Candiace Dillard-Bassett quickly became a standout on The Real Housewives of Potomac after joining the cast in season three. Known for her sharp wit and heartfelt moments, she gained a strong fan following. So when she announced her departure from the show in 2024, many viewers were caught off guard. Recently, Candiace opened up about her decision during an appearance on the Healed Girl Era podcast, giving fans a glimpse behind the scenes of her exit.
Reflecting on why she stepped away, Candiace revealed, “When I found out I was pregnant, there wasn’t even a thought in my mind. It was like, ‘Well, we’re gonna step away.’” Her pregnancy was a turning point that shifted her priorities away from the drama of reality TV.
She also shared details about the final reunion filming, which she described as a difficult experience. “And I went through the whole reunion because we weren’t ready to announce that I was pregnant yet, and I had been asked to dial back at the reunion. Meanwhile, on the other side, they were dialed up and coming at me at level 27.”
Candiace questioned the inconsistent treatment she received during the reunion. “So it was like, was I told this so that they could be told that so that they could look one way and I could look one way, or did they just not follow directions?”
Her pregnancy announcement came on April 15th, 2024, alongside her husband Chris Bassett. Fans had watched Candiace openly share her IVF journey on Real Housewives, making the news all the more meaningful for supporters.
Though she may no longer be on RHOP, Candiace isn’t stepping away from reality TV entirely. NBCUniversal recently confirmed that the singer will join the cast of The Traitors season four, signaling an exciting new chapter in her television career.
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