The city that started it all, New York, is returning with a fifth season to VH1.  On Nov. 17, the new season premiere date was announced along with five new cast members for the east coast import of Mona Scott Young's television goldmine.  In one month, on Dec. 15, a whole new season of the show will premiere.

Erica Mena Says Bow Wow Will Not Be on Season 5 of Love and Hip Hop NY

According to the press release, Erica Mena, Rich Dollaz, Yandy Smith, Mendecees, Cyn Santana, Peter Gunz, Amina Buddafky and Tara will all return this season.  Still, similar to the large cast size of "Love and Hip Hop Hollywood," Mona and her team added five new members.

The VH1 press release described them and gave their names:

Bow Wow and Erica Mena are Engaged

Chink Santana- is a talented music producer who has worked with artists such as Ashanti and Keyshia Cole. His girlfriend Chrissy Crastanda would like to solidify their relationship, but Chink's commitment to his family and work may prevent them from moving forward.

Chrissy Crastanda- is a NYC socialite and owner of a modeling agency. She is ready to start a family with her boyfriend Chink but his other commitments and delayed divorce are putting her wishes on hold. 

Cisco Rosado- is a well-known producer who has worked with Tank, Jim Jones and Uncle Murder. His "don't ask, don't tell" relationship with his girlfriend Diamond Strawberry takes a turn for the worst when she decides to move to NY to be closer to him and later finds out he has been dishonest.

Diamond Strawberry- daughter of New York Mets outfielder Daryl Strawberry, Diamond has moved to NY from L.A. to start her career as a model and build her relationship with her boyfriend Cisco but her decision backfires when she finds out her boyfriend has betrayed her.

Precious Paris- formerly signed to 50 cent's label G-UNIT, recently signed a management deal with Dollaz Unlimited. But when another artist is added to her manager's roster, she is disappointed to find out that she may be sharing her spotlight.

 

With Erica's engagement and Peter's new baby, this season is sure to have enough drama to go around.  Are you excited for the NY return?  Let us know in the comments, below.