The Real Housewives of Potomac stormed back onto screens with a Season 10 premiere that did not disappoint. Fans got shocking drama, jaw-dropping moments, and introductions to new cast members who are already stirring the pot. From Karen Huger’s prison release to Stacey Rusch’s love life surprises and Ashley Darby’s over-the-top “second bloom” party, the premiere set the tone for a chaotic and must-watch season.
Karen Huger walks out of prison like a queen
Karen Huger made her grand return after serving time in prison. Cameras followed her September 5 exit, and she looked poised, confident, and ready to reclaim her spotlight. Gizelle Bryant, Potomac’s queen of shade, admitted she felt bad for Karen but couldn’t resist a few jokes.
Ashley Darby quipped Karen had probably spent her time in the AARP section of the prison, earning laughs from viewers. Keiarna Stewart, Wendy Osefo, and Stacey Rusch joined Gizelle at her home to dissect Karen’s sentence. The group quickly shifted topics when bigger drama arose.
“Karen’s back and she’s already making an entrance only she can pull off,” one fan tweeted.
Karen’s reintroduction showed she isn’t slowing down. The Grande Dame of Potomac is ready to reclaim her throne, and the other women are watching closely.
TJ Jones scandal heats up
The TJ Jones drama from Season 9’s reunion continued. Stacey faced accusations that she allegedly paid TJ to pretend to be her boyfriend. She defended herself, saying she told the truth and claimed TJ even apologized privately. When pressed by the other women, Stacey walked away, frustrated.
Once she left, Ashley and Gizelle dropped new tea. A close friend of TJ’s, who was seated at an event with the OGs, shared screenshots of documents claiming TJ is suing Stacey for half of her RHOP salary. Apparently, Stacey promised him 50% of her earnings from the show.
Ashley confronted Stacey later, but Stacey dismissed the claims. “That actress doesn’t even exist,” Stacey said with a laugh. Ashley responded with a sly smile and dropped the censored name anyway, leaving fans speculating about the mystery actress.
“This TJ saga just keeps getting messier,” one viewer commented on social media.
The storyline promises tension, shade, and explosive confrontations throughout the season.
Stacey rekindles romance with her ex-husband
Stacey surprised everyone by revealing she is dating her ex-husband again. Their divorce finalized months ago, but the spark never truly faded. Stacey shared that he sends her e-vites for romantic dates, and she’s loving every minute.
Despite this, Stacey kept the relationship quiet from the other women. Ashley continued to question whether Stacey’s divorce was legitimate. Stacey fired back with a stinging comeback:
“Maybe instead of digging up my divorce papers, you should be digging up a vocal coach!”
Fans are left wondering how Stacey’s rumored interest in Chris Samuels fits into this tangled love story. This love triangle is already generating social media buzz and promises to fuel more drama in upcoming episodes.
New cast members shake up Potomac
With Mia Thornton gone and Karen out of prison, RHOP introduced two new Housewives who are already making waves.
Angel Massie has longstanding ties to Keiarna Stewart and a shared history with Wendy Osefo from their college days at Temple University. When Wendy greeted Angel at Ashley’s party, Angel delivered a shady line that immediately caught fans’ attention:
“I don’t know her.”
Tia Glover, Gizelle’s stylish British friend with Nigerian royal roots, also joined the cast. Tia promised she doesn’t always follow proper etiquette, hinting at bold energy and potential drama. Both newcomers bring fresh personalities, new conflicts, and plenty of intrigue for the season.
Ashley Darby’s second bloom party steals the show
Ashley celebrated her divorce with a “second bloom” party, but it didn’t go exactly as planned. The theme left other Housewives confused, and her grand entrance nearly ended in disaster. She froze halfway down the staircase, worrying the sparklers might be unsafe. She tiptoed the rest of the way down in her gown, leaving viewers laughing and shaking their heads.
The party quickly escalated into chaos when Ashley made a joke about Stacey’s rumored bad breath. Stacey responded dramatically, exhaling directly on the women around her.
“Does it smell now?” Stacey asked, creating one of the funniest moments of the night.
The room went from shocked silence to full laughter, showing why RHOP remains one of Bravo’s most unpredictable shows.
Stacey storms off for the third time
Stacey called Ashley an “imp” and “the devil” before storming out — her third dramatic exit of the episode. Fans couldn’t stop talking about it online, with one tweeting:
“Stacey breathing on everyone after a bad breath joke? Iconic Housewives moment.”
The feud between Ashley and Stacey promises to dominate the season, and viewers can expect multiple clashes at every event and gathering.
Season 10 promises explosive drama
If the premiere is any indication, RHOP Season 10 will be full of nonstop entertainment. Fans can look forward to:
- Explosive fights between Wendy Osefo and newcomer Angel Massie
- Glamorous entrances and awkward moments at Ashley Darby’s parties
- Karen Huger navigating life post-prison
- Stacey Rusch’s love life twists and her interactions with Ashley
- New cast members Tia Glover and Angel Massie shaking up the social scene
Social media reaction
Fans reacted instantly to the premiere, sharing their favorite moments and dramatic highlights:
“Karen Huger leaving prison in heels deserves an award.”
“Ashley vs. Stacey already stole the show. I can’t wait for more drama.”
“Tia Glover is already giving me major Phaedra Parks energy.”
Bravo executive Andy Cohen also teased the season:
“If you thought last year was wild, you haven’t seen anything yet.”
Social media exploded with clips, memes, and reactions, proving RHOP continues to dominate the reality TV conversation.
How to watch
The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 10 is available to stream now on Peacock and Hayu in the UK and Ireland. Fans can catch every dramatic moment, explosive fight, and shocking revelation.
