Unlike many sitcoms that depict wealthy families, The Upshaws focuses on the authentic, day-to-day grind of making ends meet in the Midwest.
During a period when Bennie and Regina were "on a break," Bennie fathered a son, Kelvin , with another woman named Tasha. Kelvin is the same age as Aaliyah, leading her to mockingly refer to him as her "ghetto twin". The Upshaws
is a multicamera sitcom on Netflix that follows a working-class Black family in Indianapolis, Indiana, as they navigate life's messy surprises without a clear blueprint. Created by Wanda Sykes and Regina Y. Hicks, the show balances sharp, irreverent humor with honest depictions of modern family dynamics, including economic struggles and personal growth. Core Story and Premise Unlike many sitcoms that depict wealthy families, The
The central conflict stems from the family's "blended" nature: is a multicamera sitcom on Netflix that follows
While it feels like a throwback to 90s-style sitcoms, it incorporates modern views on Black queer stories and honest portrayals of motherhood and wifehood. Series Status
The series centers on (Mike Epps), a well-meaning but often irresponsible mechanic who owns his own garage. Bennie is a "lifelong mess" constantly striving to be a better husband to his wife, Regina (Kim Fields), and a better father to his children.