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Who is Amani? 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' Season 4 introduces a new mystery family member

The new member claims to be the son of Deon Derrico's dead brother
PUBLISHED MAY 31, 2023
TLC's 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' has been a family favorite for a long time (@deonderrico/Instagram)
TLC's 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' has been a family favorite for a long time (@deonderrico/Instagram)

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Get ready for double fun as there might be a new member joining the Derrico family. The new member claims to be the son of Deon Derrico's dead brother. TLC's 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' has been a family favorite for a long time now. Karen Evonne Carter-Derrico and Derrick Deon Derrico, are the unstoppable parents of a great brood.  

As 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' family juggles the day-to-day antics of their amazing quintuplets, triplets, and two sets of twins, with their children growing up and their house getting a bit small for all, the Derrico family is now getting a new family member as well. In the trailer, the new member can be heard talking on the voice mail which brings GG and Deon tears of joy. 

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Who is 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' new star Amani?

Amani is the potential new addition to the Derrico family. With the possibility of being Christopher Turner's son, Amani's arrival brings mixed emotions to the Derricos. In the show's trailer clip, he can be heard through a voice message saying, "My name is Amani. Your brother Chris could possibly be my dad." As he talked through the webcam with Deon and GG she asks him if he will be up for a DNA test to which he is heard confirming and agreeing to do a DNA test. Meanwhile, the secrecy of his identity has been maintained and he has not revealed himself to the public eye. 



 

Who is Deon Derrico's brother Christopher (Chris) Turner?

Previously, there were discussions about Chris, who was believed to be the brother of Deon. It was rumored that Chris had a son named Amani, who might have a potential storyline in the show's upcoming season. He was the son of Eddie Derrico and Marian Derrico who separated after a year of their marriage. He was also a real estate investor along with his brother Deon. Unfortunately, tragedy struck when Chris was found dead in his residence in Detroit in January 2022.   



 

What to expect in 'Doubling Down with the Derricos' Season 4? 

As the Derrico children grow up, they start asking some hilarious and embarrassing questions that will leave you in stitches. Join the family on their camping adventure, where laughter and mishaps go hand in hand. They also take a heartfelt trip to Detroit, retracing the steps of Karen and Derrick's first meeting. Amidst the joyous moments, the family faces a bittersweet celebration of GG's 73rd birthday as she bravely battles cancer and undergoes chemotherapy. And just when you thought things couldn't get more intriguing, a bombshell drops with the introduction of Amani, a potential son of Chris, Deon's late brother. Brace yourself for an unforgettable season filled with laughter, tears, and the ever-present bond that keeps the Derricos thriving. 

'Doubling Down with the Derricos' Season 4 premieres Tuesday, May 30 at 10 pm ET on TLC.

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