Candiace Dillard Bassett says ‘see you later’ to ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’
Eva Hartman March 25, 2024 Candiace Dillard Bassettannounced she
is taking a break from
the
The
Real Housewives of Potomac
. ,
” the show’s network, Bravo, said Monday on its website.
in an exclusive interview with
following the Season 8 finale on Sunday. This is not a farewell, but a see you later, Dillard Bassett told
in a statement. Karen Huger of ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ arrested, cited in DUI crash
The former Miss United States and Obama campaign staffer cited a desire to focus on upcoming music and acting ventures. She hinted at an eventual return to the series but did not give a timeline, focusing instead on thanking fans for their loyalty.
“Your unwavering support has been my guiding light, and I look forward to the exciting adventures that lie ahead and more importantly, sharing them all with you! she
said in a statement. told the outlet.
Bravo
representatives
did not respond
immediately Monday
to The Times’ request for comment.
“Candiace Dillard-Bassett is an iconic Housewife, period. She elevated RHOP, and it loses a major force with her exit!
,
” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter) in response.
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Dillard Bassett joined Real Housewives during
the3rd
Season
3
in 2018, and her wedding to chef Chris Bassett was featured in Season 4.
The Howard University graduate captivated Real Housewives fans with her sharp tongue,
which earnedearning
her a spot on host Andy Cohens list of Shade Assassins
.
.
She and co-star Monique Samuels
charged each other were each charged
with second-degree assault
afterfollowing
an incident caught on Bravo cameras in 2019, in which Samuels grabbed Dillard Bassett by the hair. Both charges were later dismissed.
Season 8 saw tension between her and fellow housewives
Gizelle Bryant
and Robyn Dixon, which appears unlikely to be resolved during the reunion on March 31. The trailer for the reunion showed Dillard Bassett reaffirming her previous claims against the two and calling Dixon a “loser
.
“
.
Dixon is rumored to
also
be
departing
leaving the cast
as well
, according to
an alleged exclusive with
the Jasmine Brand. Bravo did not respond
Monday
to requests for confirmation.
