NeNe Leakeswas a stapleonThe Real Housewives of Atlantafrom its inception in 2008 until her acrimonious exit in 2020. Her former castmate,Kenya Moore, has been on the show since Season 5. Their relationship has been a rollercoaster.With a recast reportedly underwayahead ofthe reality show’s15th season, Moore recently weighed in on whether Leakes' return would be good for the show. Amid her exit, Leakes sued Bravo claiming that there was a cultivated racist environment on the show. She dropped the suit in 2022. Moore says the lawsuit hasirreparable damage.
While on theBig Tiggers V103radio show, Moore had some thoughts on a possible return of Leakes on the series. “That door is closed…when you sue your employer, what do you expect to happen…I don’t understand why people think that’s a possibility,” she said firmly. She clarified that the idea isn’t something she’s opposed to but that the lawsuit would make it impossible to see Leakes again. “I don’t hate the idea of it, becauseI’ve been very vocal about the fact that I think she was great for the show. But in reality, how do you recover from suing your bosses and the network and saying all the things she said…you didn’t just burn a bridge, you blew it up,” she added.
WhenAndy Cohenwas asked about whether Leakes could return to the show, he remained evasive. “She asked me to keep her name out of my mouth a few years ago so I try to respect that," he said.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta
A reality series focusing on the personal and professional lives of several women in Atlanta’s high society. The show documents their interactions, from lavish parties and business ventures to intimate moments with family and friends. The cast members navigate complex relationships, intense rivalries, and significant life events, providing a mix of drama, entertainment, and insight into the pressures and privileges of their status. Each episode highlights the evolving dynamics within the group, showcasing the highs and lows of their interconnected lives.
Fans Have Been Begging For Nene Leakes to Return to ‘RHOA’
The current issue withThe Real Housewives of Atlantais the stalemate between the cast and production. The reported reboot underway is said to be similar to that ofThe Real Housewives of New Yorkor for any indication of a change. Many wantedKim Zolciak Biermannto returnbut if that was the case, it would probably keep Leakes from returning as well given that she claimed that Zolciak made “racially offensive and stereotypical” comments during their filming together in her lawsuit. Still, fans would like tosee Leakes back in action.
NeNe Leakes Says There’s Only One Way to Save ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’
Nene Leakes had an acrimonious exit from ‘RHOA’ after Season 13 concluded.
As Moore said, casting announcements should be coming shortly for the next season ofThe Real Housewives of Atlanta.Kandi Burrusshas also been vocal about her frustrations with halted production.
“They still haven’t told everybody who they’re bringing back,” Burruss said during a recent livestream clip captured byThe Neighborhood Talk. “They’re being real…[they’re] tripping! People got lives around here. We gotta make plans for other things,” she added. Burruss is always booked and busy. In addition to being the longest-runningRHOAfull-time cast member, she’s on several television shows, producing Broadway plays and several television films, touring with Xscape, running her Atlanta eateries and other businesses, and being a wife and mother of four.
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