The Real Housewives of Potomac Showbiz Cheat Sheet

The Real Housewives of Potomac
Robyn Dixon, Monique Samuels, Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Boalch Darby, and Candiace Dillard of 'The Real Housewives of Potomac' | Tommy Garcia/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank
The Real Housewives of Potomac
The Real Housewives of Potomac is a reality TV series airing on Bravo and other streaming platforms. A member of the Real Housewives franchise, it focuses on affluent women's careers, love lives, and families in Potomac, Maryland. Bravo's first attempt to develop a reality TV show in Washington, D.C., was canceled after one season. The Real Housewives of Potomac became the network's second, more successful attempt as fan-favorite cast members like Karen Huger and Gizelle Bryant entertain viewers with their antics and drama.
- Debut Year: 2016
- Network: Bravo
- Filming Location: Potomac, Maryland
- Where to Watch: Bravo, Hulu, and Peacock
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‘RHOP’: Robyn Dixon Defends Her Criticism of Wendy Osefo’s Alleged Personality Change – ‘Her Vibe Was Different’
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‘RHOP’: Why Candiace Dillard’s Husband Chris Bassett Sold His Restaurant and How He Earns a Living Now
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5 years ago
‘RHOP’: Take a Look Inside Gizelle Bryant’s West Wing of Her New Home
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4 years ago
‘RHOP’ Alum Monique Samuels Reveals Salary She Made During Her First Season of the Show
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3 years ago
‘RHOP’ Alum Monique Samuels Says Fans See Her Reach Breaking Point in Marriage on ‘Love & Marriage: D.C.’

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‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’: Ken Gives Latricia an Ultimatum in Nov. 15 Episode [CLIP]

In the next episode of OWN's 'Love & Marriage: Huntsville,' Ken tells Latricia that she needs to go to therapy to work out her past trauma.

by Megan Elliott

Published on November 8, 2025

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Chrishell Stause Quits ‘Selling Sunset’ After ‘Brutal’ Season 9 Reunion

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‘RHOBH’ Adds Another New Housewife for Season 15: Who Is Amanda Frances?

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by Megan Elliott

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Bravo Sets Premiere Date for ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 12 With All-New Cast

It's time for a shift change at 'Vanderpump Rules'

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‘Basketball Wives’ Alum Joins ‘Married to Medicine’ Season 12 Cast

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‘Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition’: Which Housewives Are Part of the New Show?

Four Housewives will see how the other half lives in Bravo's reboot of 'Wife Swap.'

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Published on October 5, 2025

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Teresa Giudice Was Paid ‘Nothing’ for ‘RHONJ’ Season 1, Ex Joe Giudice Says

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Monique Samuels on Quitting ‘RHOP’ – ‘I’m Done, I’ve Had Enough, and I’m Moving on With My Life’

Monique Samuels says she's done with the drama on 'RHOP' and has quit the show. Samuels blames her co-stars alleged plot to destroy her family.

by Brenda Alexander

‘RHOP’: Karen Huger Called Bravo After Feeling Threatened From a Candiace Dillard Bassett Text

After lines were drawn following the big fight of The Real Housewives of Potomac season 5, Karen Huger and Candiace Dillard Bassett, who once had a mother and daughter-like bond, were at odds. Things reached a fever pitch during the final part of the season's three-part reunion as the two started yelling back and forth after Huger placed a call to Bravo after she received an alarming text from Dillard Bassett.

by Trey Mangum

‘RHOP’: Wendy Osefo’s Husband Eddie Reveals the Status of the Family’s Relationship with His Parents

On this season of The Real Housewives of Potomac, a major component of newcomer Wendy Osefo's storyline was her family's relationship with her husband Eddie Osefo's parents. While Andy Cohen broke down the season with each of the ladies, viewers got a status update on how things are for the Osefos and if that relationship has improved any.

by Trey Mangum

‘RHOP’: Did Wendy Osefo Already Know Monique Samuels Would Not Return Next Season?

Wendy Osefo from 'RHOP' said she wasn't entirely sure if Monique Samuels would return to the show next year.

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‘RHOP’: Robyn Dixon Drops Bombshell on Karen Huger About Her ‘Embellished’ Hat

Robyn Dixon of 'RHOP' is not going to let anyone drag her business down. During the reunion she clapped back at Karen Huger in an epic way.

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‘RHOP’ Fans React To Monique Samuels Announcing Exit After the Reunion

After Monique Samuels announced she was leaving 'RHOP,' reactions from fans came pouring in. Viewers expressed their sentiment on the bombshell announcement.

