Real Housewives of Atlanta fans get ready! Porsha Williams is officially back for Season 16 but things are not all peaches and cream for this reality TV icon. Drama is swirling around Porsha both on and off screen and it is a lot to unpack. Let's dive into the latest on her messy divorce from Simon Guobadia accusations of snitching to ICE and her return to RHOA .
"Unclean Hands" and ICE Drama: Porsha Accuses Ex-Husband Simon Guobadia of "Self-Inflicted" Detention
The divorce between Porsha and Simon Guobadia is getting seriously messy. Simon recently claimed he was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and that this was messing with his ability to prep for their prenup hearing. He even filed an emergency motion to delay things. But Porsha is not having it.
Porsha fired back in court documents claiming Simon's detention was "self-inflicted". She basically said he is trying to play games and delay the divorce process. According to Porsha's filing Simon was the one who wanted an in-person hearing instead of Zoom and now he is using his detention as an excuse to postpone. She argues he should not be rewarded for creating his own problem.
Porsha's legal team even suggested Simon’s immigration issues are not new news. They hinted at his "multiple attempts to illegally enter and remain the United States" and "multiple denials of his citizenship requests". Ouch. She feels like his current situation is a result of his own choices and it should not stop the prenup hearing from moving forward. A judge did end up granting Simon's request to delay things but the legal battle is clearly far from over.
"Who Said Dat?!" Porsha Denies Calling ICE on Simon and Addresses Divorce Fall Out
Rumors started flying that Porsha herself might have tipped off ICE about Simon's immigration status. But Porsha is shutting those rumors down fast. In a Breakfast Club interview she straight up denied calling ICE on Simon. "No no it doesn’t benefit me at all for him to be locked up" she stated firmly. She explained that it would not help her mentally or financially to have him detained.
Porsha made it clear that even though they are divorcing She does not hate Simon or wish him harm. She said she hates "actions...lies...a lot of characteristics" but still "love[s] the person". She added "I would never wish harm on anybody." Despite all the drama Porsha insists she just wants to finalize the divorce and move on. She even joked that she needs Simon to be free so she can actually get divorced!
She also addressed speculation about Simon’s legal status acknowledging reports of his citizenship denial and detention but said she is not deeply informed beyond media reports. Porsha did throw a little shade though calling Simon a "slithering snake" and saying he will "find his way out of it". She ended by saying she prays for him and his family to "figure it out".
Kenya Moore's RHOA Exit and Porsha's Take: "Kenya Decided to Be Even More Dangerous"
During the Breakfast Club interview Porsha also weighed in on Kenya Moore's exit from Season 16 of Real Housewives of Atlanta. Kenya's departure came after that controversial photo scandal with Brit Eady a fellow cast member.
Porsha thinks things went "too far" between Kenya and Brit. She feels like Kenya wasn't really looking for drama this season at first but something "dangerous" happened that escalated things. Porsha believes Kenya then "decided to be even more dangerous" in response. It sounds like Porsha thinks the situation got out of hand and contributed to Kenya's exit.
Despite the drama Porsha mentioned she hopes Kenya might return for season 17. Even though they have had their share of disagreements Porsha said "I want what’s best for the show and I loved where Kenya was going." She also joked about Kenya being mad at her for comparing her to Brit Eady but still expressed hope for Kenya's return to RHOA.
Drew Sidora Drama: "Not Cool" Moves Behind the Scenes with Go Naked Hair
Porsha also talked about some friction with another RHOA cast member Drew Sidora. Apparently Porsha and Drew who were once friends had some issues during filming for Season 16. Porsha is upset about two specific things Drew did.
First Drew apparently filmed with Porsha's ex Dennis McKinley without telling Porsha about it beforehand. Porsha felt like this was a "setup". Second Drew tried to organize a photoshoot for Porsha's hair extension brand Go Naked Hair without Porsha's knowledge or approval. Porsha is the boss of Go Naked Hair and needs to sign off on everything so this did not sit well with her.
Porsha said "That’s just not cool. It felt like a setup for me in some way." She added "When those two things were happening behind my back with my business on my show? Yeah I have a problem with you." Porsha clarified that Drew's claim that she asked Porsha about it and Porsha said "Yes" is "just not true". It seems like there is some real tension between Porsha and Drew in Season 16.
Porsha's Return to RHOA Season 16: "My Life Happens On Camera"
After a few seasons away Porsha Williams is back on Real Housewives of Atlanta and ready to bring the drama. She told The View that she did not expect her return season to focus so heavily on her divorce but "in true fashion for me my life happens on camera. I’m just transparent." That definitely sounds like classic Porsha. Love her or hate her you know Porsha is going to be open and honest about what is going on in her life even when it is tough.
Porsha originally joined RHOA way back in Season 5 in 2012 and quickly became a fan favorite. She is known for some of the most memorable moments in Housewives history and for catchphrases that fans still use. Beyond RHOA Porsha has been busy with her talk show "Dish Nation" her businesses Pampered by Porsha and Go Naked Hair and her activism work following in the footsteps of her Civil Rights leader grandfather Hosea Williams. She has even starred in spin-offs like "Porsha's Family Matters" and "Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip".
Porsha Williams: Key Facts About the Returning RHOA Star
- RHOA Return: Porsha Williams is returning to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" for Season 16 after a three-season break.
- Divorce Drama: Currently embroiled in a messy divorce from Simon Guobadia with accusations of "self-inflicted" ICE detention.
- ICE Denial: Porsha denies rumors that she called ICE on Simon Guobadia.
- Kenya Moore's Exit Thoughts: Porsha believes Kenya Moore's exit from RHOA Season 16 was due to escalating drama and Kenya responding in a "dangerous" way.
- Drew Sidora Feud: Porsha and Drew Sidora have tension over Drew filming with Dennis McKinley and a Go Naked Hair photoshoot.
- Business Ventures: Founder of Pampered by Porsha (luxury sheets) and Go Naked Hair (hair extensions).
- Activism: Granddaughter of Civil Rights leader Hosea Williams and active in social justice movements.
- Reality TV Veteran: Starred in RHOA for 9 seasons "Dish Nation" "Celebrity Apprentice" and multiple Housewives spin-offs.
Get Ready for Porsha's Return: Drama Guaranteed on RHOA Season 16
With all this swirling around Porsha Williams her Return to Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 is guaranteed to be explosive. Between the messy divorce drama the Kenya Moore fallout and the issues with Drew Sidora Porsha is stepping back into the RHOA world in the midst of major life changes. Whether you are Team Porsha or not you know you will be tuning in to see how it all unfolds. Season 16 is shaping up to be unforgettable ride.