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Nneka Ihim is officially out for season nine of RHOP. Get all the details on her exit statement.
On Monday, May 13, Nneka Ihim confirmed her exit from the Real Housewives of Potomac after only one season.
“I will not be returning for season 9 of RHOP,” the one season wonder told PEOPLE in a statement, amid rumors of her exit.
“At this point, after multiple failed fertility procedures, I have decided to make expanding my family my ultimate priority,” Nneka said. “Thank you to the fans that have supported me along the way this season, especially regarding my difficult IUI turned IVF journey, and the stigma surrounding infertility. All of the kind remarks have genuinely kept me uplifted and have fueled my determination to continue to share my story.”
She went on to express her “sincere appreciation to Bravo and Truly Original for the opportunity,” and notes that she created beautiful friendships with wonderful women during her time on the Potomac Housewives franchise.
“As a true resident of Potomac proper, 20854, just know that I’ll be seeing you all again soon,” she added.
Rumor has it that former QVC host Stacey Rusch is joining the season 9 cast of the Real Housewives of Potomac as a full-time cast member.
The 37-year-old will star on season 9 of RHOP alongside returning cast members Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant, Mia Thornton, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo.
The season 9 cast will be rounded out byKeiarna Stewart, who is reprotedly being upgraded from a friend to a full-time Housewife.
Bravo recently shook things up in Potomac by firing OG castmember Robyn Dixon. Candiace Dillard and Nneka have also exited the series ahead of season 9.
The Real Housewives of Potomac is expected to return for season 9 in early 2025.
