RHOP season 9: List of cast members explored

The Real Housewives of Potomac will return on Bravo with its new season. The show will premiere on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at 8 pm ET/PT, promising the return of well-known cast members and fresh faces that will stir things up in Potomac.

Newcomers Stacey Rusch and Keiarna Stewart will be joining returning cast members Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, and Mia Thornton. Along with the inclusion of new friend Jassi Rideaux, fans may also anticipate the return of Jacqueline Blake as a friend.

Following is the entire cast roster and an early look at Season 9 of The Real Housewives of Potomac before it premieres.

More about the cast of The Real Housewives of Potomac season 9

Five housewives who have grown to be series mainstays will return for The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9. The "Grand Dame," Karen Huger, is back with her sharp humor.

Gizelle Bryant, who is well-known for her audacity and penchant for drama, will take center stage once more. Ashley Darby will also be back on the show, managing her personal life following a protracted divorce.

Wendy Osefo, who balances her academic career with her personal life, is also returning. Meanwhile, Mia Thornton, who went through a public separation, will be back with new insights into her life.

In addition to the returning stars, Stacey Rusch and Keiarna Stewart will join as full-time housewives. Stacey Rusch, a former QVC host, is navigating life with her daughter while going through a divorce.

Keiarna Stewart, a successful entrepreneur, will bring her business-savvy and strong personality to the group. It is anticipated that the new cast members will change things in Potomac together.

What to expect from season 9 of The Real Housewives of Potomac

There will be a lot of the high-stakes drama mixed in with fashion-forward moments. Viewers will be privy to the housewives' opulent lifestyles, personal struggles, and changing relationships, in addition to the tensions and disputes.

It is known that Keiarna Stewart is juggling difficulties in her relationship and her position in the group. Ashley Darby and she are at odds over unsolved issues from the previous season, which is making tensions increase.

Fans can also expect fascinating new narratives featuring a few of the returning housewives. For example, Wendy Osefo will continue pursuing her passion for television with her talk show, The Dr. Wendy Show.

Mia Thornton, who is going through a major life shift after her separation from Gordon, will be exploring what her future holds.

Season 8 of The Real Housewives of Potomac: What went down

The Real Housewives of Potomac's eighth season concluded in March 2024, leaving fans with several unanswered questions. While Robyn Dixon dealt with rumors regarding her marriage to Juan Dixon, Ashley Darby carried on with her protracted divorce.

Another significant plot point was Mia Thornton's divorce from her husband Gordon, which viewers followed as she struggled through this trying period in her life.

Other housewives faced personal challenges as well. Candiace Dillard Bassett concentrated on her music career, while Karen Huger carried on renovating her Surry home.

Wendy Osefo made her television debut with a chat program she produced herself. Tensions persisted despite the cast members' best efforts to patch things up by the end of the season, paving the way for even more drama in Season 9.