Months after she revealed her departure from RHOA, following her decision to skip the reunion, Brit took to her Instagram page on December 31 to announce she will be ringing in the new year as a single woman amid her separation from Mike Cunningham.
“I’m posting this on the last day of 365 to remove this facade of faking like this marriage is going to work,” wrote Brit in a post to her Instagram page that included a photo of her and Mike. “Everybody can’t come into the next chapter. I’m done hurting and I want to be happy in my next chapter. Cheers to 2026 of putting my happiness first 🥂 ✌🏽.”
She then addressed rumors about Mike as she continued, “And for the record as much as I can’t stand him, we are not going to create a false narrative that I’m walking away because of any fake made up rumors.”
Brit, 37, wasn’t done yet as the insurance agent also included slides of a text post further explaining her decision to call it quits following 5 years of marriage.
“It took me a while, but I finally realized what triggers my toxicity… it’s disrespect. I can be chill, fun, easy to get along with … I can vibe with anybody. But the second I feel disrespected, everything in me shifts. My peace goes out the window, my patience disappears, and that soft version of me turns sharp real quick. I’m self-aware enough to know I’m a good woman,” she wrote. “I’m kind, I’m genuine, I’m understanding, and I always try to lead with love. But that’s exactly why disrespect hits so deep… because I know how much grace I give before I ever lose it. ”
Brit continued, “When I snap, it’s never random, it’s a reaction. What you put in is what you get out of me. Still, I’m learning. Learning not to let people pull me out of character. Learning that not everyone deserves a response. Learning that peace is better than proving a point. Because growth isn’t about never being triggered… it’s about recognizing what triggers you and protecting yourself before you get there. Know your triggers. Guard your peace. Stay away from the people, places, and situations that force you to become someone you’ve worked too hard to outgrow.”
She closed out her statement by adding, “& ima come out of every storm like it was never raining.”
Brit’s surprising announcement comes just a little over a month after she officially filed a lawsuit against Bravo and the RHOA production company Truly Original LLC.
In the lawsuit, Brit alleges defamation, sexual harassment, and creation of a hostile work environment after Kenya Moorerevealed explicit photos on the Real Housewives of Atlanta that she implied they were of Brit. But following the season, Brit claimed she was not the person in the photos.
Reality TV thrives on chaos, but every once in a while, a season delivers moments so shocking, emotional, or downright surreal that they instantly become part of pop culture history. This year gave fans no shortage of unforgettable scenes from shocking legal fallout and friendship implosions to viral international meltdowns that broke the internet. Buckle up, because these are thewildest reality TV momentsthat left viewers stunned, divided, and obsessed.
Karen Huger’s DUI, Absence, and Redemption Arc on RHOP
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January began with a jaw-dropping absence that Real Housewives of Potomac fans couldn’t ignore: Karen Hugerdid not attend the reunion. As details emerged, it became clear this was far more serious. Huger had been convicted on multiple DUI-related charges stemming from a March arrest in Maryland, and explosive body camera footage soon followed. In the footage, she appeared visibly impaired, slurring her words, swaying on her feet, and memorably referring to herself as “Thomas Jefferson’s concubine.”
The fallout was swift and severe. Karen served six months in jail and entered rehab, missing the reunion entirely. Fans officially learned of her absence when the reunion seating chart was released, placing Mia Thornton and Gizelle Bryant closest to Andy Cohen, while the Grand Dame’s seat remained conspicuously empty. The moment marked one of the most dramatic off-screen consequences the franchise has ever faced.
But in true Housewives fashion, redemption was always on the horizon. At BravoCon 2025, Bravo dropped a midseason supertease that confirmed Karen’s return. The footage showed her release from the Montgomery County Detention Center, a tearful reunion with her husband, Ray, and daughter, Rayvin, and a deeply personal sit-down with Andy Cohen at her Potomac home.
“It’s time to talk about my addiction,” says Karen.
Fans are already bracing themselves for what Karen Huger will reveal in the upcoming episode scheduled to premiere in February 2026.
Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton’s Friendship Breakdown on RHOA.
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Few things hit harder than watching a decades-long friendship unravel on camera, and The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 delivered exactly that with Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton. What started as tension simmering beneath the surface exploded during episode 11, when the childhood friends finally confronted their growing rift over lunch.
Shamea expressed feeling dismissed and unsupported, while Porsha questioned whether Shamea was stirring drama to secure her spot as a first-time peach holder.
The tension spilled into the After Show, where Shamea became overwhelmed with emotionand ultimately walked off set in tears. Shamea maintained that she stayed loyal, holding on to the value and history of their longtime friendship, despite friction.
“I never gave them anything. So, the fact that she opened that up for them to judge and evaluate and dictate our friendship and what it was and what it was not—that’s on her,” Shamea explained.
The reunion only intensified matters.
“There isn’t any communication,” Porsha said, with Shamea adding, “At all.”
Porsha escalated the accusations, alleging intentional sabotage and claiming Shamea of tried to one-up her on the show.
“It was a scheme and a plan,” Porsha claimed.
Just when it seemed beyond repair, Shamea surprised viewers by releasing a YouTube video titled Dear Sweet 16 days before the final reunion episode aired, offering a heartfelt apology to the entire cast.
