Candiace Dillard-Bassetthas not had a great seasononThe Real Housewives of Potomac. She’s been in ongoing feuds withRobyn DixonandGizelle Bryant,and her relationship withAshley Darbyremained in limbo. With continued jabs against her husband,Chris Bassett, from her “friends” andthe entire group of women divided into separate teams, it was a lot to take on. Ahead of the Season 8 reunion, Dillard-Bassett has announced thatshe is not returning forThe Real Housewives of PotomacSeason 9. This isn’t the end of the singer/reality star.
In anexclusive withPeople,Dillard Bassett talked about the series and how grateful she was to the show. She joined, with her husband, in Season 3. “As I embark on a new chapter after six remarkable years withTheReal Housewives of Potomac, I am filled with gratitude for the enriching friendships, personal growth and moments of introspection that have defined this journey,” Dillard-Bassett said. “With a whirlwind of new opportunities and responsibilities on my plate, I have decided to take a break fromRHOP.” But, if her comments are anything to go on she is seemingly notgonebut just taking a breather. “This is not a farewell, but a ‘see you later.’ “
The end of her statement was for her fans thanking them for their support of her throughout the years and how they helped her on the show. “Your unwavering support has been my guiding light, andI look forward to the exciting adventures that lie ahead— and more importantly, sharing them all with you!” she said. This comes after Dillard Bassetthad accused her fellow cast matesof trying to get her fired from the series. According toPeople, Dillard Bassett did seemingly leave on her own volition and was not asked to leave the series.
The Real Housewives of Potomac
We follow the lives of 6 women residents of Potomac, Maryland, each in various stages of life and affluence, shaping their community and their lives.
Candiace Dillard-Bassett Made the Right Move With Her Exit
Dillard-Bassett spent much of the season in close relation only toWendy Osefo.The rest of the group, sansKaren Huger, seemingly tried to ice her out following a tense seventh season. Dixon expressed no interest in moving forward with a friendship and Bryant barely interacted with Dillard-Bassett. The season was less than entertaining due to the division. There were also outside forces, friends of Darby’s, who continued to antagonize her. It’s also something Bravo executiveAndy Cohentried to reconcile.
Deborah Williams’ Fight With Candiace Dillard-Bassett Is As Petty As She Is
Audio from the ‘RHOP’ fight between Deborah Williams and cast member Keiana Stewart has been released, proving that Deborah is simply petty.
“The flaw of this season is that there are women who aren’t able to find any common ground with some of the other women,so there are all these pockets of women that just won’t even acknowledge each other — which is not a recipe for, you know, [good TV],” Cohen noted on his radio show,SiriusXM’sAndy Cohen Live. “One of the hallmarks of theHousewivesis finding a way to move forward. And so, that was kind of the directive of thePotomacreunion.”
Unlike many of her co-stars,Dillard-Bassett has utilized her platform to explore other ventures in entertainment. She released a solo album,Deep Spaces,and embarked on a multi-city tour that she self-funded, as well as opening for the likes ofTamar Braxton. She has also been acting. Exiting the show while eyes are on her as a performer is a smart move.
The Real Housewives of Potomac airs on Sundays at 8 PM EST, with next-day episodes streaming on Peacock.
