Queen Sugar Renewed for Seventh and Final Season at OWN
OWN‘s Queen Sugar has been picked up for a seventh and final season, the network and executive producer Ava DuVernay announced on Tuesday.
The news comes hours ahead of the beloved drama’s Season 6 finale (airing Tuesday night), and confirms what many fans suspected as DuVernay and several Queen Sugar stars have moved on to other projects. As for Season 7, writing is already underway and production is set to begin in early 2022 in New Orleans.
“To everything, there is a season,” DuVernay said in a statement. “And my producing partner Paul Garnes and I have had seven gorgeous seasons making Queen Sugar with a remarkable cast and crew, alongside our partners at OWN and Warner Bros. Television.”
DuVernay went on to thank Oprah Winfrey, who is also an exec producer on the family drama, which follows the trials, tribulations and triumphs of the fictional Bordelon brood in Louisiana.
“To write and produce seven seasons of a modern drama centered on a Black family is a radical act in our industry and a triumph that has far exceeded every hope I held,” DuVernay added. “Now I feel strongly that the story, which began as a sunrise of a suggestion from Oprah, is ready for its sunset as a dream fully realized. Queen Sugar has been one of the true joys of my career and my gratitude is buoyant and boundless.”
Queen Sugar has been heralded for its moving and relatable portrayal of a close-knit Black family in the Deep South as well as DuVernay’s unflinching dedication to hire an all-female directing team throughout the series’ run. Since its 2016 debut, 42 women have directed episodes of the series. And 39 of them made their television directorial debut on Queen Sugar.
Are you saddened to learn Queen Sugar is coming to an end in 2022? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
Not only one season left 😭😭. This show is so beautiful and well done. Super happy Ava was able to bring such loving, sometimes hard, stories to screen. I know the final season will be great.
I am so relieved we are getting another season. I was worried thi would be the last. I love this show and these characters and hope for some happy and powerful endings for them.
I am so sad to have Queen Sugar coming to an end. The actors and story lines are phenomenal! It is so well written. Hopefully we will see these talented people people in other things soon!
I truly enjoyed this show. I’m sad that season 7 is it. Such great actor’s. It definitely touched my heart.
I knew with Blue missing from most of the season the show was nearing an end. Why I thought that IDK, but will miss the Bordelon family much. Grew to love Mr. Prosper after Season 1, and will surely miss seeing that beautiful Ralph Angel regularly. LOL
I hope they don’t lose their land and 1 thing that drve me crazy about Ralph Angel – he always fell w/ temptation then had a pity party about it. LOL
I am really saddened to hear season 7 will be the final season. I really enjoyed tuning in for every episode. Queen Sugar brought a true authentic feel with each episode. I would just get so immersed into the issues, joys, highs and pivotal moments that the family would face together and separately. Truly a great show and I will really miss tuning in to watch. Excellent show!
So happy the show will have a 7th season, read the author book.
We need a happy ending for the Bordelon family.
Can’t believe it’s been 6 years, awesome storytelling.
OMG..I don’t know where to start. Queen Sugar has been a phenomenal show. It’s been a joy to tune in every Tuesday for the last six seasons. The Bordelons went through a lot of lows in their family but they always rose and prevailed. GREAT cast..EXCELLENT producers. I will miss my girl Charlie..Nova..and the oh so HANDSOME Ralph Angel..thank u Ava for so many wonderful years/seasons..looking forward to see your work again in the future 💖
Yes I am…I was hoping to Ra and Darla really make it. Also hoping Nova would finally find Tru love. Aunt Vi and Wood well they are good. Like Ava stated there’s a Season for everything…It’s been truly been real..Alot like my real family..
Aww only one season left makes me so sad. I Love Queen Sugar!
I Love this Show ….. Everytime a Good show starts something always happens!!! Oh wow 😳 they will be missed!!! Love All you guys!!!
Oh my Noooo I will miss Queen Sugar it is only one of the BESTEST series on television. I love the truth and the irony of the show it really tells the real of what is going on 2day. Perhaps Ava will be able to bring us another MASTERPIECE
I saddened that there is only more season left, I enjoyed watching the show , it’s actors and best of all the fabulous work of the director Ava and her crew. Her work is impeccable. Watching this show has brought me so much joy. Especially knowing it was filmed inNew Orleans, my dads home town. Thank you cast and crew for all the joy you brought to life on screen. Continued success on future endeavors. ❤️
I’m so sad I love Queen Sugar, I looked forward to Tuesday night, wonderful example of family love
One of the best shows on TV!! Sorry to see it come to an end!!
I’m sorry to see it go but I have enjoyed the ride
I am truly saddened that Queen Sugar will be coming to an end after the next season. I have truly enjoyed this show and will miss it tremendously.
One of my favorite shows. They truly felt like family. Every Tuesday was an experience for me.
This is truly heartbreaking to me. I look forward to seeing relatable people on TV. My Grands see faces that look like theirs. I can relate on so many levels and it is very sad it’s coming to an end!💔
Although I am so sad to hear this news. I am happy it will be going out on top. They have become apart of my heart. But as the saying goes, all good things must come an end. 🥺🥺
I know next season will be spectacular none the less
I have and still do enjoy Queen Sugar and the entire cast. Am saddened to learn that it is coming to an end. I can see so much potential for years more of these fantastic people.
It saddens me to know that the show is coming to an end. I love Queen Sugar and the cast. I will definitely miss watching. I hope season 7 keeps the Bordelon family on top of the game. The black farmers get what belongs to them. Please keep Mr. Prosper holding, I love him.
Please don’t end queen sugar. This show has gotten me through a lot of dark days. With me u able to find love in love through Vy & Hollywood’s love. I find hope & patience through Ralf angel & Darla’s love. Please don’t take that from me.
Yes am going to miss Queen Sugar it is one of my favorite shows on OWN
I’m saddened to see this phenomenal drama series end. I watch my recorded episodes over and over. 🤣You’ve done so much in depicting the black family. Our love for one another and others outside of the family. GREAT JOB AND MUCH SUCCESS TO ALL IN THE FUTURE. 💜💜💜
I am sadden the show is coming to an end.
Queen Sugar is a phenomenal show. Each character adds a deep meaning of who they represent. Oh my, my fav is Nova!! Her intellect, dress, and just her presence in a room. Thank you for one of the BEST shows ever!!
I love Queen Sugar, it’s a program I can’t wait to watch. Each and every actors put their everything into their character. I’m sad to hear this is the last season. Good luck to all the actors and maybe a spin-off might happen. Just a suggestion