“My elders and my family never steered me wrong. So I just wanna start by saying to all the ladies on the Sweet 16 cast—starting with Porsha, you know, Drew, Angela, Britt, Kenya, Cynthia, Kelli—I’m sorry. And if I missed anybody, I’m sorry,” she said.
Whether the friendship can recover remains uncertain, but the emotional fallout made for some of the rawest RHOA scenes in years.
Love Is Blind Season 10’s Uncomfortable Confrontation between Kalybriah and Edmond.
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Love Is Blind is no stranger to emotional explosions, but Season 10 delivered one of its most unsettling moments with cast members Kalybriah “KB” Haskin and Edmond Harvey. During a group pool party, the couples casually discussed intimacy, when Edmondrevealed to the men that Kalybriah wanted to wait until marriage, a decision he didn’t share.
Back at the hotel, the conversation spiraled. Edmond confronted Kalybriah about her sexual history, leading to a deeply emotional breakdown that shocked viewers.
“I’m just always the fu–king nice guy! That’s what f—s me up, I’m too f–king nice,” Edmond sobbed.
The confrontation escalated until Kalybriah walked out of the room. Later, she spoke with People, explaining that she had intentionally entered the experience on a different path.
“I went in [practicing] abstinence for eight months prior to the show.”
Edmond later reflectedpublicly on his behavior, acknowledging personal growth and accountability.
“This experience changed me in ways I never expected.”
The moment ignited widespread conversation about boundaries, emotional maturity, and vulnerability under reality TV’s microscope.
Angela Oakley vs. Phaedra Parks: Receipts, Rumors, and Chaos.
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Season 16 of RHOA also delivered courtroom-level drama in July, when Angela Oakley accusedPhaedra Parks of spreading cheating rumors about her husband, Charles Oakley. During part one of the reunion, Angela confidently alleged that Phaedra orchestrated the rumor through a man named Marcus, and she came prepared with a literal file folder of receipts.
“First and foremost, he told me it was Phaedra,” Angela explained.
Andy Cohen, clearly skeptical, responded, “This man who you’ve never met?”
Then, Angela unveiled the treasure trove of receipts she brought with her, pulling documents from a thick folder to show that Marcus’s aunt, Kimberly, was a high school friend of Phaedra’s older brother. Angela insisted this connection explained how they knew each other, but Andy, Phaedra, and the rest of the group remained unconvinced.
Phaedra quickly denied the claims, dismissing the connections as circumstantial.
“That’s just a coincidence,” said Phaedra.
Despite Angela’s insistence that Phaedra was attempting to “secure her spot” on the show, no definitive conclusion was reached, leaving fans debating long after the reunion ended.
Jose Carlos Montoya’s Viral Sprint That Broke the Internet
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In February, reality TV went global when La Isla de las Tentaciones—Spain’s version of Temptation Island—delivered one of the most viral moments in reality TV history. During a bonfire scene, contestant José Carlos Montoya was forced to watch live footage of his girlfriend, Anita Williams, cheating on him.
What followed was pure, unfiltered anguish and the viral catch phrase “Montoya, por favor!” Montoya took off running across the beach in a desperate, emotional sprint that racked up over 320 million views across social media platforms. The moment perfectly captured the raw intensity of the series’ premise and cemented Montoya’s breakdown as an instant reality TV classic.
Huda and Nic’s “Mamacita” Love Island moment.
Love Island USA also delivered one of its most buzzworthy moments of the year during Season 7.
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In Episode 9, Huda Mustafa chose to open up to Nic Vansteenberghe about her daughter, hoping to give Jeremiah Brown someone else to talk to about it. What followed was an innocent, hilarious exchange that quickly took on a life of its own and went viral.
“I have a secret to tell you. All the girls know, Jeremiah knows, but you have to promise me you’re not going to say anything to other guys ’cause it’s not their business,” Huda said. “But, I’m a mommy.”
“Mommy?” Nic asked with a furrowed brow.
“I’m a mom,” Huda confirmed.
“Mamacita!” Nic said with a smile, still clearly a bit confused.
“No, I’m a mommy,” Huda, once again, confirmed.
“A mom of what? A dog?” Nic asked.
“I have a daughter,” Huda shared, prompting Nic to respond, “Like in real life? Like a daughter, like a real baby?”
“Yeah, like a human child,” Huda laughed.
“Wait, that’s so cute,” Nic then said. “How old is he or she?”
After the Season 7 finale aired on July 13, the Islanders finally got their phones back, and Nic and Huda were completely unaware of just how viral their brief conversation had become. In fact, they barely remembered the moment at all.
“Bro! That’s actually gold,” Huda said during an after-show confessional on TikTok, while watching the clip on her phone. “I love Nic to death. Everyone kept telling me about the mamacita moment, and me and Nic just forgot exactly what happened. And now watching it back, I can understand why people think it’s funny.”
The pair even leaned into the moment during the finale. In their finale looks, Nic and Huda recreated the now-iconic exchange in a playful video shared on Love Island USA’s TikTok, laughing as Nic repeatedly said, “mamacita?”
Nic was equally stunned by how big the moment had become after leaving the villa. “They’re just making songs of mamacita?” he said after getting his phone back. “I love this!”
