Here Comes Honey Boo Boo Season 3 to premiere on January 1st, 2014

TLC has ordered twelve new episodes of Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, along with three specials for a third season, Variety has reported.

The new episodes of the reality series, which are being tacked on to Here Comes Honey Boo Boo Season 2, will premiere on January 1^st, 2014.

“The world continues to be fascinated by the Boo Boo gang and their crazy hijinks,” TLC’s Howard Lee told the website.

“As Alana gets older, the dynamic between her parents and sisters is changing. Viewers can look forward to seeing a different side of the family as they embark on this exciting new chapter of their lives.”

Here Comes Honey Boo Boo recently drew its biggest audience yet on September 11, when 3.2 million viewers tuned in to watch June Shannon and Sugar Bear hold a commitment ceremony.