⁠ ⁠The Never Ever Mets Season 2: Meet the couples

OWN’s hit dating series The Never Ever Mets is back for Season 2, which premiered Friday, April 4 at 8:00 p.m. The show follows seven new couples who’ve built strong emotional connections online but are only now meeting for the first time in person. Over the course of three weeks inside a luxury Los Angeles villa, these couples will put their virtual chemistry to the ultimate real-world test.

Hosted by Empire star Ta’Rhonda Jones, The Never Ever Mets mixes romance with a little reality-show chaos. Relationship challenges, bonding activities, and the presence of experts all serve to uncover how deep these digital connections really run. Season 1 was a breakout hit, becoming Friday night’s top original series on ad-supported cable in key African American demographics. With Season 2 now underway, the stakes and the surprises are even higher.

This time around, each couple arrives at a different point in their relationship, from new flings just a few months old to long-distance romances that have stretched on for years. What they share is the decision to finally close the physical gap and find out if what’s been building through screens can hold up in real life.

Meet the couples of The Never Ever Mets Season 2

Charli & Jared – The High School Connection (4.5 Years)

Despite attending the same high school, 34-year-old Charli from Dallas and 32-year-old Jared from Columbia, South Carolina, only connected online before the pandemic. Their 4.5-year relationship faces a critical challenge as each harbors a "monumental secret" that could either strengthen their bond or shatter it completely.

Keke & Brandon – Beauty and the Former Athlete (4 Years)

Atlanta-based plus-sized model Keke, 29, and former football player Brandon, 30, from Birmingham, have maintained a four-year online relationship. Keke's concerns about Brandon's reaction to her appearance and her secretive living situation have delayed their meeting until now. Their story on The Never Ever Mets explores how physical attraction compares to emotional connection.

Cinco & Jay – The Long-Distance Parents (5 Months)

Professional basketball player Cinco stands at an impressive six-foot-seven, while his partner Jay measures six feet tall. Their five-month exclusive online relationship faces practical challenges as Jay, a devoted single mother to a four-year-old son, must consider her child's stability before contemplating any major life changes for love, as seen in this season of The Never Ever Mets.

Alexis & Chris – The Age Gap Couple (1 Year)

Phone-introduced by a mutual friend, 47-year-old Alexis from Philadelphia and 35-year-old Chris from Dallas connected through witty banter and flirtation. Their 12-year age difference hasn't hindered their year-long relationship, but trust issues stemming from a past incident remain. Chris is "determined to prove his loyalty" and show Alexis she's "the only one he wants."

Alicia & Ervin – The Whirlwind Romance (5 Months)

After meeting on social media, 36-year-old Alicia from Pennsylvania and 44-year-old Ervin from Massachusetts quickly established a routine of multiple daily video chats. Alicia's self-described "zero-tolerance" approach to relationships may create friction, as Ervin worries her high standards could end their chances before they truly begin.

Tatiana & Clavacia – The Secret Keeper (8 Months)

When 28-year-old Clavacia from Georgia noticed 31-year-old Tatiana from Los Angeles through mutual friends online, an immediate attraction developed. Their eight-month relationship has flourished virtually, but Clavacia admits to hiding "a major secret that could potentially shake the foundation they have built online."

Brittany & Ty – The Casual Connection (3 Months)

Single mom Brittany, 41, from Houston values traditional chivalry, while 38-year-old Tyler from Los Angeles seeks an equal partnership. Their three-month relationship remains casual, but Brittany hopes for something more serious. The question remains whether Tyler's engaging online personality will match his in-person demeanor.

What to expect from this season of The Never Ever Mets?

The premiere episode of The Never Ever Mets showed the nerves, excitement, and awkward moments that come with seeing someone face-to-face for the first time. Ta’Rhonda Jones is back not just as host but as a guide, helping these couples navigate challenges that test their emotional and physical connection. Some may seek out expert advice when tensions rise. Others might dive straight into the show’s "Intimacy Suite" if sparks fly in person.

This season of The Never Ever Mets promises unexpected twists, emotional breakthroughs, and some tough conversations. As each couple works to bridge the gap between digital affection and physical reality, one big question looms: Who’s headed toward love—and who’s headed home single? Viewers can tune in every Friday to see which connections deepen and which ones fall apart when the filter comes off.

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The Never Ever Mets airs Fridays at 8 p.m. ET on OWN in the US.