Let me just preface this by saying I truly enjoyThe Real Housewives of Atlanta.

The series, which began in 2008, was historic.

Like many other long-runningReal Housewivesfranchises,The Real Housewives of Atlantais in a rebuilding season.

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Is it the dark cloud from the incident?

Has it simply run its course?

She no longer needed the show.

The cast of Season 16 of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta.'

It made sense.Sheree Whitfieldleft…again.

Long-time “Friend Of"Marlo Hamptondecided that it was time for her to step away.

As did newer cast memberSanya Richards-Ross.

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It essentially leftDrew Sidoraand Kenya Moore.

Then, three new faces were introduced:Brit Eady,Kelli Ferrell, andAngela Oakley.

Then,Cynthia Baileyagreed to return as a “Friend Of.

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“This was the perfect recipe, right?

Of course, during filming, we were alerted to a major incident that sent shockwaves in the fandom.

Kenya Moore was suspended due to her revenge porn scheme against Brit Eady.

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It was beyond distasteful.

It should never have happened.

We’re used to her obsession with spectacle.

But Kenya Moore is a brilliant woman.

She doesn’t do things without cause.Brit Eady’s veiled threat about a firearm should not go without consequenceeither.

Because there is immense controversy surrounding the entire incident, it has cast a shadow over the season.

The days of viral meme-worthyRHOAare gone.

Ever wonder what the ‘RHOA’ do for a living?

Let’s find out!

The show was absolutely made by the brilliant stars.NeNe LeakesandKim Zolciakput the show on the map.

But the longer the show lasts, the fewer iconic moments arise.

Perhaps it’s best to go out on a high.

Cut their losses and leave while ahead.

The trio of newbies has a tough hill to climb.

It’s time to leave with some dignity.

There is still more than half a season to go.

Perhaps there will be some steam left in the tank.

Phaedra Parks knows how to cause some fun, so maybe she will be the savior of the peaches.

But nothing is certain.

We loveRHOA, and we don’t want it to overstay its welcome.

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