Reality TV may be messy, dramatic, and emotionally chaotic, but these moments were exactly why fans couldn’t look away from their screens in 2025. What was your favorite reality TV moment of the year? Tell us in the comments section.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta star took to her social media to debut her new relationship with her lady love Sway on November 28.
“🎉Happiest Birthday @sway_thepro Hope this year continues to bring you everything you want and more! 🥂🍾 Can’t wait to act up saturday!” wrote the 44-yr-old Bravo star.
Porsha Williams and Girlfriend Patrice ‘Sway’ McKinney photos
Porsha’s photo post comes two months after she first confirmed she was dating both a man and a woman. It appears she has since solidified her relationship with Sway, a licensed master barber who also describes herself as an “entrepreneur” who helps people “open a profitable salon suite business.”
RHOA fans have since reacted to Porsha’s post and the responses were mixed.
“Porsha be falling tooooo dang hard,” said one person.
“Girl u be doing anything seriously,” wrote another.
“Do these people ever stop to just be single?? The “pick me” stuff has just gone way too far,” added a commenter.
Others had more positive reactions to the news.
“Happy looks amazing on you — I love to see it. There’s a special kind of freedom that comes from living life on your own terms,” shared a fan.
“Porsha just be out here doing whatever TF she wants and I love that for my girl,” added another person.
Sway herself also commented under Porsha’s post, writing: “Damn babe 😍Sweet af…Thank you again!”
Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker are splitting up after 11 years of marriage. “After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce. This is a difficult and emotional time, but my focus remains on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect,” Burruss shared in a statement with People. “I’m stepping into a new chapter pouring into my work, my family, and my own growth. I’m grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the years, and I ask for privacy, grace, and understanding as we navigate this transition with our family.” The two met through filming RHOA; Burruss joined the show beginning in season two, and she soon met Tucker, who was a production manager on the show for season 4 in 2011. They got married three years later in 2014, and their wedding planning was documented in their own Bravo mini series, Kandi’s Wedding. The couple also had a one-season spin-off series, Kandi & The Gang, in which they tried to revive their restaurant. They have two children together and helped raise their children from previous relationships together.
Rumors of a breakup began circulating at Bravocon last weekend. During her Wifetime Achievement speech, she tearfully thanked Andy Cohen for checking in on her and for their off-screen friendship. She thanked Tucker as well, but it was unclear if he was in attendance. “To Todd, thank you for surviving the blogs, the shade, the rumors, the lies, the truth, the almost fights, the actual fights, the reunions… You earned this award too,” she shared.
After 11 years of marriage, Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker are officially parting ways, confirming their split after what Kandi described as “deep thought and a lot of prayer.” The quiet resolution to their marriage is now bringing renewed attention to the infamous prenuptial agreement—the legal battle that almost halted their wedding a decade ago. Fans are wondering exactly what was in Kandi Burruss’ prenup and what the couple walked away from the marriage with individually.
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The confirmation of the split comes after Kandi and Todd had successfully dispelled divorce rumors just last year. Their spirited discussions on their joint YouTube series, “Todd & the Glam Squad,” led some fans to scrutinize their relationship, but the couple insisted those were just “good, fun conversation.” As many witnessed on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, the couple met behind the scenesin 2011, eventually leading to their lavish April 2014 wedding that aired on Bravo. They share two children, Ace and Blaze, in addition to Kandi’s daughter, Riley, and Todd’s daughter, Kaela, from previous relationships.
As BOSSIP reported, just last week, the strength of their public bond was still on display when Kandi accepted the Wifetime Achievement Award at BravoCon 2025. “Thank you for surviving the blogs, the shade, the rumors, the lies, the truth, the almost fights, the actual fights, the reunions… You earned this award, too,” she told Todd in a heartfelt onstage shout-out. Despite this public show of unity, the split has been finalized, with Kandi stating her focus remains on “protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect.”
Kandi Burruss’ Prenup Includes No Spousal Support, Just Protection
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The terms of Kandi Burruss’ prenup, which Todd finally signed minutes before the wedding, are now dictating the financial terms of the separation. The initial negotiation of the prenup was famously controversial, with Todd storming out of the wedding rehearsal over the legal document he deemed “some bullsh*t.”
The most contentious clauses involved Todd having to vacate Kandi’s home within 30 days if they split, and the stipulation that he would receive nothing if Kandi died during their marriage. Mama Joyce, Kandi’s outspoken mother, was a driving force behind the prenup, fearing Todd was “looking for a payday.”
Kandi has fiercely defended the purpose of the prenup over the years. She argued that women who are financially better off need to protect themselves. Her reasoning was rooted in watching other celebrity divorces play out publicly.
“I’m not paying spousal support, oh no,” she stated. “I’m seeing too much going on right now. Halle Berry’s paying $20,000 a month in child support, and then poor Sherri [Shepherd], she had a pre-nup and now [her husband] is coming after her. They’ve only been married a few years. Are you kidding me?” She maintained that the things she wanted to protect were those she had “going into the marriage, meaning: Bedroom Kandi, my music, my stores, my properties, and different things that I had going into the marriage.”
Todd ultimately signed the agreement on the eve of the wedding, giving up his rights to all alimony and community property. He stated at the time that he signed to prove his love, saying, “I proved once and for all I’m in this relationship because I love Kandi, not because I want her money.” [Radar]. The resolution of theprenup means that the assets Kandi built before their union are secure, allowing the couple to focus on their children as they navigate this new chapter.
