The television personality, who became part of the Bravo series during season 3, recently disclosed her decision not to return for its upcoming — and highly anticipated —ninth season.
Candiace’s exit follows a tumultuous season of “RHOP” marked by conflicts with original cast members and former pals Robyn Dixon and Gizelle Bryant.
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Candiace Dillard Bassett: ‘This Is Not Farewell’
Candiace has announced her departure from “RHOP” after a six-year run. In a statement released to effect her exit the singer declared:
“As I embark on a new chapter after six remarkable years with ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac,’ I am filled with gratitude for the enriching friendships, personal growth and moments of introspection that have defined this journey.”
She claimed that she was taking “a break from RHOP’ due to “a whirlwind of new opportunities and responsibilities on my plate.” After highlighting that “This is not a farewell, but a ‘see you later,'” the 37-year-old appreciately told PEOPLE:
“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!”
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Considering that her departure from the show comes on the heels of her beef with Bryant and Dixon, fans will no doubt wonder if the trio reconciled during the reunion.
In the reunion’s trailer, which premiered on Friday, showed Candiace reaffirming her sentiments toward the two, labeling Dixon a “loser” and maintaining the insults she directed at Bryant throughout the year.
Shockingly, it has also been rumored that Dixon is exiting “RHOP,” after Bravo let her go as part of what The JasmineBRAND has dubbed a cast shake-up.
Unlike Candiace, the 44-year-old has not yet issued an official statement regarding her purported departure.