‘RHOP’ RECAP: Mia Put On Blast for Lying On Gordon and She Claims Inc Is The Father of Her Kids!
Ashley’s “Pop Stardom” Hits a Sour Note
The November 24th episode of The Real Housewives of Potomac begins with Gizelle Bryant and Ashley Darby hosting their GnA Wellness event in conjunction with the National Brain Tumor Society. The gathering includes all the ladies — except for Karen Huger who is at home trying to sober up stressing over her upcoming DUI court case.
Ashley, determined to show off her vocal “talents,” attempts to perform her song Healing and Thriving. Gizelle hilariously introduces her as an “international pop rock star,” a title Wendy Osefo clearly doesn’t agree with, deadpanning, “Ashley, no.”
Ashley launches into her performance, but the audience’s lackluster reaction says it all. Stacey Rusch, ever diplomatic, comments in her confessional, “I think that takes a lot of courage,” before cheekily adding, “She put forth such an effort to hit those notes.”
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Mia Recaps Gordon’s Explosive Accusations
As the event continues, Mia Thornton pulls the group aside to give them a rundown of last episode’s chaos. She recounts Gordon’s explosive argument with Inc, where he labeled Mia an adulterer and accused her of getting pregnant with Inc’s child during their marriage and ended the pregnancy by having an abortion.
Ashley and Gizelle, however, aren’t buying Mia’s claims that Gordon’s behavior is due to mania. Both ladies suspect that Mia and Inc are intentionally triggering Gordon through calculated gaslighting. Despite the drama, Mia shares that Inc is willing to pause their relationship if it’s too much for Gordon to handle.
Later, Gizelle gathers the group to say a prayer for Karen, offering their support as she prepares for her court date.
Karen Prepares for Court
Karen Huger is seen at home with her attorney, who arrives to escort her to court. He advises her to stay by his side as they head out to face the DUI hearing.
However, Karen later returns home relieved, revealing that her court date has been postponed until September.
Ashley Reflects on Divorce
Back at Ashley’s home, her family gathers for a pre-birthday celebration. Her sons, Dean and Dylan, play on the kitchen island as they help decorate her birthday cake. While enjoying the festivities, Ashley shares with her family that her divorce mediation is underway.
“It’s so many details to address,” she explains, noting that hiring a lawyer has been instrumental in navigating the emotional rollercoaster of the process.
Her family reminds her of how far she has come since marrying Michael, reflecting on her transformation from a young, naive girl to a confident woman.
“He didn’t want the mature Ashley,” one family member observes. “He wanted the young, wet-behind-the-ears Ashley.”
Ashley acknowledges the stress of mediation and mentions having proof of Michael’s infidelity, which has added an extra layer of difficulty to the already tense proceedings.
Wendy’s Birthday Bash — Round Two
The ladies gather for Wendy Osefo’s 40th birthday party (yes, again), held on the same day as Ashley’s actual birthday. Wendy makes a dramatic arrival by boat, but her entrance falls flat according to Gizelle, who sarcastically describes it as “an epic failure.”
Meanwhile, Mia and Inc show up together, all smiles, despite Mia previously hinting at taking a break from their relationship to ease Gordon’s stress. Wendy’s mother, Susan, also attends and wastes no time confronting Mia about their ongoing online feud. Susan insists she’s not a witch and clarifies declares that she prays to the Holy Ghost fire — whatever that means.
At the table, Stacey’s “best friend” TJ takes passive-aggressiveness to a new level, snapping at her, “Don’t touch me,” after accusing her of ignoring him for other guests.
Gizelle Calls Out Mia’s Inconsistencies
As the party unfolds, Gizelle pulls the ladies aside for a cocktail-table confrontation with Mia. She questions Mia’s narrative, pointing out how her actions contradict her claims about Gordon.
Previously, Mia described Gordon as being in a “manic state,” going on a rampage. But Gizelle is unimpressed when she discovers that just 24 hours later, Mia posted an Instagram video of Inc and Gordon happily spending time with the kids at the pool.
The producers then roll a montage of Mia’s past lies, further fueling Gizelle’s skepticism.
Gizelle and Ashley are starting to think that Mia is a boldface liar and seemingly using Inc to trigger Gordon.
In true Potomac fashion, Mia drops a shocking bomb — “The fathers of my children are allowed to get along,” leaving the group visibly stunned.
The Real Housewives of Potomac airs Sundays, at 8:00 p.m. EST, on Bravo.
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