With her return to Bravo in the upcoming series “Real Housewives: Ultimate Road Trip,” NeNe Leakes is making a highly anticipated comeback. The announcement of the new series was made by Andy Cohen at the 2025 BravoCon, and sources have confirmed that Leakes will be joining the cast. This marks her first appearance on Bravo since departing from “RHOA” in 2020.
Leakes had previously been embroiled in a public legal battle with Bravo, NBCUniversal, True Entertainment, and Andy Cohen in 2022. The federal lawsuit, accusing the production of fostering a racist and hostile work environment, was eventually dropped in August 2022, with both parties agreeing to settle the matter through arbitration. The lawsuit alleged that racist remarks made by fellow housewife Kim Zolciak-Biermann were repeatedly ignored by production.
Despite her legal troubles in the past, Leakes will not be a full-time cast member on “Real Housewives Ultimate Road Trip.” Instead, she will only make appearances when the series films in Atlanta. The show will feature beloved housewives from various franchises as they embark on a journey through iconic landmarks in “Real Housewives” history, celebrating the franchise’s nearly 20 years on the air.
As the series gears up for its premiere, additional cast members and a release date have yet to be announced. Fans can expect to see Leakes bringing her signature sass and style to the screen as she joins the cast on their road trip adventure. The first iteration of “Real Housewives” premiered all the way back in 2006 with “The Real Housewives of Orange County.”
Through all the ups and downs, Leakes continues to captivate audiences with her larger-than-life personality and unapologetic attitude. Her return to the Bravo family is sure to generate excitement among fans who have been eagerly awaiting her comeback. In a world of ever-changing trends and personalities, Leakes remains a steadfast presence, unafraid to speak her mind and make her mark in the world of reality television.
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