TV One Networks is stepping into 2026 with intention, unveiling a programming slate that doubles down on authenticity, cultural storytelling, and audience connection. During a virtual presentation this week, the company highlighted what’s ahead for both TV One and CLEO TV — and at the center of the excitement is the long-awaited return of Uncensored.
UNCENSORED Returns With A Powerhouse Lineup
If there’s one series that continues to define TV One’s legacy, it’s Uncensored. Since its debut, the franchise has offered celebrities the rare opportunity to tell their stories directly — unfiltered, unedited, and in their own words. It has become a cultural cornerstone, giving audiences intimate access to some of the biggest names in entertainment.
After a two-year hiatus, Uncensored roars back with a lineup that reflects the breadth and depth of Black culture. Season 2026 will feature:
- Keke Palmer
- Laz Alonso
- Blair Underwood
- Anthony Anderson
- Kierra Sheard
- Tameka “Tiny” Harris
- Shaunie Henderson
- Wendy Raquel Robinson
- Wood Harris
And more still to be announced…
The new season promises raw reflection, surprising revelations, and defining moments from some of entertainment’s most recognizable and respected talent.
TV ONE 2026: Legacy Series, Expansions, and Cultural Tributes
Beyond Uncensored, TV One is expanding its slate of signature series and original programming.
Returning Favorites
- Fatal Attraction – The true-crime staple returns with more real-life stories where love takes a deadly turn.
- Fatal Attraction: I’d Kill to Be You – A new spinoff exploring cases driven by envy, obsession, and fixation.
- For My Man – Continuing to examine the tragic lengths women go in the name of love.
- Urban One Honors – Returning for its seventh year, the 2026 ceremony will pay tribute to cultural icons while celebrating Urban One’s 45th anniversary.
These franchises continue to anchor TV One’s mission: telling the stories that shape and reflect the Black experience.
CLEO TV 2026: Food, Family, and Lifestyle Front and Center
CLEO TV, the lifestyle arm of the network, is strengthening its reputation as the go-to destination for cooking, culture, home design, and joy-filled storytelling.
Confirmed Returning Series
- Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E – Tamar Braxton and Evelyn “Ms. E” Braxton return after a record-breaking debut to serve up more recipes, laughter, and mother-daughter moments.
- Just Eats with Chef JJ Johnson – Chef JJ continues to bring his globally inspired, Caribbean-informed cooking to the forefront.
- New Soul Kitchen & New Soul Kitchen Remix – Chef Jernard Wells returns with more soulful dishes inspired by family and heritage.
- Living by Design with Jake & Jazz Smollett – The sibling duo helps millennial families transform their homes with budget-friendly, stylish updates.
- Culture Kitchen with Chef Bren Herrera – Chef Bren blends her Afro-Cuban roots with modern flair in culturally rich dishes.
A Consistent Culture-First Vision
For more than two decades, TV One and CLEO TV have remained dedicated to honoring Black culture through meaningful storytelling. In 2026, the networks will continue to elevate cultural holidays and seasons — including Black History Month, Juneteenth, Women’s History Month, Black Music Month, and HBCU Homecoming — through curated content, specials, and partnerships.
Both networks are also enhancing their digital reach, building out connected TV offerings and sharpening their ability to meet audiences wherever they are.
With the return of Uncensored, a robust set of returning favorites, and a lifestyle lineup rooted in culture and creativity, TV One Networks is gearing up for a year that centers Black stories, Black talent, and Black joy — on screen and behind the scenes.