OWN Has Renewed Put a Ring on It for Two Seasons
The network ordered 16 new episodes of the unscripted relationship series following its successful freshman run.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Romance
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OWN has officially renewed the unscripted series Put a Ring on It for two additional seasons. The network ordered 16 new episodes after the show established itself as a top-performing series for African American women aged 25 to 54.
Why it matters
The renewal reflects the strong performance of the series, which has become one of the network's most successful new programs since its debut. Its popularity among its target demographic signals a continued demand for relationship-focused unscripted content.
The show is currently ranked among the top freshman unscripted cable programs for African American women ages 25 to 54. The production order for the two-season renewal totals 16 episodes.
The players
OWN
The Oprah Winfrey Network is a cable television channel that focuses on lifestyle and entertainment programming.
Dr. Stacii Jae Johnson
She is the host of Put a Ring on It and a former entertainment administrator for the city of Atlanta.
The details
Hosted by Dr. Stacii Jae Johnson, the program features couples who participate in counseling sessions and final dates to evaluate the future of their relationships. Production for the newly ordered episodes is scheduled to begin this fall.
Timeline
The series first premiered in July 2026.
The current season finale airs on September 25, 2026.
Production for the new episodes begins in the fall of 2026.
The new episodes are scheduled to premiere in 2027.
Culture Shift
The renewal highlights a broader industry pivot where networks increasingly prioritize highly-targeted unscripted content to maintain audience loyalty. This move mirrors the ongoing shift toward relationship-based unscripted cable programming that capitalizes on high social media engagement and consistent viewership.
Fans of the series can expect new content to return to the network in 2027 following the conclusion of the current season. Viewers should prepare for the fall production schedule which will precede the eventual broadcast rollout.
The takeaway
The success of this series demonstrates the enduring appeal of relationship-counseling formats in the unscripted television space. Audiences can expect the show to maintain its focus on intensive relationship evaluations as it moves into its next two seasons.
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