She is back — and so is the healing.
OWN has officially announced that beloved spiritual life coach, bestselling author, and cultural truth-teller Iyanla Vanzant is returning to the network with an all-new series, Iyanla: The Inside Fix, premiering Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 8 PM ET/PT.
The series marks a powerful comeback for Vanzant, whose groundbreaking show Iyanla: Fix My Life ran for nearly a decade and became one of OWN’s most impactful programs. From emotional celebrity confrontations to deeply personal family breakthroughs, the show fueled global conversations around trauma, accountability, and emotional wellness.
Now, in The Inside Fix, Vanzant will revisit 12 of the most iconic episodes from the original series—offering fresh commentary, expanded insight, and deeper reflection tailored for today’s rapidly changing world.
According to Warner Bros. Discovery, the new series doesn’t simply rewatch the past; it reframes it. Each episode unpacks the emotional truths that still resonate and examines how healing has evolved since the original series aired.
Fans can expect revisits to unforgettable moments like the Six Brown Chicks confrontation in “Fix My Backstabbing Friends” and the raw mother-child reckoning in “Fix My Broken Mother.” But this time, Vanzant dives beneath the surface to explain why these lessons matter even more today.
In an interview with ESSENCE, Vanzant reflected on the cultural impact of her previous work:
“Doing the show back then… I didn’t really have a healthy awareness or respect for how groundbreaking the show was,” she said. “I now understand that what I was doing was spiritual hygiene—teaching people how to brush their mind, floss their heart, cleanse their spirit, and nourish their body.”
She continued, emphasizing the urgency of inner work in today’s climate:
“In a time when the world feels increasingly disconnected, we need to return to what matters—truth, empathy, and self-awareness. Real healing isn’t about repairing what’s broken, but about reconnecting with our identity, our worth, and our ability to start fresh.”
OWN President Tina Perry celebrated Vanzant’s return, saying:
“There has never been a better time for us to bring the iconic Iyanla Vanzant back home to OWN. In a world that needs more light, her voice provides a safe space where viewers can find guidance, inspiration, and honest reflection needed for healing and growth.”
Over its nine-year run, Iyanla: Fix My Life delivered some of reality TV’s most reflective and viral moments. Fans are encouraged to join the conversation online using #TheInsideFix and follow OWN across social platforms for exclusive previews and updates.
IYANLA: THE INSIDE FIX premieres Saturday, January 17 at 8 PM ET/PT on OWN.
