In an exciting announcement for fans of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” Porsha Williams Guobadia is making her highly anticipated return for the show’s 16th season.
The news, confirmed by Bravo on Tuesday, marks a significant moment for both the network and Williams Guobadia herself, who departed the series in 2021. Alongside her comeback to the reality TV scene, Williams Guobadia also revealed a strategic partnership with NBCUniversal, signing an overall scripted talent deal aimed at exploring various scripted project opportunities across the network’s extensive broadcast and streaming platforms.
Expressing her gratitude for the opportunity, Williams Guobadia shared, “I’m incredibly thankful for the vision and faith NBCUniversal has put in me to be a larger part of their family. I’m looking forward to being back on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ and showing the world my new world!”
Rachel Smith, Executive Vice President of Unscripted Content, Lifestyle, and Documentaries at NBCUniversal Entertainment, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing Williams Guobadia’s multi-talented nature and the audience’s unwavering support for her throughout the years.
Smith stated, “Porsha Williams Guobadia is a multi-hyphenate, and we are fortunate to collaborate and tap into her creativity and passion through this partnership. Our audience has supported and admired Porsha as she so authentically, hilariously, and vulnerably shared her life over the years, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome her back to the NBCU family.”
Williams Guobadia herself took to Instagram to share the exciting news with her followers, playfully teasing her return with a nod to her former co-star Kandi Burruss: “Who said that? Porsha Williams coming back to ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’? That’s false. But Porsha Guobadia is in the building. Haha, see ya, mwah!”
Her departure from RHOA in 2021 raised questions among fans, especially given her engagement to now-husband Simon Guobadia, which occurred amidst rumors and speculation. However, Williams Guobadia clarified that her decision to step away from the show was deeply personal and unrelated to her relationship status. Reflecting on her journey, she emphasized, “I’ve dealt with a lot of harsh things on the show…So no, this had nothing to do with that.”
Throughout her tenure on the series, cameras captured Williams Guobadia navigating various life challenges, including a high-profile divorce and struggles with postpartum depression. Despite the ups and downs, she remained resilient, eventually deciding to depart the show months before meeting her husband.
As the show prepares for its next chapter, Williams Guobadia’s return promises fresh dynamics and compelling storylines, setting the stage for another memorable season of drama, laughter, and authenticity.