Tracee Ellis Ross is packing her (many) bags for another round of adventures on a second season of her hit Roku Originals series “Solo Traveling With Tracee Ellis Ross.”
The award-winning actor (“Black-ish,” “Girlfriends”) and Pattern CEO hosts the travel show, which debuted on July 25, and has since become the most-watched unscripted Roku Original ever. (The streamer calculated the viewership record in terms of unique viewers within the first two weeks of launch.)
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Season 1 followed Ross’ journeys through Morocco, Mexico and Spain while employing her unique blend of humor, heart and honesty to spotlight the joys of traveling alone and emphasize the power of self-discovery. Season 2 will focus on three more scenic escapes as Ross jets off to new destinations. Ross is currently in travel mode — as she’s scheduled to appear at the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) on Friday to discuss the series’ overwhelming success.
“’Solo Traveling With Tracee Ellis Ross’ is the No. 1 unscripted show in Roku history, and now we get to do it all again with a Season 2!” Ross said in a statement announcing the greenlight. “Thank you to Roku for your incredible partnership and care with my show, and to the amazing team that made it all possible. But the biggest thank you goes to everyone who has watched, embraced and shared my journeys. The way the show is resonating feels truly special — all of the comments, the conversations, the connection… my cup runneth over.”
Ross continued: “So here’s to all the solo travelers out there, the aspiring solo travelers, those who share in the joy of solo travel by watching me do it and, of course, to my fellow over-packers! There’s so much more to see and do — the world is our oyster! I can’t wait to see where I’ll be going next and to bring all of you along.”
“Tracee Ellis Ross has set a new gold standard for unscripted storytelling,” said Brian Tannenbaum, head of Roku Originals. “Her show didn’t just perform — it soared. The response from our streamers has been overwhelming, and we’re deeply grateful to have Tracee returning to guide us through another season filled with heart, purpose and adventure.”
The series, added Roku alternative originals head Olivia LaRoche, “has struck a powerful chord with audiences, blending inspiration, culture, and authenticity in each destination. We’re thrilled to bring it back for another season, with even more of what viewers love: deep stories, bold adventures and Tracee’s signature spirit that continues to empower, explore and entertain.”
“Solo Traveling” Season 1 was produced by Ross’ Joy Mill Entertainment, Artists First and Story Syndicate. Ross, E. Brian Dobbins and Anna Chai serve as executive producers, Adriana Ambriz and Caroline Soss also serve as co-executive producers and Dan Cogan, Liz Garbus, Jon Bardin, Tommy Coriale and Kate Barry executive produce for Story Syndicate. LaRoche and Louisa Lenander Friedman oversee the series on behalf of Roku Originals.
Watch the Season 1 trailer below. All episodes are now streaming for free on the Roku Channel.
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