Oprah Winfrey Network July 2013 Highlights
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OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK JULY 2013 HIGHLIGHTS Visit www.press.discovery.com/us/own for select episodic photography and screeners NEW SERIES & SEASONS (P) Denotes: Premieres WELCOME TO SWEETIE PIE’S (60 Minutes) Season premiere Saturday, July 27 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) When Robbie Montgomery, a 1960s backup singer and former Ikette, suffered a collapsed lung and had to stop singing, she decided to pour her talents into another creative venture: a soul food restaurant called Sweetie Pie’s. At her family-centered eateries, which include Sweetie Pie’s at the Mangrove, Sweetie Pie’s Upper Crust and the original Sweetie Pie’s established in 1996, which Miss Robbie runs with her son, Tim, both hilarity and drama are offered in equal measure. This docu-series follows the loud, loving and often singing Montgomery family as they work to expand their empire, one soulful dish at a time. #SweetiePies (P) Saturday, July 27 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: End of an Era As Miss Robbie wrestles with the decision to close down her very first restaurant, Tim and Jenae struggle with their emotions around their separation. Meanwhile, Charles continues his shenanigans causing Tim to regret letting him move in. CONTINUING SERIES (New Episodes) (P) Denotes: Premieres OPRAH’S LIFECLASS (60 Minutes) Sundays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) The award-winning series "Oprah's Lifeclass" is a richly interactive experience where millions of students from countries around the world participate in inspiring conversations with Oprah on-air, online and via social media. For each class, Oprah is joined by a hand-picked expert, and together they share principles and tools that can help people live more meaningful and fulfilling lives. Follow @OprahsLifeclass on Twitter and join the conversation using #Lifeclass. (P) Sunday, July 7 (9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fatherless Sons: The Reaction Oprah and spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant are joined by Geoffrey Canada of Harlem Children’s Zone and Dr. Steve Perry of Capital Preparatory Magnet School to discuss viewer reaction to the discussion of fatherless sons. (P) Sunday, July 14 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Daddyless Daughters Part 1 Oprah is joined by spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant as they address an audience of daddyless daughters who reveal their personal stories to make the necessary steps toward healing. (P) Sunday, July 21 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Daddyless Daughters Part 2 Oprah and spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant address an audience of daddyless daughters who are ready to heal. Together they coach the women through the process of forgiveness and letting go. OPRAH’S NEXT CHAPTER (60 Minutes) Sundays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) The primetime series features Oprah Winfrey as she steps outside of the studio for riveting, enlightening and in-depth conversations with newsmakers, celebrities, thought leaders and real-life families. (P) Sunday, July 28 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Hugh Jackman Oprah sits down for an intimate conversation with Hugh Jackman, the man behind the iconic “Wolverine” character from the “X-Men” franchise and one of Oprah’s all-time favorite leading men. Hugh discusses his two children with wife of 17 years Australian actress Deborra-Lee Furness, the discipline it takes to maintain his chiseled body, and his very public Zipline accident during his entrance atop the Sydney Opera House while taping “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? (60 Minutes) Sundays (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” tracks down “Oprah” show guests who made you laugh...and made you cry. Find out where they are now, plus see what happened to the biggest newsmakers of all time and how their lives changed after sudden fame and notoriety turned their worlds upside down. (P) Sunday, July 28 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah’s Sister, Actress Denise Richards and “Survivor” Winner Richard Hatch Oprah visits her half-sister Patricia Lee for her 50th birthday. Charlie Sheen’s ex- wife actress Denise Richards speaks out about their relationship today and life as a single mom. First “Survivor” winner Richard Hatch opens up about going to prison. IYANLA: FIX MY LIFE (60 Minutes) Premieres Saturday, July 27 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) In the popular self-help series, bestselling author, life coach, minister and television host Iyanla Vanzant goes behind closed doors and deep inside the most private parts of people’s lives to uncover what