Following 11 years of marriage and two kids, son Ace, 9, and daughter Blaze, 5, the 49-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta alum has just issued a statement confirming she has split from Todd, 52.
“After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I’ve made the decision to move forward with a divorce. This is a difficult and emotional time, but my focus remains on protecting my peace, being the best mother I can be, and co-parenting with love and respect,” said Kandi to PEOPLE via a statement on November 21.
She continued, “I’m stepping into a new chapter pouring into my work, my family, and my own growth. I’m grateful to everyone who supported us throughout the years, and I ask for privacy, grace, and understanding as we navigate this transition with our family.”
Kandi’s confirmation of a split came after RHOA fans on a Reddit thread mentioned that Kandi had allegedly removed “Tucker” from her Instagram bio, where she was previously listed as “Kandi Burruss-Tucker.”
They also signaled a blind item from Crazy Days and Nights, which said, “I told you months ago it was coming, and now the southeast Housewife had dropped her married name.”
In the comments of the post, several RHOA fans recalled Kandi’s recent appearance at BravoCon, where she accepted the Wifetime Achievement Award. As they explained, Kandi said she “appreciates all the support, especially now,” and Todd did not attend the event.
Kandi also reportedly ditched her wedding ring for the fan convention.
“She seemed sad to me. Like leaning into the emotions of accepting the award but it seemed deeper,” one person suspected.
“I wanted their marriage to be good. I was rooting for them. For love. This sucks. I hope it’s not true. Hopefully she’s back on rhoa I’d love to see what she says,” another said.
“Soon as I saw that they both stopped wearing their rings I knew something was wrong,” wrote a third.
As RHOA viewers will recall, Kandi and Todd’s marriage wasn’t exactly blessed by her mom, Joyce “Mama Joyce” Jones, who worried he was after her money.
Kandi also faced rumors of an impending split from Todd earlier this year, but quickly shut them down during an interview with Us Weekly.
“[Riley Burruss] actually sent it to me. She was like, ‘Why do people keep saying that y’all about to get divorced?’ I was like, ‘I don’t know,’” she recalled.
However, weeks later, Kandi admitted things between Todd and her mom had taken a turn for the worse.
“Let’s see, Friday, they did pretty good. The kids, Ace and Blaze, had graduated from their school, so they were doing pretty good, but by the time I got back from my trip the other day, my mom was back to not feeling us. So, hopefully it’ll change,” she revealed on Amazon Live.
“Are you dating anyone?” a fan asked Kim on October 22, after she requested her audience “ask [her] a question.”
“Yes … almost [two] years after I filed for divorce I went on my first date and we have been together since,” Kim replied, confirming that Kyle is the first person she has dated since she split from Kroy Biermann, 40, in May 2023.
A second person asked, “Was it hard letting yourself be vulnerable with a new man?”
“Yes,” Kim admitted. “However Kyle and I went through the exact same situation so we identify with each other.”
Moving on to Ariana, 24, star of Next Gen NYC, Kim reacted to someone who suspected their split was for the show.
“My baby [Ariana Biermann] [lives] her life authentically and always has! What you see is what you get!” Kim insisted.
Then, after posting a selfie with her mom and telling her online audience she “[loves] her mom,” Kim responded to another fan who remembered their estrangement.
“My parents and I have had some ups and downs but life is way too short and I would never be the person I am today without them,” she wrote.
Kim then seemingly gave a nod to her messy split from Kroy after someone else said they admired her resilience.
“Awe thank you so much,” she replied. “It’s been a very long painful, hard and sad road but it was the best for me … I FINALLY chose me and my kids.”
Another IG user asked Kim how she stays so positive.
“How do you remain positive in the face of adversity?” they wondered.
“#1 God #2 My kids #3 My family,” she explained. “[And] I have the best friends ever.”
After debuting their relationship on the first season of Next Gen NYC earlier this year, taking viewers into their romance after moving to the Big Apple in 2024, Ariana, 23, took to her Instagram Story with a statement, confirming she and Hudson were going their “separate ways.”
“Hudson and I have decided to go our separate ways, while these things are never easy, we both know it’s what’s best for us right now. We are so grateful for all the love and support you’ve shown us over the years. Sometimes life takes you in different directions and that’s okay … Love you all,” she wrote on October 14.
Ariana and Hudson began dating in high school before Ariana enjoyed a brief romance with Aaron Scott in 2020. Then, after Ariana and Aaron split, they rekindled their relationship.
“This might sound crazy, and I get it, but I have a five-year rule,” she explained to Bravo’s The Daily Dish in August. “So, if he doesn’t propose in five years, which is in a little less than two years, it’s a no … I don’t want to rush him, you know, make him feel, like, pressure. But he talks about it all the time. So, I’m like, ‘Stop talking about it and do it or don’t do it.’ Everyone’s getting engaged! Really, everybody?”
“My mom always told me, ‘If he doesn’t propose after five years, then you’re already doing too many wife duties,’” she added.
Riley Burruss may be keeping her new romance away from the public eye for the most part, but she has given her fans and followers a look at her boyfriend on a couple of occasions.
