Entertainment TV 'The Hills: New Beginnings' Sets Season 2 Premiere Date — Watch the Dramatic First Trailer Newcomer Caroline D'Amore joins the new season, and Kristin Cavallari will also appear By Dory Jackson Dory Jackson Instagram Twitter Website Dory Jackson is an Associate Editor for PEOPLE's digital TV team. While at the brand, she's had the opportunity to interview a long list of celebrities, from Kate Hudson to Pierce Brosnan to Billy Porter. She also recaps popular TV shows like The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and Vanderpump Rules.The New York-based Maryland native graduated from Randolph-Macon College in May 2016 with a focus in Communication Studies and Journalism. She came to PEOPLE in March 2021 after working at a number of major news companies, including Newsweek and Us Weekly. She also previously co-hosted a podcast called "Idol Nation." People Editorial Guidelines Published on April 13, 2021 04:00 PM Share Tweet Pin Email The return of The Hills: New Beginnings is almost upon us. PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that the hit series will return to MTV for its sophomore season on May 12. Season 2 will see the starry friend group reuniting after COVID-19 lockdowns begin to lift in California, with the iconic bunch tackling romance, business shakeups and more. Returning cast members include Audrina Patridge, Heidi Pratt, Spencer Pratt, Whitney Port, Brody Jenner, Kaitlynn Carter, Justin "Bobby" Brescia, Frankie Delgado, Jennifer Delgado, Jason Wahler, Ashley Wahler and Brandon Thomas Lee. Former Laguna Beach and original The Hills star Kristin Cavallari will also appear this season, as teased in the trailer, and socialite and DJ Caroline D'Amore rounds out the full cast. (New Beginnings season 1 star Mischa Barton is not returning.) MTV Want to get the biggest stories from PEOPLE every weekday? Subscribe to our new podcast, PEOPLE Every Day, to get the essential celebrity, entertainment and human interest news stories Monday through Friday. And after a year apart, there's plenty to catch up on. For starters, Audrina, 35, is navigating life — and the dating world — as a single mom. The trailer even teases a potential spark between her and Brody, 37, as she reveals: "Brody and I, we did kiss." MTV Whitney Port Says She Doesn't 'Regret' Her 'Revealing' Style Choices on The Hills For his part, Audrina's ex Justin, 39, reconnects with his family and seeks advice from his father about settling down, while Brody and Kaitlynn, 32, are dealing with the aftermath of their separation. The trailer also teases a scene of the former couple discussing the "speculation" surrounding the reason for their split. MTV Kristin Cavallari and Brody Jenner Reunite to Film The Hills: New Beginnings Season 2 There's also Heidi, 34, and Spencer, 37, who are trying for a second baby, and Jason, 34, who continues to work on his marriage and past substance abuse issues while awaiting the arrival of his second child with Ashley. After season 1 found success following its debut in June 2019, The Hills: New Beginnings was renewed for a second season. PEOPLE previously confirmed that production began last November following delays due to the COVID-19 crisis. Season 2 of The Hills: New Beginnings premieres May 12 at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.