The Motor City is revving up for more drama, deeper love stories, and community-driven ambition as Love & Marriage: Detroit makes its highly anticipated return to OWN on Saturday, April 12 at 8PM ET/PT.
The hit reality series, which follows five dynamic African American couples navigating love, legacy, and entrepreneurship in the heart of Detroit, brings back familiar faces: Russell and Kolby Harris, Brandon and Kristina Bowman Smith, Anthony and Dr. LaToya Thompson, Marcel and Kimberly Dobine, and Bravo and Lakeita Samuels. These couples aren’t just chasing personal success—they’re building families, businesses, and a new narrative of excellence in one of America’s most resilient cities.
In the upcoming episodes, viewers can expect emotional breakthroughs and rising tensions. Brandon returns home after a trial separation, and both he and Kristina are cautiously rebuilding trust—all while she finally puts her passion for music front and center. Meanwhile, Russell and Kolby are struggling to balance their marriage with the demands of family life, and Kolby’s frustration with Russell’s lack of support comes to a boiling point.
And that’s not all. A much-needed “staycation” takes a turn as buried conflicts erupt, prompting the men to band together against Anthony—a confrontation that could shift group dynamics for good.
The season premiere, titled “Daddy’s Home,” dives right into the action:
The kids have mixed emotions about Brandon being back
Dr. LaToya tries to reconnect with her children
Kolby expresses feeling overwhelmed and unseen
And Bravo calls out Marcel over Kimberly’s behavior at a recent event
Love & Marriage: Detroit continues to peel back the layers of Black love and legacy in a city known for its grit and greatness. This season promises even more authenticity, tough conversations, and a celebration of culture, community, and commitment.
Tune in Saturdays at 8PM ET/PT on OWN and stay with N’Style Atlanta for weekly recaps, exclusive commentary, and all the behind-the-scenes tea.
Catch up with the Harrises, the Smiths, the Thompsons, the Dobines and the Samuels:
RUSSELL & KOLBY HARRIS
Russell and Kolby Harris have been married for five years, and the couple have just welcomed their second daughter. When the new season begins, Kolby is feeling overwhelmed, and that Russell is not helping with the kids as much as she would like. Russell continues to work as a pastor and runs his non-profit, Soar Detroit, which focuses on literacy and sports, and this season he celebrates the grand opening of his new gym.
BRANDON & KRISTINA BOWMAN-SMITH
Brandon and Kristina Bowman-Smith have been married for 13 years and have two young daughters. When the new season begins, the couple have come back together after a trial separation in an attempt to save their marriage, but they are still on shaky ground. Kristina is a stylist and influencer in Detroit, and this season she dips her toe into the music scene to revitalize her singing career with Brandon’s help. Brandon is the owner of Star Factory, an artist development program, where he trains aspiring singers and recording artists. Brandon pushes Kristina to continue to pursue music and perform, but Kristina is tentative and feels she might not be ready. Kristina will also host an eventful staycation for the group this season.
ANTHONY & DR. LATOYA THOMPSON
Anthony and Dr. LaToya Thompson have been married for 16 years and share two sons and a daughter. Anthony works for a touring company and owns a production studio. LaToya still carries the load as the main breadwinner of the family as a successful physical therapist and the owner of Opulence Wines, a fact that has long caused some resentment with Anthony. A perfectionist, LaToya continues to reevaluate her work/life balance and is also struggling with the fact that her children would prefer to confide in Anthony about things. In the new season, we see her try to reestablish a connection with her children, while Anthony is busy with his new podcast venture.
MARCEL & KIMBERLY DOBINE
Marcel and Kimberly Dobine have been married for nine years and share two young children. Kimberly is an event planner, designer and founder of the Posh & Popular brand, while Marcel works in the mortgage industry. This season, the Dobines continue to clash with the Samuels.
BRAVO & LAKEITA SAMUELS
Bravo and Lakeita Samuels are high school sweethearts who have been together for 21 years and married for seven. Together, they have two daughters. Lakeita is a social service manager, and Bravo is a successful hospitality entrepreneur who owns several clubs and restaurants around Detroit. This season, Samuels ongoing feud with the Dobines comes to a head when Bravo confronts Marcel over Kimberly’s past disruptive behavior.
Kingdom Reign Entertainment produces LOVE & MARRIAGE: DETROIT with Detroit native Carlos King as executive producer.