After offering her online audience a sneak peek at her mystery man in July with a mirror selfie in which he was seen giving her a kiss, the Next Gen NYC star and daughter of Real Housewives of Atlanta alum Kandi Burruss, 49, posted a series of photos from her 23rd birthday celebrations, some of which included her man’s face.
“A week late but 22 ate… 23? … Happy birthday to me,” Riley wrote in the caption of her August 31 slideshow, which kicked off with a solo shot of the reality star looking stunning in a white button-down dress and silver heels.
In the slides that followed Riley’s solo pic, Riley was joined by her boyfriend, who was wearing a turquoise T-shirt, khaki pants, tennis shoes, and white glasses.
In another photo of Riley’s birthday fun, which featured another event, the same man was seen sitting in a gray shirt and white glasses at a dinner table with a selection of food in front of him.
As fans may recall, Riley shared the first photo of herself with her new man in July. In that pic, as she stood in cowboy-themed attire, he gave her a kiss on the cheek.
“Yeehaw,” she wrote in the caption, via Bravo’s The Daily Dish.
After the debut, Riley appeared on Watch What Happens Live, where she addressed the relationship but failed to share her boyfriend’s name.
“I think everyone knows I like to keep my private life private,” she explained.
“But,” noted Andy Cohen, 57, “you’re on a reality TV show.”
“But I still try to keep my love life, you know, close to my heart,” Riley argued.
There is no secret that major changes are coming to The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Season 14 just wrapped, but most fans feel that it was a combination of too dark and somehow a bit lackluster. Of course, the ratings showed people’s lack of interest. This has led to several reports of some sort of reboot, and Andy Cohen once again confirmed those rumors in a recent interview. Additionally, he addressed cast changes on a number of other Bravo shows.
Fans will recall that before season 14 premiered, word came out that Teresa Guidice and Melissa Gorga didn’t interact during filming. Once the show aired, the divide between two of the show’s biggest stars was more than apparent and made things toxic for the group. Things were so bad that there was no traditional reunion.
Recently, Andy sat down for an interview with Extra TV to discuss his wax figure at Madam Tussauds in New York. Of course, the topic of RHONJ came up as everyone has been wondering about its future. In discussing the process of moving forward with the show, Andy said, “Keep waiting. There’s no rush. Yeah… we’re going to take our time.”
Of course, this means there may be a long pause before we see RHONJ back on the screens. However, he didn’t stop there. When asked about the rumored cast shakeup, he says, “I wish that I had an answer for you. We actually don’t. We’re going to figure it out. We’ll get back to you. We’re calling ‘Extra’ on speed dial when we figure it out.”
Regarding season 14, Andy doesn’t agree with fans who felt it was lackluster. He says, “I actually thought it was a great season, but I think that it was just very clear that there was no moving forward with this group.”
In addition to talking about Jersey, Andy also discussed the two new additions to RHONY. As fans know, Racquel Chevremont and Rebecca Minkoffare joining the show. According to Andy, “These are powerful, strong, fashionable, beautiful women, and they fit right in, and I’m really bullish on the new season. It’s funny, it’s exotic, it’s aspirational, and it feels like New York City.”
When asked about the pregnancy hinted at in the trailer, he says, “You know what, I’m not gonna say beyond the trailer, but you’re gonna be into it.”
“I’m really excited. We got to see her on ‘Married to Medicine,’ we got to see her on ‘Traitors.’ By the way, you’re going to see her on the next season of ‘Married to Medicine’ too, and now you’ll see her on ‘The Housewives of Atlanta,’ so it’s so great.”
Kenya Moore’s friend speaks out over allegedly showing explicit images of co-star Brittany Eady during a RHOA event
Akilah Coleman, Moore’s friend, seemingly reacted to the incident in a surfaced video
Moore has been suspended from filming while Bravo reviews the situation
The incident occurs amid significant cast changes for RHOA Season 16
The controversy may have long-lasting implications for the show and its cast members
A recent incident involving Kenya Moore, star of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” (RHOA), has sent shockwaves through the reality TV community. Moore’s friend, Akilah Coleman, appears to have reacted to a disturbing event that occurred during filming, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes drama of the popular Bravo series.
Kenya Moore’s Friend Speaks Out on Controversial RHOA Incident | Image source: Yahoo
The Incident Unfolds
During a filmed event for RHOA, Kenya Moore allegedly showed explicit images of her co-star Brittany Eady to other cast members. This action, described as “disgusting” by those present, has sparked intense debate and criticism.
Akilah Coleman, a close friend of Kenya Moore, was reportedly in attendance at the event. A video has surfaced showing Coleman’s apparent reaction to the incident, providing viewers with a glimpse into the tense atmosphere that followed.
Akilah Coleman’s Involvement
Coleman’s presence at the event is noteworthy, as she has been increasingly involved with the RHOA cast. Reports suggest that she has been filming for the show, potentially as a new addition to the ensemble.
Her reaction in the video clip has become a focal point for fans and critics alike, offering insight into the severity of the situation and its impact on those present.
RHOA Season 16 Shakeup
This incident comes amid significant changes to the RHOA cast for Season 16. Recent reports indicate that four stars are returning, while one has exited after filming began. Additionally, six stars have departed, and three new faces have joined the cast.
