Love, Drama, and Family: OWN’s ‘Somebody’s Son’ Premieres April 12 on OWN

OWN is turning a viral hashtag into must-see TV with its newest dating series, Somebody’s Son, premiering Saturday, April 12 at 9pm ET/PT. Inspired by the popular online hashtag #SomebodysSon, which champions the quest for Black love, this reality series takes the digital celebration of romance to the small screen—offering a heartfelt, hilarious, and sometimes dramatic journey toward true connection.

This one-of-a-kind relationship show follows three handsome, successful, and single Black men as they search for “the one” among a group of extraordinary women. But there’s a twist: they won’t be making this journey alone. Each man will be joined by the most influential woman in his life—his mother (or in one case, aunt)—who will not only guide them through the process but also live under the same roof with them and the daters.

Throughout the season, the men, their moms, and the women will experience competitive challenges, bonding exercises, and real-life scenarios that reveal whether love can blossom under the watchful eyes of family. And in true OWN fashion, the show dives deep into the emotions, expectations, and experiences of Black love, all while keeping it entertaining.

Meet the Cast:

Joshua, a 28-year-old NFL Free Agent, is accompanied by his aunt Oma, a no-nonsense nurse who raised him. Joshua’s potential matches are:

• Lexi (Tech Marketing Manager)

• Martha (Nurse)

• Chambriel (Mortgage Broker)

• Tamerras (News Producer)

In an exclusive clip, Joshua and Aunt Oma sit down with the women to discuss their love languages—and Oma isn’t holding back. When Martha shares her answer, Oma’s unimpressed reaction lets everyone know this journey won’t be easy!