TV One and CLEO TV recently pulled back the curtain during a virtual presentation, giving us an exciting preview of what’s ahead, and trust me… the culture is well fed. The presentation featured familiar faces we love and respect, including Blair Underwood, Chef Jernard Wells, Chef JJ Johnson, and siblings Jazz and Jake Smollett, alongside an impressive lineup of creatives and executives shaping the future of Black storytelling. At the helm are leaders like Michelle L. Rice, President of TV One and CLEO TV, along with Jeff Meza, Julia VanTyul, Audrey Cochran, Allison Simmons, and many others whose work behind the scenes keeps our stories front and center.
For more than 20 years, TV One has remained committed to storytelling that reflects us—our triumphs, complexities, joy, and truth. That mission hasn’t changed, and based on what’s coming in 2026, it’s only getting bolder.
Here’s What to Watch on TV One in 2026
UNCENSORED (Returning)
After a two-year hiatus, UNCENSORED is back—and it’s still doing what it does best. Raw, honest, and unfiltered conversations with the people we think we know. Blair Underwood opens up like never before, sharing personal moments from his life, career, and the realities of navigating fame while protecting his peace. No scripts. No safe answers. Just truth.
FATAL ATTRACTION (Returning)
One of TV One’s most gripping series continues to explore real-life stories of love gone wrong. Through exclusive footage and firsthand accounts, Fatal Attraction reminds us how obsession can take a tragic turn.
FATAL ATTRACTION: I’D KILL TO BE YOU (New)
This chilling new spinoff takes things even deeper—focusing on cases where envy and obsession become so intense, someone decides to steal another person’s life… permanently. It’s haunting, disturbing, and impossible to look away.
FOR MY MAN (Returning)
Emotional and eye-opening, this series returns with stories of women who risked everything for love. These are layered, complicated narratives that challenge assumptions and keep it real.
URBAN ONE HONORS (Returning)
Now in its seventh year, Urban One Honors continues to celebrate trailblazers who’ve made a lasting impact on culture—while also honoring Urban One’s 45-year legacy of Black excellence.
CLEO TV: Where Lifestyle Meets Culture
CLEO TV remains that go-to space for lifestyle programming that celebrates Black women, joy, creativity, and style—and 2026 is bringing all of that and more.
COOKING SESSIONS WITH TAMAR & MS. E
Tamar Braxton and her mother return with more laughs, love, and flavorful moments in the kitchen. Expect heart, humor, and recipes made with soul.
JUST EATS WITH CHEF JJ JOHNSON
Chef JJ Johnson blends cultural history, global flavors, and celebrity conversations into one delicious experience that feels personal and purposeful.
NEW SOUL KITCHEN / NEW SOUL KITCHEN REMIX
Chef Jernard Wells continues serving dishes inspired by family, heritage, and comfort. This is food that feels like home.
LIVING BY DESIGN WITH JAKE AND JAZZ
Jake and Jazz Smollett transform everyday spaces into stylish, functional homes that reflect culture, family, and modern living.
CULTURE KITCHEN WITH CHEF BREN HERRERA
Chef Bren Herrera brings together Cuban roots, African influences, and contemporary flavors—creating meals that celebrate identity and tradition.
Why TV One & CLEO TV Still Matter
Michelle Rice summed it up best when she shared, “We remain committed to representing our culture and empowering the next generation of creatives to carry this legacy forward.” That commitment shows up in every project, every voice, and every story.
As Susan Henry, VP of Programming & Production, put it, “We don’t just tell stories—we represent the richness and range of the Black experience.”
And that’s exactly why TV One and CLEO TV continue to be essential viewing.
Make sure you’re tuned in.
By Lin. Woods, Writer/Editor
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