is making them sad, angry, depressed or feeling unfulfilled. Through emotional heart-to-heart conversations and often a dose of tough-love, Iyanla helps individuals confront what is not working in their lives and take the necessary steps to fix what is broken. THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS (60 Minutes) Tuesdays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) From prolific writer, director, producer Tyler Perry, “The Haves and the Have Nots” follows the complicated dynamic between the rich and powerful Cryer family and the hired help who work in their opulent mansion set in Savannah, Georgia. (P) Tuesday, July 2 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: A True Friend Amanda (Jaclyn Betham) moves into a new apartment that she’s sharing with Candace (Tika Sumpter). Wyatt attempts to expose Candace for who she really is. Housekeeper Hanna (Crystal Fox) is not amused when she is set up on a blind date by her son Benny (Tyler Lepley) with a gentleman from her church. (P) Tuesday, July 9 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Criminal As Jim Cryer (John Schneider) disregards his responsibilities and spends the day copulating with Candace (Tika Sumpter) at Hotel Madison, Candace’s brother Benny (Tyler Lepley) is caught in her web of havoc. Celine (Eva Tamargo) is outraged when Hanna (Crystal Fox) is promoted to Chief of Staff at the Cryer’s home. Amanda (Jaclyn Betham) seeks guidance from Candace after failing another law school exam and soon learns that the price of passing Candace’s way is not one she is willing to pay. (P) Tuesday, July 16 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Setup Just when David (Peter Parros) thinks he has Candace (Tika Sumpter) cornered, there has been a mistake and the detective framed the wrong person. The rift between Hanna (Crystal Fox) and Candace (Tika Sumpter) grows after Candace refuses to cop to the drugs and help Benny get out of jail. Their exchange sends a vengeful Candace on a rampage, and she heads straight to the Cryer home. (P) Tuesday, July 23 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Number Nine A heated argument erupts between Katheryn (Renee Lawless) and Candace (Tika Sumpter). Jim Cryer tries to end his affair, but Candace threatens to expose his indiscretions to his daughter (Jaclyn Betham). Hanna (Crystal Fox) pleads with David (Peter Parros) to assist her son, Benny (Tyler Lepley), who is still in jail. Back at the Cryer home, Katheryn asks Hanna for support as she prepares for surgery and Amanda emotionally cracks after Candace berates her about her life. (P) Tuesday, July 30 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Not My Daughter On the morning of Katheryn’s (Renee Lawless) surgery she enlists the help of her housekeeper and confidant Hanna (Crystal Fox) to videotape a statement that will serve as a back up to Katheryn’s will. Elsewhere, Wyatt (Aaron O’Connell) is tormented by the idea that Candace (Tika Sumpter) may have lured Amanda (Jaclyn Betham) into prostitution and later confronts Candace after discovering Amanda’s room in shambles. Meanwhile, Veronica (Angela Robinson) meets with Hanna and Benny (Tyler Lepley) to discuss Benny's legal issues. After meeting with Benny, it becomes clear to Veronica that something about his case is awry, and she is determined to get to the bottom of it. LOVE THY NEIGHBOR (30 Minutes) Wednesdays (9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Written, directed and produced by Tyler Perry, “Love Thy Neighbor” is a half-hour comedy set at The Love Train Diner, a family run restaurant where every day the menu serves up good food, great laughs, valuable life lessons and a whole lot of love. Diner owner and feisty family matriarch Hattie Mae Love (Patrice Lovely) has her hands full not only managing her customers but her family drama, too. Her daughter Linda (Kendra C. Johnson) splits her time between Hattie’s home and the apartment she shares with her philandering husband. Linda’s son Danny (Andre Hall), a recent college grad, moves into a bachelor pad with his best friend Sam (Jonathan Chase) and lands a job at a hot internet design firm. He quickly establishes himself as a rising star…that’s when he’s not distracted by Sam’s hard-partying ways and their beautiful co-workers Marianna (Zulay Henao) and Drew (Darmirra Brunson). Meanwhile, Uncle Floyd (Palmer Williams) is an ever-present thorn in the Love family’s side. Like old luggage, they can never seem to get rid of him. (P) Wednesday, July 3 (9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.) Episode: The Black Tie Affair As Linda (Kendra C. Johnson) and Marty (Karon Joseph Riley) prepare to attend the Mayor’s Ball, Danny (Andre Hall) feels the need to protect his mother. He solicits Floyd’s (Palmer Williams) help to check out his mom's new man. (P) Wednesday, July 3 (9:30 p.m.