Kandi Burruss departs Real Housewives of Atlanta after 14 seasons

• Andy Cohen praises Kandi Burruss' incredible run on The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

• Cohen describes Burruss as one of his favorite people to work with.

• He admires her competitiveness, thoughtfulness, and strategic mindset.

Kandi Burruss

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In a recent episode of his SiriusXM Andy Cohen Live radio show, Andy Cohen expressed his admiration for Kandi Burruss and her impressive tenure on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Cohen, who has worked closely with Burruss both as an executive at Bravo and as a producer of the show, had nothing but kind words for the reality star.

Describing Burruss's run on the show as 'unbelievable,' Cohen praised her for not only enduring the various challenges that come with being on a reality TV show but also for bringing her unique flair and determination to the series. Cohen expressed his appreciation for Burruss's competitiveness, intelligence, and thoughtfulness, highlighting her strategic approach to her work.

Their professional relationship extended beyond the confines of the show, with Burruss frequently reaching out to Cohen to discuss various aspects of the production, from marketing strategies to scheduling decisions. Cohen fondly recalled their conversations, noting that Burruss often had insightful opinions and ideas. He admitted that she was often right, but there were times when they would respectfully disagree.

Reflecting on their recent conversation about Burruss's departure from The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Cohen shared that he and Burruss, along with her husband Todd Tucker, had a lengthy discussion. He commended Burruss for recognizing that it was the right time for her to move on, acknowledging that the show is currently at a crossroads. Cohen indicated that he preferred not to discuss the show's future direction.

Burruss first revealed her decision to leave the show to Variety during the Grammy Awards. Explaining her departure, she mentioned her focus on other projects and her excitement about upcoming ventures. After much contemplation, Burruss realized that it was time for a break, acknowledging that it felt strange to stop doing something she had been a part of for so long.

As one of the original cast members of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Burruss joined the show in its second season back in 2009. Over the years, she has become an integral part of the Housewives franchise and has also appeared in several spinoff shows, showcasing her various talents and endeavors.

While Bravo has yet to announce the cast for the upcoming season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, there have been discussions and rumors of a potential shakeup. Burruss herself expressed mixed feelings about changes to the cast, noting that she is sometimes saddened by the departure of familiar faces but also open-minded about new additions.

As fans eagerly await the next season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, one thing is clear: Kandi Burruss has left an indelible mark on the franchise and will be missed by both viewers and her fellow cast members. Her contributions as a unique and talented housewife have undoubtedly helped shape the show into the phenomenon it is today.