RHOP’s Candiace Dillard on Dismissal of Michael Darby’s $2 Million Defamation Suit: He “Deserves Absolutely Nothing”

‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Candiace Dillard has quietly been battling a defamation lawsuit brought against her by Michael Darby – the ex of castmate Ashley Darby.

And it was to the tune of $2 Million. Of that sum, $1 million was for compensatory damages and the other $1 million was for punitive damages.

The restauranteur/entrepreneur claimed the outspoken star’s remarks about his sex life in a season 7 episode were defamatory, borne out of hate, and caused the 64-year-old “public scorn, hatred, humiliation, ridicule, contempt and/or embarrassment.”

However, the judge did not agree.

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PEOPLE confirms that Darby’s lawsuit has been dismissed the case with prejudice – meaning it cannot be refiled in the future.

Put simply, it’s a wrap.

Speaking on the judgment, ‘Drive Back’ singer Dillard said:

“I am incredibly grateful to God for protecting me. I am also grateful for common sense, the support of my family and my incredible legal team for helping the plaintiff to get exactly what he deserves from me: absolutely nothing.”

The 37-year-old’s attorneys added:

“Bynum & Jenkins Law is honored to have represented Mrs. Bassett and assist in defending her name against these allegations.”

Needless to say, we imagine this will be addressed in the next season of the hit Bravo show.