Carl Weber’s The Family Business is a popular long-standing television series on BET+. Carl Weber’s successful book series inspires it. The focal point of the series is the Duncan family, who are wealthy New Yorkers who own a car dealership and are also involved in drug trafficking, rivalries with other dealers, being betrayed by their friends and family, and power struggles within the family. The patriarch of the family, L.C. Duncan played by Ernie Hudson, and matriarch Chippy played by Valarie Pettiford help guide their family through the increasing threat level their family is currently facing.
Carl Weber’s The Family Business Season 7: Release date rumors
As of this writing, there is NO official confirmation release for Season 7 from BET+ at this time. Multiple fan sites and groups, including Facebook posts and Youtube videos (uploading back to early 2026) all have posted “confirmed” messages for a possible 2026 season (often reporting late 2026). The above posts are likely speculation and/or rumor, and not based off of any credible or verifiable news or announcements (with the source of the news being the BET+ page, Wikipedia, and other news outlets). Currently, there are no reports posted from any of these sources related to Season 7—no press release, no production start, nor premiere date.
In light of this history, when historically, seasons have taken 1 year (or more) to launch from the previous season (e.g., Season 5 ending in Jan 2024, Season 6 launching late 2025) — if BET+ were to renew now, it is likely that the premiere of Season 7 would occur sometime in late 2026. With the highest ratings through Season 6 (2025-26), with strong fan/consumer demand, Mr. Weber remaining on as Producer/Director, and the “growth” of the Franchise with a new spin-off series currently in production, it is likely that BET+ will continue, however, nothing is “confirmed”. BET+ has issued no public statements regarding any new seasons after the airing of the Season 6 finale.
Carl Weber’s The Family Business Season 7: Cast updates
The core cast is expected to return if Season 7 happens, with no major confirmed departures:
- Ernie Hudson as L.C. Duncan (patriarch)
- Valarie Pettiford as Charlotte “Chippy” Duncan (matriarch)
- Darrin Dewitt Henson as Orlando Duncan
- Sean Ringgold as Junior Duncan
- Javicia Leslie as Paris Duncan
- Tami Roman as London Duncan-Grant
- Miguel A. Núñez Jr. as Harris Grant
- Arrington Foster as Rio Duncan
- Dylan Weber as Nevada Duncan
Recurring members are Michael Jai White (Vegas Duncan), Emilio Rivera (Alejandro Zuniga), Christian Keyes, Blac Chyna, and others like Flex Alexander, RonReaco Lee, etc.
Season 6 introduced or expanded roles for characters like Roman Duncan (Deyshaun Tucker) and various love interests/rivals. The ensemble has stayed relatively stable, with family drama and new alliances driving the story.
Carl Weber’s The Family Business Season 7: What to expect next
It is expected that it will cover the leadership issues, revenge schemes, love affairs combined with corporate warfare, secrets exposed, and family members trying to preserve their legacy. The unresolved issues left over from Season 6 (such as loyalties being tested and competitors closing in) will provide for many explosive stories to develop.
Fans have been waiting for the next chapter in this ongoing saga of Duncan chaos. Stay tuned to BET+ for updates on everything going on concerning this very entertaining show. The empire continues, with all its blood, business, and family.