Divorce Sisters: Tyler Perry’s Latest Move Sparks Debate – But Are We Being Fair?

I ain’t gonna hold you — Divorce Sisters hasn’t even dropped yet, and people are already dismissing it like it’s dead on arrival. But what’s interesting is that a lot of the criticism is coming from familiar names — folks who’ve watched Sistas, The Oval, Bruh, and other Tyler Perry projects. I’m seeing the same usernames pop up in my comments, and I’m thinking: Y’all have watched enough TP to know how this goes.

Let’s be real for a second — modern Tyler Perry, especially the Viacom era from 2019 to now, has been a mixed bag. Just like the MCU, it’s hit or miss. Sometimes we get gems (Ruthless has had its moments), and sometimes… not so much. And Divorce Sisters? Well, it’s already dividing fans.

“Tyler, Who Asked for This?”

Honestly, that’s been the most common reaction. I’ve seen support and excitement, but it’s drowned out by indifference or criticism. Still, let’s be honest — we’re gonna watch it. Love it or hate it, Tyler Perry’s content gets views. People will tune in, then hop online to talk about it.

Now, is Divorce Sisters necessary? Probably not. But neither was Sistas when it first came out, and what did people say back then? “Oh, he’s just ripping off Girlfriends. This is a bootleg Living Single.” And yet, it became a hit. Numbers don’t lie.

But Let’s Be Real: The Writing Has Slipped

A lot of folks are saying Tyler should fix Sistas before launching a spin-off. Can’t argue with that. Karen’s storyline has been dragging, the writing has gotten sloppy, and character development is almost nonexistent at this point. But rumor has it Season 10 could be the final season — and maybe that’s the point. Maybe Divorce Sisters is the soft reboot.

What Even Is Divorce Sisters?

From the little we know, it sounds like Sistas with more life experience. Older women, possibly divorced, maybe with kids — that opens up a lot of narrative potential. Think Single Moms Club meets Harlem. If done right, we might finally get mature characters, not 30-something-year-olds acting like teenagers. That’s my biggest hope — that this show gives us depth.

The Divisiveness is Real — And Not Unique to Tyler

This kind of split fandom isn’t new. Remember when Robert Downey Jr. was rumored to return as Dr. Doom? Some people were thrilled. Others thought it was a desperate move to save the MCU. That same energy is here with Divorce Sisters. Some see potential; others are just confused. It’s polarizing.

Where’s the Creativity?

A big critique I’ve seen: why another spin-off? Why not an entirely new show? Something fresh? A lot of people wanted a Sistas prequel — the girls in college. And I’m with that! The Sistas IP is valuable, but maybe we’re milking the cow a little too hard.

Still, I understand why Tyler is doing this. He’s found a formula that gets attention. Whether it’s good or not is another story, but it keeps people talking.

Why I’m Giving This a Chance

Listen, I’m a fan of some of the cast already. Kadine and Devale have great chemistry. LaToya Luckett? Been a fan since Destiny’s Child — her look, her voice, her whole vibe. I remember seeing her in Smart Guy, then Preacher’s Kid, Greenleaf, and that one college movie with Christian Keyes — still can’t remember the name, but I know y’all know what I mean.

Point is, I’m rooting for the cast. I’m going into Divorce Sisters with cautious optimism. And when it airs? I’ll be real about it. No sugarcoating. If it flops, I’ll say it. If it hits? I’ll say that too.

We Can’t Keep Complaining About a Lack of Black Content Then Tear It Down

Some of the most honest comments I’ve read go like this: “The standard for Black entertainment is so low that we accept anything.” That’s a tough pill to swallow. But there’s truth to it.

Yes, Tyler Perry has the work ethic of ten men. He’s built an empire on his back, and he deserves credit for that. But we can ask for more. Better writing. Stronger storytelling. Real character arcs.

And hopefully, Divorce Sisters can deliver.

Bottom line? The show might surprise us. It might bomb. But at least we’ll be there to watch it unfold — together.