Cast of The Oval on BET
Main Cast
- Ed Quinn as Hunter Franklin‚ the President of the United States
- Kron Moore as Victoria Franklin‚ the First Lady of the United States
- Paige Hurd as Gayle Franklin‚ the daughter of Hunter and Victoria
- Daniel Croix Henderson as Jason Franklin‚ the son of Hunter and Victoria
- Javon Johnson as Richard Hallsen‚ the White House butler
- Ptosha Storey as Nancy Hallsen‚ the White House chef
- Vaughn Hebron as Barry Hallsen‚ the son of Richard and Nancy
- Teesha Renee as Sharon‚ the best friend of Victoria
- Brad Benedict as Kyle Flint‚ a Secret Service agent
- Travis Cure as Bobby‚ a Secret Service agent and Kyle’s partner
- Walter Fauntleroy as Sam Owen‚ the Vice President of the United States
Recurring Roles
- Lodric D․ Collins as Donald Winthrop‚ the head of the Secret Service
- Ciera Payton as Lilly Winthrop‚ Donald’s wife and Hunter’s ex-lover
- Taja V․ Simpson as Priscilla Owen‚ Sam’s wife
- Saycon Sengbloh as Pickney Westmoreland‚ an influential congresswoman
- Quinton Aaron as Jeffrey Roy‚ a Secret Service agent
- Ebonée Noel as Diane “Ally” Stilwood‚ Hunter’s mistress
- Nicholas Barrotta as Allan Forbes‚ Victoria’s lover
- Bill Barrett as Max Dillon‚ Victoria’s father
- Muraydolph Dawkins as Barry Hallsen‚ Richard and Nancy’s eldest son (Season 1)
- Derek A․ Dixon as Dale‚ a Secret Service agent
- Donna Feldman as Katherine “Katti” Olson‚ a journalist
Guest Stars
- Russell Thomas as Eli Clark (seasons 2–present)‚ Victoria’s henchman and lover who assumes the presidency
- Walter Fauntleroy as Jean-Baptiste‚ the leader of the Kashuals (seasons 2–3)
- Matthew Law as Kareem Richardson‚ Gayle’s ex-boyfriend (seasons 2–present)
- Iantha Richardson as Diane Wilmont‚ Barry’s ex-girlfriend (seasons 2–present)
- Ashlee Brian as Simone Harper‚ Jason’s girlfriend (seasons 2–present)
- Brad Benedict as Kyle Flint‚ a Secret Service agent (seasons 1–2)
- Travis Cure as Bobby‚ Hunter’s loyal butler (seasons 1–3)
- Kellon Lewis as Sergeant Paxton‚ a Secret Service agent (seasons 1–4)
- Heather Lindsey as Darlene‚ Hunter’s mother (season 1)
- Kiara Johnson as Sharon‚ Nancy’s mother (season 1)
- Yolanda Ross as Ms․ Rose Franklin‚ Hunter’s mother (season 2)
- Elise Neal as Ms․ Sylvia Clark‚ Eli’s mother (season 4)
- Johnathan Wesley as David‚ a member of the Rakudushis (seasons 4–present)
Production Team
- Tyler Perry – creator‚ writer‚ director‚ executive producer
- Michelle Sneed – executive producer
- Mark Swinton – executive producer
- Ozzie Areu – executive producer
- Will Areu – executive producer
- Oprah Winfrey – executive producer (uncredited)
The Oval is filmed at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta‚ Georgia․ The series was renewed for a second season‚ which premiered on February 16‚ 2021․ On February 23‚ 2021‚ BET renewed the series for a third season‚ which premiered on October 12‚ 2021․ On April 19‚ 2022‚ BET renewed the series for a fourth season‚ which premiered on October 11‚ 2022․ On August 4‚ 2023‚ BET renewed the series for a fifth season‚ which premiered on June 28‚ 2023․
Awards and Nominations
Despite its popularity‚ “The Oval” has not received widespread critical acclaim and has yet to secure any major awards or nominations․ The series’ focus on melodrama and soap opera elements has drawn more attention for its entertainment value than its artistic merit․
However‚ the show’s success in ratings and viewership‚ particularly among Black audiences‚ highlights its cultural impact and resonance․ “The Oval” provides a platform for Black actors and storylines‚ contributing to greater representation in the television landscape․
While awards recognition remains absent‚ the show’s continued renewal for new seasons speaks to its dedicated fanbase and its ability to engage viewers with its blend of political intrigue‚ family drama‚ and over-the-top plot twists․