\u201cReal Housewives of Potomac\u201d star Stacey Rusch<\/strong> was certainly one of the select few reality stars honored with a recent cover story. Now, following the milestone, certainly one of the previous \u201cRHOP\u201d solid members, Candiace Dillard Bassett<\/strong>, is complimenting her and throwing a subtle jab on the veterans on the show who weren’t featured.<\/p>\n Dillard-Bassett took to her \u201cUndomesticated\u201d podcast<\/a> in May 2026 to react to Rusch\u2019s inclusion in Vulture\u2019s \u201cThe Mastermind of Reality TV\u201d issue. Notably, Rusch joined the show in 2024 and quickly became a fan favorite.<\/p>\n Candiace Dillard Bassett Shades RHOP Veterans After Stacey Rusch Lands Major Vulture Feature<\/p>\n The Real Housewives of Potomac alum Candiace Dillard Bassett is giving Stacey Rusch her flowers after the newcomer landed a significant feature with Vulture \u2014 and he or she can have slipped in a\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/GAdLejmWAI<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 The Gworls Are Fighting (@baddietvv) May 7, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n Regarding the glory, she said, \u201cI actually have to present flowers to the people. Shout out to Stacey \u201cQVC\u201d Rusch. She was with the Vulture people.\u201d After that, the brand new mom said, \u201cI like Stacey. I like that she\u2019s getting her flowers. I like that she\u2019s getting her flowers.\u201d <\/p>\n \t\t<\/p>\n From there, the beloved reality star revealed that her husband, Chris Bassett<\/strong>, had identified that a more recent solid member had been included as an alternative of a veteran. In accordance with her, \u201cWhere were they? Y\u2019all let the brand new girl are available and get on the quilt before ya\u2019ll get on the quilt.\u201d<\/p>\n The commentary about \u201cRHOP\u201d continued with Dillard-Bassett\u2019s cohost, Michael Arceneaux<\/strong>, noting that \u201cStacey has breathed latest life into the show since other favorites have left, and he or she\u2019s actually why I watch the show.\u201d <\/p>\n The previous Bravo star went on, \u201cPlenty of people love her. And he or she\u2019s so easy-going about it. She\u2019s so chill,\u201d before stating that Rusch appears to be \u201chaving a great time.\u201d<\/p>\n Later, she acknowledged that Rusch doesn\u2019t appear to be \u201cmanufacturing the drama,\u201d subtly hinting that it is a tactic taken up by other ladies on the show. She added, \u201cIf you just let it go and let it flow, you get the covers. <\/p>\n Following Dillard-Bassett\u2019s comments about Rusch and \u201cRHOP,\u201d fans of the show weighed in. While some were positive, others accused the previous solid member of being jealous. One person said, \u201cCandiace and Stacey would get along so well. Aries and Sagittarius together is the proper storm.\u201d<\/p>\n A distinct fan claimed on X, \u201cThis girl swears she never watches anything #RHOP related, but she sure is leaving her commentary every week! Also, yeah, they\u2019re on the eleventh season\u2026 something you ain\u2019t a part of no more, honey boo boo.\u201d<\/p>\n Another person stated, \u201cThis woman was on the show for a lot of seasons and never got a feature, either she must shut up.\u201d A distinct social media user wrote, \u201cAnd comments like these are the rationale why everyone hates her.\u201d <\/p>\n Lastly, one other fan remarked, \u201cNothing for Ashley or Gizelle. Stacey deserves honesty.\u201d<\/p>\n Dillard-Bassett joined \u201cThe Real Housewives of Potomac\u201d in 2018 for its third season. She quickly became a fan favorite before departing in March 2024 ahead of the show\u2019s ninth season. <\/p>\n She told PEOPLE<\/a>, \u201cAs I embark on a brand new chapter after\u00a0six remarkable years with\u00a0The\u00a0Real Housewives of Potomac, I’m full of gratitude for the enriching friendships, personal growth, and moments of introspection which have defined this journey.\u201d<\/p>\n The fact star added, \u201cWith a whirlwind of latest opportunities and responsibilities on my plate, I actually have decided to take a break from\u00a0\u2018RHOP.\u2019 This shouldn’t be a farewell, but a \u2018so long.’\u201d <\/p>\n Roughly a month later, the \u201cDriveback\u201d singer announced that she and her husband were expecting their first child. She later admitted to Entertainment Tonight<\/a> that her pregnancy was \u201c95%\u201d of the rationale she left the show. <\/p>\n Dillard-Bassett stated, \u201cI used to be really adamant about making a space for not only the infant, but for me \u2014 for us \u2014 for this time in our lives. I wanted the space around us and around our child to feel peaceful and to be happy and to feel positive.\u201d<\/p>\n Dillard-Bassett pursued her singing profession while on \u201cRHOP.\u201d This led to her debut album, \u201cDeep Space,\u201d released in 2021, featuring the much-buzzed-about \u201cDriveback.\u201d Now, years later, she has a brand new single, \u201cIf Only,\u201d which was released in February 2026. <\/p>\n Currently, she\u2019s hard at work on her second studio album and preparing to affix Tamar Braxton<\/strong> for a summer tour on select dates.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n
Dillard-Bassett Says Stacey Isn\u2019t Faking Drama For \u2018RHOP\u2019<\/h2>\n
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\u2018RHOP\u2019 Fans Are Reacting<\/h2>\n
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Candiace Left \u2018RHOP\u2019 In 2024<\/h2>\n
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She Recently Opened Up About Her Recent Music<\/h2>\n
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