Kandi Burruss is saying goodbye to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." As she graced the Grammys red carpet, the singer and reality TV star announced that she'll be stepping away from the show that has chronicled her life since 2009. "I'm going to take a break," Burruss said during a red carpet interview, signaling an end to an era on the hit Bravo series that has spanned over a decade, and no shortage of drama.
Not one to mince her words, Burruss was straightforward about her departure. "It's been 14 seasons, and they allowed us to sit around for a little too long," she told USA Today. After a lengthy wait following Season 15's finale in August, Burruss has occupied her time with other ventures. Big projects are on the horizon, although specific details remain under wraps, Burruss cited these new opportunities as a driving force behind her decision.
Indeed, it was soul-searching that led Burruss to her conclusion. A candid chat with a pal had her contemplating her continued participation in the show. "A friend of mine was like, 'Why do you keep doing it?' And I was like, 'Well, I think because I’ve just been doing it for so long, it feels weird to think not to do it?'" Burruss explained to FOX 5 Atlanta. The conversation led her to "take a break, I’m going to take a moment… I’m not coming back this year," she added definitively.
Burruss has a rich history with the show, having joined during its second season and becoming its longest-standing member. Outside "RHOA," she's known for her music career, being a co-founding member of the R&B group Xscape and boasting songwriting credits for industry giants like TLC, Destiny’s Child, and Usher. Her entrepreneurial spirit has also shone through, with her Atlanta-based restaurants Old Lady Gang and Blaze Steak and Seafood earning her accolades in the culinary world. As for Bravo's plans for the upcoming 16th season of "RHOA," well, close-mouthed execs haven't released any cast details yet, so fans are left to speculate on what the absence of Burruss will mean for the future of the series.
