Season pulse
Episodes
23 episodes
The Nude Interlude
Ashley has a bun in the oven, Candiace has a new home of her own and Karen is set to walk down the aisle; after a mysterious and salacious invitation, the ladies gather and become acquainted with new friends.
Sing Sing for Your Supper
The rift between frenemies Gizelle and Karen grows deeper, and unexpected sides are taken; Wendy announces a drastic new career change, and Ashley prepares for the arrival of her new baby but worries about keeping Michael happy in the process.
Jiminy Crickets
Robyn struggles to get her life in balance; Wendy turns to the Grand Dame for some advice; Mia shares a traumatic childhood experience; Ashley is days away from going into labour; Gizelle gathers the ladies for a party to celebrate the mum-to-be.
Going Ham at the Pajammy Jam
Mia and Gordon wonder if she can repair the broken relationship with her mother; Gizelle works on showing compassion when her oldest daughter goes through a life obstacle; Michael surprises his very pregnant wife, Ashley, with a new venture.
The Rumor Mill
Ashley's new baby, Dylan, makes a first impression that Gizelle will never forget; Mia opens up about her childhood trauma to Gizelle and Robyn.
Land of the Free, Home of the Shade
Ashley and Michael adjust to caring for two children while on a family photoshoot; It's Candiace's first time hosting a girl's trip, but the mood dampens after Gizelle and Karen's issues resurface again.
Gossip, Girl!
It's Day 2 in Williamsburg, Virginia, and the ladies work off last night's dramatic dinner with a little water aerobics.
Talk to the Braids
After an explosive confrontation in Williamsburg, tension is at an all-time high between Wendy and the Green Eyed Bandits. As hostess, Candiace hopes the ladies of the Estate and Cottage can twerk it out.
High Infidelity
Wendy fills in Eddie on the betrayal that took place in Williamsburg; Gizelle and Robyn open up about their history with infidelity; Mia seeks answers from her estranged mom about why she ended up in foster care; Candiace preps for her music video.
Goddesses of War
Candiace and Chris cool off from their fight, and realize it's not very pleasurable to mix business with marriage; Karen gets to work in a new position in an unusual place.
No Business Like Shade Business
Gizelle hits some speed bumps trying to teach her daughter Grace to drive; Ashley's family isn't happy with Michael's proposed venture into the movie business; Karen and Wendy work on putting together their candle lines.
Reasonable or Shady?
Karen is ready to reveal her new candle line to the rest of the ladies, while Wendy struggles to get on equal footing; Mia's family and her mum sit down for some much needed time together, but there is still a lot of work to be done.
GVO or GTFO!
The ladies and their husbands head to Maryland's Eastern Shore for a couples trip, but the Green Eyed bandits threaten to stay home due to their rocky relationship with the hostess.
Tossing Salads and Spilling Tea (Bags)
On a couples trip to the Eastern Shore, Candiace and Mia's argument puts a damper on Wendy's "Good Vibes Only"; Wendy's hosting skills are under pressure when two surprise guests are left without adequate accommodations.
Lost at Sea
Wendy's couple's trip continues; Gizelle and Robyn leave in the middle of the night, furthering the tension between them and Wendy.
Crab-Boiling Over
The group wraps up their trip with a crab boil - and things between Ashley and Gordon get heated. Upon their return to Potomac, Mia's relationship with her mother takes a turn for the worse, and Gizelle's daughters confront her about her relationship woes.
Altar-ed State of Mind
Karen and Ray prepare to say "I do" again; Robyn brings up issues from the past; Gizelle reveals a well-kept secret; Juan's attempts to broker peace between Michael Darby and Chris Bassett goes off the rails.
Reunion (1)
Mia is held accountable for her `lies' throughout the season, while Gizelle is questioned about why things didn't go as planned with Jamal; Candiace is confronted by the women about her reckless behaviour, specifically towards Mia.
Reunion (2)
Mia and Candiace hash out their differences, and Mia gets called out for her social media misdemeanors; Karen and Gizelle go toe-to-toe and their never-ending feud takes a very surprising turn.
Reunion (3)
The husbands join the couch to discuss the fun and drama of the season; Chris opens up about feeling let down by his mother-in-law; Eddie gives his take on all of the rumors; the ladies get the surprise of their lives.
Reunion (4)
Nicki Minaj takes over and surprises the ladies of "The Real Housewives of Potomac"; Nicki gets down to business on the reunion stage, unafraid to ask the difficult questions, she leaves no stone unturned.
Secrets Revealed
Gizelle embarks on her movie career in a role that she wasn't exactly made for: a stylist; Askale and her husband are on a double date with Candiace and Chris; Mia gives her son Josh the birds and the bees talk; Robyn wins Dean's approval.