha Roquemore and Alano Miller who play Gently James and Evan Fisher in the new romantic anthology.

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[via press release from OWN] OWN ANNOUNCES OSCAR AND EMMY-WINNING LEGEND CICELY TYSON TO JOIN CAST OF AVA DuVERNAY'S NEW ANTHOLOGY ROMANCE SERIES "CHERISH THE DAY" AS SERIES REGULAR

DuVernay's Second Series Created For OWN From Warner Horizon Scripted Television Premieres Winter 2020

Los Angeles - OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today that award-winning screen legend Cicely Tyson has joined the cast of filmmaker Ava DuVernay's new anthology series "Cherish the Day," her second series on the network since creating the acclaimed "Queen Sugar."

Each season of "Cherish the Day" will chronicle the stirring romance of one couple, with each episode spanning a single day. The season-long narrative will unfold to reveal significant moments in a relationship that compel us to hold true to the ones we love, from the extraordinary to the everyday. The series, which will premiere Winter 2020, is created and executive produced by Ava DuVernay through Array Filmworks from Warner Horizon Scripted Television.

Emmy-winner Tyson joins previously announced leads Xosha Roquemore and Alano Miller who play Gently James and Evan Fisher in the new romantic anthology. Tyson ("How To Get Away with Murder") will play Miss Luma Lee Langston, a legendary star of stage and screen in decades past. Gently James (Xosha Roquemore) is Luma's live-in assistant and is encouraged by her wise employer to enter into a romance with Evan Fisher (Alano Miller).

"Last November I was honored to present Ms. Tyson with her Honorary Academy Award(R), so to have the opportunity to work with this force of nature who has inspired multiple generations with her talent and grace is beyond anything I can describe," said DuVernay. "I am over the moon that Miss Tyson will bring Miss Luma Lee Langston to life in 'Cherish the Day.' Each day that she walks on set is a master class."

Honorary Academy Award(R) recipient Cicely Tyson is a legendary talent of stage, screen, and television. In 1972, her Oscar nomination for "Sounder" was only the second time in the history of the Academy Awards that an African-American actress was nominated in the Best Actress category. She is the first African-American woman to win an Emmy Award(R) as Best Lead Actress in a Drama for her titular role in 1974's "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman." That same year, she also received a second special Emmy Award(R) as Actress of the Year. Ms. Tyson received her third Emmy Award(R) for "The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All" and has been nominated for her performances in "How To Get Away With Murder," "Roots," "King," "Sweet Justice," "The Marva Collins Story," and "A Lesson Before Dying." In film, Ms. Tyson was nominated for an Academy Award(R) for "Sounder." On stage, Tyson won a Tony Award for her starring role as 'Carrie' in "The Trip to Bountiful," making her the oldest living person ever to win an acting Tony. In 2016, President Barack Obama presented Tyson with the nation's highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, for her contribution to the arts and American culture. Actress, advocate, and humanitarian, Tyson will be inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in the fall of 2019.
With a straight-to-series order, DuVernay (16-time Emmy-nominated "When They See Us") is executive producing the original anthology series from Warner Horizon Scripted Television as part of her overall deal with the studio. "Cherish the Day" is produced for OWN by Array Filmworks and Harpo Films in association with Warner Horizon Scripted Television. Ava DuVernay, Paul Garnes ("Queen Sugar"), Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us"), and Oprah Winfrey are executive producers.

Filmmaker Tanya Hamilton ("Queen Sugar," "Night Catches Us") will direct the "Cherish the Day" series premiere written by DuVernay.

About Ava DuVernay
Winner of the Emmy, BAFTA and Peabody Awards, Academy award nominee Ava DuVernay is a writer, director, producer and film distributor. Her directorial work includes the historical drama "Selma" the criminal justice documentary "13th" and Disney's "A Wrinkle In Time," which made her the highest grossing black woman director in American box office history. Based on the infamous case of The Central Park Five, her current project is entitled "When They See Us," which is streaming globally on Netflix and recently received 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Limited Series and Outstanding Director and Writer for a Limited Series nominations for DuVernay. Currently, she is overseeing production on her critically-acclaimed TV series "Queen Sugar" and her upcoming OWN series "Cherish the Day." Winner of the 2012 Sundance Film Festival's Best Director Prize for her micro-budget film "Middle of Nowhere," DuVernay amplifies the work of people of color and women of all kinds through her non-profit film collective ARRAY, named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies. DuVernay sits on the advisory board of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and chairs the Prada Diversity Council. She is based in Los Angeles, California.

About OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader. Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand and the magnetism of the channel. OWN is a leading destination for a premium scripted and unscripted programming from today's most innovative storytellers. OWN's original scripted series include popular drama "Queen Sugar," "Greenleaf," "The Haves and the Have Nots," "If Loving You is Wrong," family saga "Ambitions" from box office hit-maker Will Packer, and the upcoming drama series "David Makes Man," from Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney. OWN's Saturday night unscripted programming lineup includes "Iyanla: Fix My Life," "Ready to Love," "Love & Marriage: Huntsville," and "Black Love." OWN connects with its audience wherever they are, inspiring conversation among a global community of like-minded viewers on social media and beyond. Launched on January 1, 2011, OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery, Inc. The venture also includes award-winning digital platformOprah.com. Access OWN anytime onWatchOWN.tv or across mobile devices and connected TVs.

About Warner Horizon Scripted Television
A division of the Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Horizon Scripted Television was founded in 2006 and is one of the entertainment industry's leading producers of dramatic and comedic programming for the cable and subscription/on-demand marketplace. Series produced by Warner Horizon Scripted Television include "Animal Kingdom" and "Claws" for TNT; "Cherish the Day," "David Makes Man" and "Queen Sugar" for OWN; "The Flight Attendant" for HBO Max, WarnerMedia's forthcoming streaming service; "Fuller House," "Medical Police" and "You" for Netflix; "Krypton" for SYFY; "Pennyworth" for EPIX; "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists" for Freeform; and "The Right Stuff" for National Geographic.

About Array Filmworks
Founded by Ava DuVernay, Array Filmworks develops multi-platform content dedicated to deepening roots of the African-American experience on screen. Under DuVernay's visionary direction the company creates feature films, television shows and branded media. Nominated for the Academy Award and winner of the Peabody and BAFTA for Best Documentary, Array Filmworks' feature "13TH" was one of the most critically-acclaimed films of 2016. Current projects include the acclaimed series "Queen Sugar" for OWN, and the four-part series for Netflix "When They See Us," based on the infamous case of the Central Park Five. "When They See Us" recently received 16 Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Previous productions to date include: 2012 Sundance Best Director Award Winner "Middle of Nowhere;" 2011 Image Award winner "I Will Follow;" 2008 hip hop documentary, "This Is The Life" and several network documentaries, including "Venus VS for ESPN. Array Filmworks' commissioned short form work includes "August 28: A Day in the Life of a People" for The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture as well as acclaimed fashion and beauty films for Prada and Apple.