Another season of Ready To Love will soon be upon us, and this time, the hunt for lasting connection lands in the City of Brotherly Love. Twenty new singles arrive in Philadelphia, ready to tackle the complicated world of dating, all under the watchful eye of host Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles. Will this batch of hopeful romantics find their match, or are they destined for another season of dramatic near-misses?
Kicking off its tenth season on Friday, February 7, 2024, at 8 PM ET/PT on OWN, Ready To Love aims to continue its track record as what producer Will Packer calls “the most successful Black dating experience in all of television.” With seven successful relationships, including marriages and children, emerging from previous seasons, the show has some serious matchmaking cred. But Philadelphia, with its unique blend of grit and charm, offers a fresh, unpredictable backdrop for these romantic endeavors.
The season premiere, “The First RTL Wedding,” features a wedding from the Washington D.C. season, offering the Philadelphia singles a glimpse of what could be. Subsequent episodes, with titles like “We Got Some Chocolate, Y’all!” and “Poly Pool Party,” hint at the mix of lighthearted fun and serious relationship-building that defines the series.
From mixers and comedy clubs to home visits and a Philly block party, the singles will have ample opportunity to connect. And with Nephew Tommy at the helm, expect the unexpected. He’s known for keeping the cast on their toes, injecting energy and throwing curveballs into the mix. Whether the Philadelphia setting brings a fresh dynamic to the show’s familiar formula remains to be seen. One thing’s for certain: with twenty personalities vying for love, the potential for drama is high.
Ready To Love airs Fridays at 8 PM ET/PT on OWN.
