It appears producers of the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ are looking to uproot the tree of the current franchise in favor of anchoring a new show with fresh peaches.
For, it’s being reported that a reboot of RHOA is officially in motion.
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Viewer displeasure with the current 15th season of the Bravo hit has been deafening.
Indeed, complaints have ranged from disjointed storylines to glaringly awkward group dynamics to rehashed beefs that have no spice or seasoning. In the broadest sense, many have deemed it the worst season of Housewives to date.
Interestingly, several of the Housewives themselves have echoed said sentiments in interviews about the season. Indeed, Kenya Moore – for example – has bemoaned axed scenes, omission of key storylines (such as the launch of her Kenya Moore Haircare Spa), and the almost-universally panned casting of Marlo Hampton as a full-time peach-holder.
According to LBS, execs have heard the voluminous unhappiness with the season and are plotting a reboot – similar to the recent ‘Real Housewives of New York’ – for RHOA.
Per the report, the decision to recast the show was allegedly made during the taping of the upcoming season 15 reunion and the wheels are said to be in motion already. For, feelers are actively sent out to the teams of potential peach-holders.
It’s further asserted that no existing Housewives are believed to be desired to anchor the rebooted iteration of RHOA. Rather “one or two” may be drawn upon as Friends of the revitalized cast.
Beyond fan feedback, more allegedly forms execs landing on this decision.
See, word is that the likes of Moore and Kandi Burruss (who is the highest-paid Housewife across all franchises) command a per-episode fee that is on par with what the stars of the rebooted RHONY are making…for their entire season.
With both ladies essentially being anchors of the current RHOA configuration, sunsetting them in a singular capacity would likely disrupt what is already being deemed a shaky lineup.
Add to this claims that execs are said to be very happy with their Housewives reboots as well the upcoming seasons of the ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ and ‘Married to Medicine,’ and it becomes clear how and why a total shake-up appears to be appealing in the grand scheme of things.
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That Grape Juice’s Weigh-In
Hmm.
It goes without saying that RHOA has been in desperate need of…something.
The glory years of it being appointment viewing, its social media dominance, and birthing stories and sayings that are etched in culture feel a little too distant for comfort.
So, as the age-old adage goes: something’s got to give.
At the same time, it’s a wholly risky exercise snatching beloved characters off-screen in one clean swoop.
For instance, say what folk will about Kandi Burruss, she comes with a whole supporting cast in her own right. A supporting cast that is known, loved, and often entertaining. Similarly, the likes of an activated Kenya Moore serve as TV gold in a way that is arguably impossible to duplicate. And though polarizing to some, it can also be argued that few (if any) recent RHOA additions have been as open with their story as Drew Sidora – who is unquestionably the season 15 MVP.
So, while the notion of a reboot makes sense in many ways, there are a number of cautions and considerations that really ought to go into the ultimate decision.
From our vantage point, a gutting and remolding of the existing cast presents as a plausible compromise.
In past seasons, casting has seen no more than one or two Housewives switched up at a time. There have also been countless seasons where an arguably lackluster collective cast is left as is (perhaps to fairly give newcomers a shake at acclimating more).
So, maybe just maybe, the move ought to be to wave goodbye to those who aren’t resonating with audiences and build a revitalized show around those who are with a meaty cast of newbies. For us, that would solely see Kenya, Kandi, and Drew stay. Take from that what you will.
Or…
If a reboot is a must, then exploring the seemingly benched idea of the RHONY “legacy show” for our beloved ATL peach-holders could be the move.
Enough from us, though. What are…
I do agree with the first sentiment, keep Kandi, Kenya, and Drew (although Drew is all over the place, she has become intriguing to watch each week). I feel like they should add an OG in the form of Porsha (pay her what she wants), and add Four new girls. The next season should have 8 full time peach holders, no more playing around with friends of the show, they are not necessary (ex. Tanya, Yovanna, Monyetta, Courtney). The new peach holders will inject fresh energy to the show while keep some of the nostalgia, and structure of the original seasons.
Just like Kenya said these new girls should be heavily tested just like her and the rest of the ladies who have been on the show for a long time. Take their time putting together this season, Bring Carlos King back and get a whole new production team, to get the most out of these girls. Bring Atlanta back to the top of the network, these girls are it.
I need Kenya on the screens.
They need to leave it alone. Just bow out gracefully. No one with good sense wants to be on RHOA. A reboot would be cheesy with a bunch of clout chasing influencers probably. Reality tv as a whole has taken a hit. People would much rather stream normal shows and movies these days.
True I definitely do not watch reality TV anymore and haven’t since about 2019. I think it’s run it’s course.
These filthy women are wasting time, money & space! No one is watching these ghetto ass cat fight
Shut it chinky
Bye c: r ac k er Mayo turkey neck
Personally, they all start to get on my nerves at some point, including Kenya and Kandi. Who wants to see a bunch of immature females constantly being messy and arguing back and forth? It’s interesting at first but then it gets old. For me to try to watch again, they’d have to bring most of the original/old cast back, especially Nene, Kim, and Phaedra who were funny when they wanted to be and entertaining when they got along. That would at least motivate me enough to consider giving it another try. Otherwise, I’ve had enough of reality TV and probably wouldn’t hang in there long regardless of the cast.
Kandi is a good keep for the realness/truth
Kenya is ok but I’m tired of her I’m fabulous 1970’s
I think they need Ne Ne Leaks back she was the show
I even think she brought spice
Dew Sidora also brings spice I. Her dramatic ways
Sorry but not sorry Kandi mother-aunts especially mother needs to be gone. I’m tired of moma Joyce and her take over Kandi relationship with Todd
yes get rid of them all and especially kandi late ass and kenya moore they got to go enough already
Trash the show and move on to something else. Its taken up enough space in the collective consciousness…
Bring back Nene
It’s too try hard now… a reboot would only work with big names in the ATL who wouldn’t touch RHOA with a 20 foot pole. Either that or they bring the vets back idk but anyone is better than the current cast. It’s a mess. RHOA is dead.