Kenya Moore’s status on the show has been called into question. On June 14, 2024, it was reported that Moore was suspended from filming indefinitely while Bravo reviews the alleged incident with another cast member.
The Implications for Kenya Moore
Kenya Moore, a former Miss USA and longtime RHOA star, now faces potential consequences for her actions. The incident has not only affected her standing on the show but also her personal relationships within the cast.
Moore, 52, has recently been in the news for more positive reasons, discussing her budding romance with Israeli entrepreneur Roi Shlomo. This contrast between her personal life developments and the show’s drama highlights the complex nature of reality TV stardom.
The Future of RHOA
As Bravo reviews the incident, questions arise about the future direction of RHOA. The show has long been known for its dramatic moments, but this latest controversy may cross a line for many viewers and network executives alike.
The reaction from fans, cast members, and the network will likely shape the upcoming season and potentially the long-term future of the franchise.
FAQs
Q: Who is Akilah Coleman?
A: Akilah Coleman is a friend of Kenya Moore who has been filming for RHOA and may potentially join the cast.
Q: What happened at the RHOA event?
A: Kenya Moore allegedly showed explicit images of her co-star Brittany Eady to other cast members.
Q: Has Kenya Moore been suspended from RHOA?
A: Yes, as of June 14, 2024, Kenya Moore was reportedly suspended from filming indefinitely while Bravo reviews the incident.
Q: Will this incident affect RHOA Season 16?
A: It’s likely that this incident will have significant implications for the upcoming season and potentially the show’s future.
Q: Are there any other changes to the RHOA cast?
A: Yes, Season 16 will see four stars returning, one exiting after filming started, six stars departing, and three new stars joining the cast.
Recently, he directed a Rolls Royce diss towards Porsha, and now she and Kenya Moore have responded. Plus, did he throw another insult at his soon-to-be ex-wife? This is all happening while Porsha is doing whatever it takes to film RHOA in the immaculate home she once shared with the businessman.
As fans will recall, Simon recently congratulated Shamea Mortonon getting a Rolls-Royce. He then noted that she would be the only lady on the cast of RHOA season 16 with one — seemingly meant to throw shade at Porsha.
“Congratulations my good sis @shameamorton. I’m so happy for you. My brother Gerald has excellent taste in fine automobile. Look forward to watching the only cast member with a RR,” wrote Simon.
However, he must have forgotten that Kenya also has the incredibly expensive luxury car, as she commented on his post reminding him. Simon has since deleted the post.
Later, Porsha took to social media to share a photo of them both with their respective Rolls-Royce models. She captioned the picture, “Girls run the world! #WorldStop#TheMoment 🔥 .” The post consists of two pictures. The first shows the two of them side by side. The second is of them hugging. Fans were excited about the images because many are hoping Porsha and Kenya are on good terms in the new season.
However, more recently Simon has had more to say on social media. He took to Instagram to discuss debt and bad credit and asked which one people would rather have. The businessman captioned the image, “A pig with lipstick does not make one beautiful because when the lipstick fades, all you see is what it always was….a pig 🐖”
One Instagram user said, “Bitter at its finest😫😫😂😂”
Someone else replied, “We literally only tolerated you because of Porsha …… Simon go away!!!!!”
And someone else stepped in with some insight, “These posts reflect a lack of emotional maturity, insecurity, impulsiveness, and poor conflict resolution skills. It suggests a need for better coping mechanisms and emotional intelligence. 🙏🏽”
In other Porsha news, Radar Onlineis reporting that the star has served Simon with an emergency order to film RHOA in the home they shared. According to documents, she says filming in the home is “vital to her ability to sustain her income and employment.” This comes after she was awarded “sole, exclusive use” of the home.
Porsha’s legal team has even told Simon that she “would not film in areas that are personal to Husband, or areas that may contain information personal to Husband, including his bathroom, closet, office, etc.” However, he hasn’t changed his mind. Naturally, most people feel that this is Simon’s way of being petty and trying to make things more difficult for his estranged wife.
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams‘ divorce from Simon Guobadia is one of the biggest topics in reality TV this year. Unfortunately, it seems like it won’t be smooth sailing until the papers are actually signed. Recently, Porsha responded to Simon dragging the RHOA production team into the drama.
Fans will recall that Simon is requesting the production company behind the show sit for a deposition as well as hand over all forms of communication between them and Porsha that have anything to do with him.
According to Radar Online, Porsha is fighting back. Porsha is saying that Simon is trying to “overburden, annoy, harass, and oppress” with his request for Truly Original, which is the production company behind RHOA, to be involved with their divorce. The same is true for him wanting information about her income from RHOA for 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Porsha goes on to say that his request to depose her employers was “not issued in good faith.”
According to court documents filed by her legal team, “The Subpoena broadly requests contracts, amendments, memos of understanding, financial documents, all communications, photographs, videos, recordings, tapings, footage or filming, none of which is relevant to do with divorce, or at least no basis has been shown thus far why such an invasive inquiry into would be appropriate or reasonable.”
Porsha also says that Simon’s request for income information is “not relevant whatsoever,” and that he is trying to sidestep their prenup.
The court docs say, “The Subpoena for Deposition issued in this matter by Respondent to True Entertainment, LLC was not issued in good faith, and is yet another deliberate and desperate attempt by Respondent to undermine the parties’ Prenuptial Agreement, overexpand the case, and delay enforcement of the parties’ Prenuptial Agreement and resolution of this matter as a whole.”
