Things between former friends Monique Samuels and Candiace Dillard Bassett remain estranged. The Real Housewives of Potomac staples’ friendship began to dissolve in Season 4 of the Bravo reality series before coming to a head the following season with one of the most memorable physical altercations in Housewives history.
Samuels exited the show at the conclusion of Season 5, while Dillard Bassett remained for an additional three seasons. The fight resulted in lawsuits that were eventually tossed out by a Maryland judge, and their relationship remained fractured.
Dillard Bassett accused Samuels of trying to control the narrative by leaking information to blogs in her favor and lacking accountability. Samuels alleged that she was constantly agitated by Dillard Basset. She later said the altercation was a result of marital issues between her and her now ex-husband, Chris Samuels, and that it sent her on a spiritual journey of healing and self-discovery. However, it doesn’t mean she wants to reconcile with the former beauty pageant queen.
Samuels has returned as a friend of the show in Season 10, coming in via Ashley Darby. She’s also come to a resolution with her longtime nemesis, Gizelle Bryant. Their issues date back to Season 2, with Samuels accusing Bryant of trying to destroy her family in later seasons. But she says she and Bryant are now in a good place.
What did Monique Samuels say on ‘Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen’?
During Samuels’ highley-touted return to Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen on Sunday, a fan asked if she’ll make up with Dillard Bassett, and it was a resounding no.
“There was no relationship, and sometimes, moving on doesn’t mean that you have to reconcile,” Samuels said. “Sometimes, you just see people for who they are, and you see your place, and you set your boundaries, and it’s OK to not rekindle something that isn’t meant to be rekindled.”
Dillard Bassett has previosuly spoken on Samuels return and said has essentially said that she’s doesn’t believe Samuels’ healing and that she’s never fully taken accountability for her actions toward her.