OWN sets Sept. 12 premiere for ‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ season 12

LOS ANGELES — OWN will premiere a season 12 of Love & Marriage: Huntsville on Sept. 12 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

The new season will continue the network’s long‑running unscripted franchise centered on a Huntsville friend group navigating personal, professional and relational challenges. The announcement comes as the series builds on recent recognition, including

• an African American Film Critics Association win for Outstanding Unscripted Series.
• NAACP Image Award nomination

About Love & Marriage Huntsville Season 12

OWN says the upcoming season will feature “emotional breakthroughs, hard truths and unexpected turns,” as the cast confronts major life changes that test their relationships, families and careers. The network teases several storylines that will shape the season’s arc.

Storyline on Martell Holt

Martell Holt marks a professional milestone by earning his builder’s license, but a new introduction to the group threatens to disrupt existing dynamics and strain his friendship with Destiny Payton. The press release notes that Holt is “celebrating professional and personal milestones,” but the shift in the group’s social circle may complicate those gains.

Storyline on Marsau and LaTisha Scott

Marsau and LaTisha Scott approach their 20‑year wedding anniversary while dealing with the loss of their first residential investment property — a setback that forces them to reassess both their business strategy and long‑term goals. Their storyline continues the couple’s ongoing balance between entrepreneurship and family life.

Storyline on Chris and Nell Fletcher

Chris and Nell Fletcher face new responsibilities as Nell becomes a full‑time caregiver for her aging father. The adjustment introduces emotional and logistical challenges that reshape their household and daily routines.

Storyline on Maurice and Kimmi Scott

Maurice and Kimmi Scott, now empty nesters, confront unexpected changes and growing concerns about Maurice’s son’s future. Their storyline explores how shifting family structures affect long‑term planning and communication.

Love & Marriage Huntsville Continues Ratings Momentum

OWN reports that the most recent season delivered double‑digit growth across key demos compared with the prior season. The show also ranked as the No. 1 original cable series on Saturday nights among African American women ages 25–54, reinforcing its position as a cornerstone of the network’s unscripted lineup.

Love & Marriage: Huntsville is produced by Kingdom Reign Entertainment and ITV America. Executive producers include Carlos King, Jordana Hochman, Andrew Hoagland, Markus Burns and Nisa Ahmad. King, who created the franchise, continues to oversee its creative direction and expansion.

OWN encourages viewers to join the conversation using #LAMH and follow the network on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube for exclusive content, behind‑the‑scenes updates and cast interactions.

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