Houston premieres June 28 on OWN

OWN has announced a new Carlos King series about a family embodying melanin excellence, and BOSSIP has your first look.

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BOSSIP can exclusively report that Family empire: Houston, a new series about the multi-generational Braden family of Houston, Texas premieres on Friday, June 28 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on OWN.

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We can also confirm that it’s an 8-episode unscripted series that follows the Bradens through four generations of Black excellence and “explores the complex themes of generational wealth and building a legacy.” family”.

In particular, the show produced by Carlos King’s Kingdom Reign Entertainment features “cousin sisters” Nicole, Jermeshia and JaQuita who collectively dream of following in the footsteps of their beloved grandmother and Braden family matriarch , Oscarene., a real estate entrepreneur who built the family empire from the ground up and “passed on that courage and determination to her children and grandchildren.”

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A press release reports that the ladies are real estate agents, entrepreneurs and “dream home seekers extraordinaire” with a pulse on metro Houston’s booming real estate market.

“Their core mission and vision is to empower communities and ensure wealth for generations to come, and they also dream of further developing valuable commercial land that has been in the Braden family for decades, affirming the family legacy in the Houston area,” an official synopsis reads. “But complications arise for the grandchildren as Oscarene considers dissolving family assets in order to secure the financial future of her five children – Frank Jr., Charlotte, Cheryl, Nikki and Jackie.”

Tina Perry, president of OWN, is particularly excited about the series and released a statement saying:

“At OWN, we’re always looking to spotlight interesting people with stories that are entertaining and also reflect our audience,” Perry said. “Family Empire: Houston promises all of this and more: a vibrant family, vibrant culture, and high-stakes storylines that we know our audiences will respond to.

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The first season will feature them dealing with skeletons in the closet, including a separation, complications related to Oscarene’s plan to pass on the family wealth, single motherhood and much more. Despite the drama, the group still manages to find a way to make amends.

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The trailer shows the group celebrating being the largest independent, Black-owned brokerage in H-Town and gives viewers a glimpse into the “crazy” and “messy” family.

It also introduces the family matriarch, Oscarene, who acquired real estate with her husband Frank and set the family up for success. Questions now arise about who she will pass her legacy on to.

“Grandma is going to do what Grandma wants to do,” Nicole says of Oscarene.

Take an exclusive look at the trailer below.

Meet the ladies of Family: Empire Houston

Oscarene Braden

The family matriarch, Oscarene, is a legacy builder who has been involved in numerous businesses and is the guiding light of the Braden family.

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Oscarene Braden is a model of pioneering spirit, embodying the resilience and entrepreneurial dynamism of her time. Born in 1937 in Natchitoches Parish, Los Angeles, Oscarene was adopted as an infant and raised in Houston, Texas. Oscarene found her lifelong partner in Frank Braden, a kindred spirit also from Natchitoches Parish. They raised a close-knit, loving family with a foundation built on their devotion and love for God. Together, they also built a portfolio of diverse businesses in the Houston area, ranging from a lawn care company to a fish market, banquet halls and beauty salons, rental properties and a daycare. As a pioneer of her time, Oscarene has built a legacy that will endure for generations to come.

Nicole Braden practical

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Grandmother: Oscarène

Father: Frank Jr.

Sisters: Lakeshia, Monay

Cousins: Jermeshia, JaQuita

Husband: Larry

Nicole embodies Oscarene’s love of entrepreneurship.

The face of Braden Real Estate Group, Nicole embodies the entrepreneurial spirit passed down by her grandmother, Oscarene. His leadership and deal-making skills solidified the company’s success. Yet beneath the shine, Nicole has her dark side as she deals with her husband, Larry, who seems to care more about working than building a happy home, while also trying to make peace with Lakeshia, his father’s child with another woman. .

Jermeshia Goudeau

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Grandmother: Oscarene

Mother: Jackie

Sister: JaQuita

Cousins: Lakeshia, Nicole, Monay

Husband: Justin

Jermeshia juggles several things but relies on her family for strength.

As Nicole’s right-hand man and co-founder, broker Jermeshia balances the weight of the family business with the complexities of his personal life. A workaholic, wife and mother of three, she is the definition of someone who spreads herself too thin. However, despite not having enough hours in a day and even some postpartum depression, she is still determined to make everything work, proving that she can juggle meeting rooms and bedtimes, with time remaining for her husband, Justin.

JaQuita Martin

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Grandmother: Oscarène

Mother: Jackie

Sister: Jermeshia

Cousins: Lakeshia, Nicole, Monay

Husband: Chris

JaQuita seeks balance in Family empire: Houston.

Jermeshia’s younger sister, JaQuita trained as a pharmacist but now works for the Braden Real Estate Group. With her husband, Chris, in the midst of a career change, she feels the weight of wearing the financial pants in the relationship – a cut she doesn’t really like. To make matters worse, Chris often feels left out of the Braden clan, arguing with the rest of the family over small issues. JaQuita’s struggle to juggle it all is as real as it gets, making her story one of finding a balance between ambition and love.