Porsha also feels that Simon is “attempting to intimidate, harass, and threaten her reputation, career, and ability to earn income by intimidating and harassing her employer.”
Radar Onlineis also reporting that Simon and his company, which is called Simcol, now have a default judgment against them for failure to respond to being sued over a bill for a private jet. According to court documents, he has been ordered to pay $887,000. The company, NetJets, sued Simon back in January.
Simon has said that the issue will be taken care of.
Marlo sat down with PEOPLE and revealed that she won’t be returning to the Bravo franchise for season 16.
“My contract with Real Housewives of Atlanta ended when season 15 wrapped. This break from RHOA is a fresh start, allowing me the space to participate in new creative entertainment projects focused on my future, and not reliving my past,” she said.
“My nephews are transitioning into pivotal stages of their academic adolescence, and I am focused on my representation in their eyes and getting back to showing my multifaceted lifestyle of philanthropy, fashion, and fabulosity! I am thankful for this amazing platform of Housewives, which has allowed me to bring awareness to foster care, my non-profit Glam It Up, Inc., and showcase my fashion showroom, Le’Archive. I look forward to my continued relationship with Bravo and NBC Universal.”
Hampton’s exit comes only two years after she was made a full-time peach holder. She first hit the screen on the franchise back in season 4 as a friend of former cast member NeNe Leakes. The Le’ Archive fashionista returned in seasons 6, 8 and 9 as a guest. Then Marlo returned to friend status in 10, 11, 12 and 13.
Throughout her journey, Hampton and her intriguing clapbacks became beloved by fans. Her scene-stealing moments sparked a social media movement advocating for her promotion. Bravo fulfilled the request in seasons 14 and 15.
When she sat down with PEOPLE back in April 2022 she stated, “It’s still surreal to me.” Adding that she wouldn’t feel like the role was “really real” until she watched herself on the show. “I have this peach … I’m just excited.”
That feeling, however, didn’t last long as diminished viewership and internal conflicts among the cast compelled the network to implement significant alterations to RHOA.
The series underwent a production hiatus for several months, making changes internally and restructing the Housewives. During BravoCon 2023 in November, Andy Cohen clarified that there wouldn’t be a Real Housewives of New York City-style reboot but mentioned the show would leverage specific stars as anchors.
“I always love building with what we have,” he said at the time. “I think Atlanta has some really strong building blocks that are already there and we have a growth opportunity for Atlanta.”
More Cast Shake-ups For The Upcoming Season 16 Of RHOA
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Those changes have been made apparent with several members exiting the show. News broke that Kandi Burruss would be departing the show after 14 years. Messy fan-favorite Porsha Williams will return after a two-season absence.
As for the remaining peach holders — including Kenya Moore, Drew Sidora, Shereé Whitfield and Sanya Richards-Ross — their status remains unknown.
A lot of fans have been wondering how the new season will play out and if the viewership will ever get back to the days when the franchise dominated the ratings.
Earlier this month, Cohen, opened up about the future of the franchise while discussing Williams-Guobadia’s return on his Radio Andy SiriusXM channel.
“We’ve got wonderful casting. We’ve got some amazing new gals, and this is gonna feel, I’m feeling very positive about the new season of Atlanta, so just standby and you will hear more.”
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Additionally, rumors say that Sanya Richards-Ross also got the ax from the hit Bravo show. Plus, has the season 16 cast been revealed?
The first bit of casting news for RHOA season 16 came when Kandi announced at The Grammys that she decided to leave the show. Many sources are claiming that the network needed to know her decision before they could move forward with casting other ladies.
Now, Marlo has told People that she will not be returning to the show for season 16. She said, “My contract with Real Housewives of Atlanta ended when season 15 wrapped. This break from RHOA is a fresh start, allowing me the space to participate in new creative entertainment projects focused on my future and not reliving my past.”
Marlo continued, “My nephews are transitioning into pivotal stages of their academic adolescence, and I am focused on my representation in their eyes and getting back to showing my multifaceted lifestyle of philanthropy, fashion, and fabulosity! I am thankful for this amazing platform of Housewives, which has allowed me to bring awareness to foster care, my non-profit Glam It Up, Inc., and showcase my fashion showroom, Le’Archive.
Marlo continued by saying, “I look forward to my continued relationship with Bravo and NBC Universal.”
Many fans had speculated about Marlo’s future on the show. For one, it almost seemed her primary purpose was to antagonize Kandi, and with Kandi gone, what else would she do? Not only that, but many fans were displeased with her performance on the show after getting a peach.
Marlo first appeared on the show during season 4. She has appeared in multiple seasons but didn’t become a full-time housewife until season 14.
The Neighborhood Talk is also reporting that Sanya won’t be back for season 16. Sources told the outlet that Sanya and Marlo were informed of the decision this week. They are also saying that the cast will include Porsha, Kenya, Shamea, and Drew. Additionally, the three newbies will be Angela Reed, Akila Coleman, and Brit Eady. If this rumor is true, the cast will include Sheree as a friend.
It seems likely that Bravo might confirm some of this casting news soon and it seems they might begin filming soon. So, are you sad to see Marlo go? Do you believe the rumored cast? With the recent news about Porsha, this could be a solid season of RHOA.