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‘RHOP’: Wendy Osefo Reveals if She Got a Contract for Season 6

Wendy Osefo was the new housewife on the block for The Real Housewives of Potomac season 5. After there were some rumors online that she didn't receive a contract to return to the show for the new season, Osefo, known on the show as Dr. Wendy, shut down all of the rumblings in a social media post this weekend.

by Trey Mangum

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‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Quits, Won’t Return for Season 6

After being a full-time cast member on 'RHOP,' Monique Samuels says she's over it. The reality TV star confirmed she won't be returning to the show for season 6.

by Armando Tinoco

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Responds to Rumor That Contracts Have Gone out For Season 6, Hints at Status With Show

The season-long conflict between The Real Housewives of Potomac stars Ashley Darby and Monique Samuels is set to hit a climax during the third and final part of the reunion this Sunday. Ahead of the episode, Samuels spoke on a live stream and answered a fan's question about the social media rumor that contracts for season 6 of the show have gone out.

by Trey Mangum

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Posts Clip of Candiace Dillard Seemingly Admitting To the Infamous ‘Plot’

'RHOP' star Monique Samuels posted clip of Candiace Dillard admitting to infamous 'plot' of spreading rumor regarding her family.

by Tamara Grant

‘RHOP’: Ashley Darby Chimes in on Fans Believing She Doesn’t Hold Michael Darby Accountable

In a recent interview ahead of the third and final part of the reunion, Ashley Darby spoke out about all of the chatter on social media that she isn't holding her husband accountable and why she decided against a post-nuptial agreement.

by Trey Mangum

‘RHOP:’ Jamal Bryant Hits Monique Samuels With a Cease and Desist – Samuels and Her Husband Fire Back and Threaten Legal Action

'RHOP' star Monique Samuels' husband is threatening to sue Jamal Bryant. Bryant has hit Samuels with a cease and desist due to her reunion binder shade.

by Brenda Alexander

‘RHOP:’ Jamal Bryant’s Alleged Ex Speaks Out About Their 10-Year Relationship, Says Bryant Is Faking Relationship With Gizelle and Has Multiple Babies With Other Women

Jamal Bryant's alleged ex is sharing her truth following the Monique Samuels' binder blindside at the 'RHOP' reunion. Bryant denies the Samuels and the woman's claims.

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‘RHOP’: Robyn Dixon Defends Her Criticism of Wendy Osefo’s Alleged Personality Change – ‘Her Vibe Was Different’

‘RHOP’: Why Candiace Dillard’s Husband Chris Bassett Sold His Restaurant and How He Earns a Living Now

‘RHOP’: Take a Look Inside Gizelle Bryant’s West Wing of Her New Home

‘RHOP’ Alum Monique Samuels Reveals Salary She Made During Her First Season of the Show

‘RHOP’ Alum Monique Samuels Says Fans See Her Reach Breaking Point in Marriage on ‘Love & Marriage: D.C.’

‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’: Ken Gives Latricia an Ultimatum in Nov. 15 Episode [CLIP]

Chrishell Stause Quits ‘Selling Sunset’ After ‘Brutal’ Season 9 Reunion

‘Married at First Sight’ Season 19: [Spoiler] Is Pregnant!

‘RHOBH’ Adds Another New Housewife for Season 15: Who Is Amanda Frances?

Bravo Sets Premiere Date for ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 12 With All-New Cast

‘Basketball Wives’ Alum Joins ‘Married to Medicine’ Season 12 Cast

‘Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition’: Which Housewives Are Part of the New Show?

Teresa Giudice Was Paid ‘Nothing’ for ‘RHONJ’ Season 1, Ex Joe Giudice Says

Teddi Mellencamp Spills Details on ‘Real Housewives’ Paychecks

Monique Samuels on Quitting ‘RHOP’ – ‘I’m Done, I’ve Had Enough, and I’m Moving on With My Life’

‘RHOP’: Karen Huger Called Bravo After Feeling Threatened From a Candiace Dillard Bassett Text

‘RHOP’: Wendy Osefo’s Husband Eddie Reveals the Status of the Family’s Relationship with His Parents

‘RHOP’: Did Wendy Osefo Already Know Monique Samuels Would Not Return Next Season?

‘RHOP’: Robyn Dixon Drops Bombshell on Karen Huger About Her ‘Embellished’ Hat

‘RHOP’ Fans React To Monique Samuels Announcing Exit After the Reunion

‘RHOP’: Wendy Osefo Reveals if She Got a Contract for Season 6

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Quits, Won’t Return for Season 6

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Responds to Rumor That Contracts Have Gone out For Season 6, Hints at Status With Show

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Posts Clip of Candiace Dillard Seemingly Admitting To the Infamous ‘Plot’

‘RHOP’: Ashley Darby Chimes in on Fans Believing She Doesn’t Hold Michael Darby Accountable

‘RHOP:’ Jamal Bryant Hits Monique Samuels With a Cease and Desist – Samuels and Her Husband Fire Back and Threaten Legal Action

‘RHOP:’ Jamal Bryant’s Alleged Ex Speaks Out About Their 10-Year Relationship, Says Bryant Is Faking Relationship With Gizelle and Has Multiple Babies With Other Women

‘RHOP’: Despite Candiace Dillard Vowing To Not Film With Monique Samuels, Samuels Is Open To Returning To the Show

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Says She Didn’t React To Candiace Dillard’s Comments During Reunion Due To ‘Growth’

‘RHOP’: Gizelle Bryant Denies Pushing Monique Samuels Into Fight: ‘It Was a Stop’

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Addresses Hanging Out With Charrisse Jackson Jordan Following Paternity Rumors

‘RHOP’: Fans Think Bravo Might Fire Monique Samuels Following a Comment From Andy Cohen

‘RHOP’: Fans Call Out Jamal Bryant For Not Defending Gizelle In Response to Monique Samuels

‘RHOP’: Monique Samuels Says Candiace Dillard Running off Stage Crying Deserves an ‘Oscar’