Here’s When 2024’s Most Anticipated Reality Shows Premiere

‘The Voice,’ ‘The Amazing Race,’ ‘Survivor’ and ‘The Masked Singer’ lead the list of reality shows we’re keeping an eye on in 2024.

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You can pretend like you don’t watch and you’re not invested, but we know the truth. We know how much you love your reality TV favorites. In addition to the long-running franchises you’re still obsessed with, (we see you “Survivor”) there are also plenty of new debuts to draw your attention. To help you prepare your TV schedule, this is our 2024 reality TV preview.

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Feb. 7: Judge Steve Harvey Season 2 Part2 – ABC

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If you have a case too ridiculous for small claims court, check out “Judge Steve Harvey.”

Feb. 9: Gospel Live! Presented by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. – PBS

“Finding Your Roots” host Henry Louis Gates Jr. explores the fascinating history of gospel music and its influence on Black culture in the documentary Gospel,” premiering Feb. 12. There will also be a companion live concert hosted by Gates and featuring the biggest names in gospel music.

Feb. 14: Love Is Blind Season 6 – Netflix

Is it a social experiment? Is it a dating show? Is it a trainwreck? No one really knows, but it’s one of Netflix’s most popular series.

Feb. 15: Bold & Bougie Season 1 – WEtv

Just because these ladies of a certain age have lived a life full of experience, it doesn’t mean they know how to avoid drama. If anything, it seems like they might be bringing more drama to the table than their younger counterparts. This show will make you thankful your mom just spends her time watching HGTV and playing slots at the local casino.

Feb. 18: What Would You Do?: Season 16 – ABC

It’s always fascinating to see how these situations play out. Though, the producers tend to get a little more than they bargained for when Black people get involved, because you know we have no problems publicly calling out shenanigans.

Feb. 18: American Idol Season 22 – ABC

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Ryan Seacrest, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie are back for the long-running singing competition’s seventh season on ABC. I’m guessing a country artist or singer/songwriter is going to win.

Feb. 19: Rhythm + Flow Italy: Season 1 – Netflix

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If you still need proof of how far hip-hop has come, look no further than Netflix’s competition series. This time around it heads to Rome, Naples and Milan to find the next Italian hip-hop star. In addition to the exposure, the winner gets 100,00 euros, which is around $107,000.

Feb. 26: The Voice Season 25 – NBC

Coaches John Legend, Chance the Rapper and Reba McEntire are joined in the big red chair by country duo Dan + Shay.

Feb. 28: Survivor Season 46 – CBS

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People do crazy challenges on a deserted island, then backstab each other for the chance to win. The format hasn’t changed in 46 seasons.

March 6: The Masked Singer Season 11 – Fox

If you want to figure out who’s going to be on the next season of “The Masked Singer” just check the internet to see who’s in need of an image makeover.

March 13: The Amazing Race Season 36 – CBS

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If you want to travel, but are still a little hesitant about it, “The Amazing Race” is a fun way to do it from the comfort of your couch.

March 17: 90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?: Season 8 – TLC

Despite the messiness of “90 Day Fiancé,” it does occasionally work out. Of course, those stories still have plenty of drama, which is the reason the title ends with a question mark. Nothing makes you feel better about your relationship than this series.

April 6: Say Yes to the Dress: Season 23 – TLC

Some shows are made for binging. You start by watching one or two episodes of a bride desperately searching for the perfect wedding dress, then next thing you know six hours have passed and you’ve wasted an entire day of your life.

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