The franchise show has generated much discussion and speculation about veteran cast members making a comeback. With Porsha’s announcement of her return, fans are anticipating NeNe Leakes to follow suit.
However, sources close to the show revealed to TMZ that NeNe isn’t in any talks to join the upcoming season 16. They were also told producers haven’t reached out to her to have any conversations about the possibility.
This is disappointing news for Nene Leakes’ fans as they’ve been awaiting her return since her departure in 2020.
Fans have flooded her comment section daily with comments such as, “Sign that RHOA contract along with Porsha -thanks management.”
Another fan wrote, “@neneleakes miss you on my screen â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ come back please!”
Speculation heightened when NeNe started following Bravo on Instagram in November 2023. Fans interpreted this as a potential sign of improved relations with the network, especially considering her 2022 lawsuit alleging a toxic work environment with racism tolerated by the show’s producers.
Nene has always voiced her opinions on the franchise show. She recently stated the showrunners need to blow something up to bolster viewership due to extremely low ratings.
She also echoed what many viewers have said for years now: the show needs some fresh blood after 15 years of the same cast.
It’s safe to say Nene Leakes won’t make a return to the show. Maybe we’ll see her make a debut on a different network with her own show one day!
Just months after Brielle, 26, faced a lawsuit from American Express over an alleged $12,000 bill, which was later dismissed, and amid the many lawsuits filed against the Real Housewives of Atlanta alum, 45, the women are being accused of failing to pay for their 2019 Range Rover.
According to court documents obtained by Radar Online on December 22, Ally Bank has filed a lawsuit against Kim and Brielle, stating that they’ve failed to meet the terms of their sales agreement, which required them to pay $1,903 each month for the vehicle.
“Defendants have defaulted on their obligations under the Contract,” the suit said. “As of May 31, 2023, Defendants are indebted to Ally in the sum of $83,969.35. on the Contract.”
In their lawsuit against Kim and Brielle, the bank has asked for permission to take possession of the car.
As Kim continues to face financial hardships, including a $1 million tax lien, she and estranged husbandKroy Biermann, 38, are hoping to sell their seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom, 9,500 square foot home in Milton, Georgia, recently cutting $500,000 off their $6 million asking price.
In other Kim Zolciak news, details regarding her messy split from ex-husband Daniel Toce, who accused the former RHOA cast member of “cruel treatment,” have been revealed.
According to a report, Daniel was thrown out of the Georgia home he shared with Kim as she filed for divorce in September 2001, just four months after they wed, and requested alimony for their daughter, Ariana Biermann, now 22.
After separating in August of that year, when she was eight months pregnant with Ariana, Kim accused Daniel of cheating and “willfully and without justification deserted her and his unborn child,” and she couldn’t work at The Cheetah, an adult venue, due to her pregnancy and needed financial assistance.
“Though Defendant has ample income, he has refused to equally share in the parties outstanding debt or mortgage of the marital home,” Kim claimed in the documents obtained by Radar Online. “As a result of Plaintiff’s pregnancy, childbirth, resulting loss of income and refusal by Defendant to provide financial assistance, Plaintiff is in dire financial straits.”
Kim also said she owed $4,875.69 to Kmart and $900 to Children’s Place, among others, and Daniel was ultimately ordered to pay her $1,200 a month in child support (Kim was already receiving $628 a month from Brielle’s dad).
Kim and Daniel’s divorce was finalized in February 2003, and years later, in 2011, he was convicted of sexual assault and sexual contact with a minor.
In a new lawsuit against Bravo, Marco Vega — the butler on season two of the multi-franchise Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip — says Phaedra Parks and Brandi Glanville touched him without his consent.
While he isn’t suing the reality stars, he says Bravo encourages its talent to act inappropriately for viewers’ entertainment.
Marco Vega Is Suing Bravo & Citing His Interactions With Phaedra & Brandi
According to TMZ, Vega says the situation unfolded during the cast trip to Dorinda Medley‘s Blue Stone Manor in Massachusetts. Marco reportedly highlighted a moment when — while dancing — Phaedra patted his booty before Brandi ripped off his shirt. This aired during the fourth episode of the seven-part series and featured the other Housewives shrieking in amusement.
After a bourbon-fueled, prohibition-themed dinner party, viewers specifically saw the ladies cutting up while getting handsy with one another. Marco appeared to get in on the fun as well.
Shortly after Phaedra had a lil’ moment with Marco, Brandi ripped off his shirt. In a confessional, Glanville declared, “Earn your money, Marco! Take your shirt off. Do something.”
As a result, Marco says his wife was angered by the situation and noted that it sparked marital issues.
Check out the on-camera interaction between Marco and the ladies down below.
Is Vanity Fair Also Cookin’ Something Up Against Bravo?
News of Marco’s lawsuit follows Page Six reporting that Vanity Fair is in the process of conducting a months-long exposé on Bravo’s relationship with its talent.
Citing a source, Page Six reports that the alleged exposé is “really going deep into what the women go through and what’s expected of them as members of the cast and members of the ‘Bravo family.’”
Notably, YouTube blogger Up and Adam! also reported that he had knowledge of the alleged development since August.
The rumored investigative piece has not yet been published.
