Gizelle Bryant Shines Solo: The Green-Eyed Bandits Split Marks a New Era on The Real Housewives of Potomac

The Real Housewives of Potomac returns for Season 9, bringing a new wave of energy with fresh faces joining the cast, which has led the veteran Housewives to reveal new sides of themselves. With Robyn Dixon’s absence, Gizelle Bryant enters this season with a sense of independence, adding a unique, lighthearted flair to the show.

In previous seasons, Gizelle and Robyn often received criticism for occasionally overstepping with “mean-girl” tactics. However, viewers are loving the refreshed Gizelle this season, who now operates independently from the “Green-Eyed Bandits” duo. So far, Gizelle has made positive strides by reconciling with her former adversary, Wendy Osefo, and even apologizing to the newcomers for asking them to leave her event. She’s also working to improve her longstanding yet contentious relationship with Karen Huger, whose witty banter with Gizelle brings an added touch of humor to the show.

Gizelle Bryant Receives Praise for Her Newfound Spirit

Fans of RHOP have noticed Gizelle’s more joyful, confident demeanor in Robyn’s absence. Some have shared their excitement on social media, remarking that her independence gives her a fresh, refreshing quality. The audience is embracing Gizelle’s positive energy, noting that her open and light-hearted approach has brought a welcome change to the season.

Karen Huger and the Controversy

Not all of the Housewives, however, have received positive feedback. Karen Huger, known as the “Grande Dame,” faces criticism for recent behavior, particularly surrounding her lack of accountability in a drunk driving incident. Karen has cited legal reasons for not discussing the incident in detail, but many feel her handling of the situation has been insufficient, especially since she skipped Gizelle’s cancer awareness event—held in memory of Gizelle’s father—to host her own gathering.

In Episode 4, Gizelle voiced her disappointment when Karen sent invites to other cast members on the same day as her event. Although Karen later expressed regret for missing it, she insisted that Gizelle’s actions remain her own responsibility. Their confrontation has added another layer of drama, sparking debates among viewers.

The Real Housewives of Potomac airs Sundays at 8 p.m. on Bravo, with new episodes streaming on Peacock the following day.