Phaedra Parks has made a dramatic return to Real Housewives of Atlanta, snagging her peach back with only two weeks left of filming for season 16. Cynthia Bailey, her costar, expressed excitement over Phaedra’s return and shared that she made a big impact in her short time on the show. Phaedra, who previously held a peach on the show for seven years, was originally fired in 2017 for spreading rumors about another costar, Kandi Burruss, and her husband. Despite her past controversies, Phaedra’s return has been highly anticipated by fans.
Phaedra’s return to RHOA was announced in July, and her appearance in season 16 has been highly anticipated. Cynthia Bailey, who will also be appearing in the new season as a friend after leaving the Bravo franchise in 2021, teased Phaedra’s return and hinted at some drama to come. The new season will also feature other cast members such as Porsha Williams, Drew Sidora, and Shamea Morton Mwangi. Cynthia shared that she is excited to be back on the show, connecting with her former castmates and staying involved in the drama.
In addition to her return to RHOA, Cynthia Bailey is also focused on her new podcast, “Humble Brag,” which she co-hosts with former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Crystal Kung Minkoff. The podcast allows viewers to see a different side of Cynthia and Crystal, showcasing their personalities and chemistry outside of reality TV. Cynthia shared that the podcast is not a Real Housewives recap show, but rather an opportunity for fans to see more of their authentic selves and the common ground they share despite coming from different backgrounds.
Cynthia praised her co-host Crystal for her strong voice and shared that the podcast has given both of them the chance to showcase more of their personalities than what was seen on their respective reality TV shows. Despite being labeled as the “boring” or “normal” ones on their shows, Cynthia and Crystal have been able to show a different side of themselves through their podcast. The chemistry between the two hosts has resonated with fans, highlighting the authenticity of their connection and the unique perspective they bring to their podcast.
The upcoming season of Real Housewives of Atlanta, set to premiere in 2025, is expected to feature drama, excitement, and the return of fan-favorite cast members like Phaedra Parks. Cynthia Bailey’s return as a friend of the show promises to bring her back into the mix of the drama and relationships that viewers have come to love. As both Cynthia and Phaedra make their mark on the new season, fans can anticipate plenty of surprises, conflicts, and memorable moments that will keep them glued to their screens.
