Monique Samuels exited the “Real Housewives of Potomac” after a physical altercation with Candiace Dillard-Bassett during the show’s fifth season, following a close friendship that turned sour due to a miscommunication. Both Samuels and Dillard-Bassett filed assault charges against each other, which were dismissed in December 2020, and Samuels announced her departure from the show after the season 5 reunion.
The Real Housewives of Potomac has seen several cast changes over the years, including the departure of Monique Samuels after a physical altercation with Candiace Dillard-Bassett, leading to legal actions that were eventually dismissed, and Monique’s subsequent exit from the show.
Oh, the drama, the glitz, and the glam. The “Real Housewives of Potomac” series has seen its fair share of goodbyes. Cast members have come and gone, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.
Monique Samuels’ exit was a shocker. After her clash with Candiace Dillard-Bassett in season 5, she decided to step back. It all started in 2017 when the two were thick as thieves. But oh, how quickly things can change.
A simple miscommunication spiraled into a full-blown physical altercation. Cameras caught Monique grabbing Candiace by the hair in an October 2020 episode. The intensity didn’t stop there; Monique tried to confront Candiace again later in the episode.
Legal troubles followed. Monique, a mom of three and wife to Chris Samuels, faced second-degree assault charges. She didn’t just sit back, though. A counterclaim was filed against Candiace. By December 2020, both charges were dropped. Talk about a rollercoaster!
After the season 5 reunion, Monique announced she was leaving “RHOP.” It seemed like the end of an era. Yet, Katie Rost, another former star, has made occasional cameos since her departure. Katie’s journey has been a bit of a whirlwind too. After her initial stint, she was demoted, then popped back up in season 4 as a “friend.” She even made a brief appearance in season 7, in October 2022.
So, where are these former “RHOP” stars now? Scroll down to catch up on their latest adventures. It’s a wild ride, but hey, that’s reality TV for you.
