OWN’s popular dating reality series, The Never Ever Mets, made its much-anticipated return with the premiere of its second season on April 4, 2025, at 8 PM ET. The show, hosted by the talented actress Ta’Rhonda Jones, follows the journeys of seven couples who previously connected online but had never met face-to-face. Over a three-week period, these couples will live together, exploring whether their virtual relationships can blossom into real-world romances.
Recap of The Never Ever Mets Season 2 Premiere
The episode launched with host Ta’Rhonda Jones introducing the first half of the couples. Excitement filled the air as she revealed that each partner had organized a personalized date for their significant other. Brittany and Ty were the first couple to meet in person, kicking off their romantic journey with a thrilling parasailing adventure.
During a confessional, Brittany shared her appreciation for Ty’s affectionate nature, noting how their embrace made her feel special. Ty reciprocated, expressing confidence in their connection, saying, “Good energy is definitely flowing between us.”
“She [Brittany] was playing it a little cool. I was playing it a little cool. We were both putting on our poker faces but I couldn’t stop looking at her,”stated Ty.
The next couple, Keke and Brandon, were introduced with Brandon expressing his nerves about meeting Keke, who is a plus-size model. Despite his fears of not meeting her expectations, Brandon was pleasantly surprised upon meeting her, and Keke shared her worries regarding Brandon’s height. For their date, he arranged a special photoshoot, though Keke had mixed feelings about the wardrobe choices.
After that, Alexis and Chris had their moment at the beach. Despite having communicated for over a year, Chris admitted to Alexis that he hadn’t seen her fully. The relationship took a turn when they briefly stopped talking, as Chris chose to date someone younger. Upon their first encounter, Alexis complimented Chris’s smile, prompting a discussion about their past, where Chris offered a heartfelt apology for his previous actions.
“I feel as though in order for us to get through these next three weeks and the rest of our lives, the apology had to happen,”stated Alexis.
Another intriguing pairing, Tatiana and Clavacia, enjoyed a scenic horse ride. Clavacia admired Tatiana’s passion for her vegan lifestyle, expressing his willingness to try vegan cuisine. However, their date took an unexpected turn when Clavacia attempted to kiss Tatiana, who chose to decline.
As the premiere concluded, Charli opened up to her partner Jared about her family, revealing not just her daughter from a previous relationship, but also mentioning that she has more children, adding depth to their budding relationship.