‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ Season 16 Cast Revealed – 3 Former Stars Re-Join, 4 Housewives Return, 1 Star Exits Mid-Filming & 3 Ladies Join the Cast

   

Nene Leakes – RUMORED TO RETURN

Nene Leakes was rumored to potentially return for season 16, however, TMZ reported mid-February that she is not returning. They reported that she is not in talks and producers have not reached out to her. When the cast was announced, she was not included, confirming she’s not coming back.

Nene was an original cast member, before leaving after season seven. She appeared as a guest in season eight, and returned full time for seasons 10-12.

Akilah Coleman – RUMORED TO JOIN

Akilah Coleman was rumored to be joining the cast of RHOA for season 16, but was not included in the announced cast list.

She is married to NFL player Tevin Coleman, who last played for the San Francisco 49ers in the 2022 season.