RHOA: Producers Allegedly Having Trouble Casting Housewives Amid Shakeup

The Real Housewives of Atlanta is dealing with a shakeup ahead of season 14 as producers are reportedly working to assemble the returning cast. With NeNe Leakes officially out and Cynthia Bailey wrapping her fairytale last season, it’s said that execs are stumped when it comes to who to add to the cast. There are some ladies who have already solidified their peach holding status. But there are some that could either lose or regain their status as a housewife.

Season 13 wrapped with dismal reviews from fans. Despite it being filmed during a pandemic, viewers felt like the season lacked any real depth and storyline. Aside from ‘strippergate’, there wasn’t much for fans to indulge in like in past seasons. It was the first season filmed post-NeNe’s exit. RHOA‘s crowned OG and reigning queen had always made a splash on the show. But following her exit, fans turned to new drama for entertainment. Newcomers Drew Sidora and LaToya Ali helped bring new energy and new drama to the show. But in the end, viewers were left unimpressed with the entirety of the season.

Now ahead of season 14 it looks like producers are stumped when it comes to casting. Sources have told LoveBScott that RHOA production “has no idea who they want to round out the cast and why.” There are a number of rumors as to why the cast hasn’t been finalized. Porsha Williams is a fan favorite who always brings authentic drama to the show. The Bravo’s Chat Room host is currently filming her eight-episode spinoff that follows her family life and her new relationship with Simon Guobadia. However, it’s said that Porsha is reluctant about returning to RHOA because she knows the ladies will target her new romance. Porsha is reportedly afraid that the ladies will try to bring women from Simon’s past onto the show to confront her and she would rather avoid all of that unnecessary drama.

It’s said that Cynthia is most likely not set to return considering that her storyline has been told. Following her wedding to Mike Hill last year, Cynthia is happily married and was never one to cause conflict. Kandi Burruss and Kenya Moore are both rumored to be returning. They each have ongoing life occurrences that viewers enjoy taking in. There have been rumors that OG housewife Sheree Whitfield is set to come back. However, it’s said that she will be placed on a “starter housewife” salary. If Sheree does return, it will come at the expense of Cynthia.

Meanwhile, Marlo Hampton might possibly be getting an official peach. The longtime friend of the show has always been well-received by viewers and it’s said that producers are considering bringing her on full-time. It’s rumored that Drew will not be returning. While she is reportedly filming for Porsha’s spinoff, it’s said that Real Housewives of Atlanta producers weren’t that impressed with her turnout in season 13. Fellow newbie LaToya is also not expected to return as producers will have enough “bone collectors” with Kenya and Sheree. But the issue is producers are hoping to have seven full-time housewives and Kandi, Porsha, Kenya, Sheree, and Marlo only make five. That’s also if Porsha decides to return next season.

Source: LoveBScott