Chicago, get ready because 'Ready To Love' is bringing the dating drama to the Windy City. Meet the singles looking for love inside.
Ready To Love is bringing the dating drama to the Windy City and including a familiar face for watchers of another dating franchise.
OWN’s long-running dating series is switching up the scenery for Ready To Love: Chicago, premiering Friday, Oct.2 at 8 p.m. ET. Hosted by Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles, the new season follows successful Black singles in their 30s and 40s as they date, flirt, and figure out whether they are actually ready for a lasting relationship.
According to OWN’s press release, this season features a variety of singles — from entrepreneurs and executives to attorneys and creatives. It also introduces the franchise’s first sibling duo, who will be searching for love side by side.
But one contestant already has reality TV history. Jarette, 35, is a Project Manager who previously appeared on Netflix’s Love Is Blind Season 2.
Jarette married Iyanna McNeely after their time in the pods, but the couple eventually divorced. Netflix’s Tudum confirms that their relationship ended after lifestyle differences became a major source of tension.
In 2023, we reported that the two traded cheating allegations, with Iyanna alleging that Jarrette kissed and groped a woman in their marital bed, while Jarrette alleged that he’d seen his wife holding hands with another man. Now viewers can see what dating has been like post-divorce for the Chicagoan.
The Chicago season of Ready To Love marks the first time the franchise has filmed in the city. With a reality TV veteran in the cast, a sibling duo, and 20 singles looking for love, OWN might have another messy season on its hands.
Now, let’s meet the rest of the Chicago crew as reported by ESSENCE.
Ashley works in real estate and is stepping into the dating experiment, hoping to find a connection that can go beyond the usual Chicago dating scene.
Brandi works in digital campaigns and joins the cast ready to see whether she can turn professional networking skills into a personal connection.
As a mental health therapist, Brittany knows communication matters. Now she gets to put those relationship skills to the test in her own love life.
Bryanna works in the spirits industry and is bringing her professional confidence into the search for someone who can match her energy.
Champ works behind the scenes in sports radio and is one of the more seasoned singles looking for a relationship with real staying power.
David balances sports analysis with life as an MMA fighter, giving him a competitive edge that could make dating interesting.
Hubert works as an account director and is hoping his career success translates into success in the dating department.
Indaca’s career keeps her traveling, so finding someone who can connect with her lifestyle could be part of the challenge.
Yes, that Jarette. After Love Is Blind, he is giving reality TV romance another shot.
Jasmine is a business leader who is used to calling the shots. Now she has to figure out who can meet her at her level emotionally.
Jessica balances finance with coaching, giving her a career that requires both discipline and people skills.
Jonathan works in facilities management and enters the experiment hoping to find someone who fits into the bigger picture of his life.
Jordan is an entrepreneur in the energy industry who is looking for a partner to build something meaningful with.
Keith works in HR, so he is no stranger to navigating people and personalities. Now he is searching for the right person for himself.
Kiara works in real estate and joins a cast full of ambitious professionals looking for more than a casual connection.
Marcus brings music industry experience to the dating pool and could have a few smooth moves ready for the right woman.
Michael works in digital marketing and understands how to make an impression. The question is whether he can make one that lasts.
Patrick works in a leadership role and is looking for someone who appreciates his work ethic and can meet him where he is.
Precious brings brains, ambition and leadership experience to the cast while searching for a relationship that matches her drive.
Yuri is an attorney who joins the Chicago dating scene looking for someone who can keep up with her professionally and personally.
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‘Ready To Love: Chicago’ Cast: Meet The Windy City Singles Seeking Love, Including THIS Familiar Face was originally published on bossip.com
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