Season 1 (2008-2009):

• The inaugural season introduced viewers to the lives of five Atlanta socialites: NeNe Leakes, Kim Zolciak-Biermann, Sheree Whitfield, DeShawn Snow, and Lisa Wu.
• The season focused on their personal lives, relationships, and the drama that unfolded between the cast members.

  Season 2 (2009):

• Lisa Wu and DeShawn Snow did not return for the second season.
• New housewives were added to the cast, including Kandi Burruss and Cynthia Bailey.
• The season highlighted the tumultuous relationships between the cast members and their personal struggles.

  Season 3 (2010-2011):

• Phaedra Parks joined the cast in Season 3.
• The season revolved around NeNe Leakes’ marital problems, Kim Zolciak-Biermann’s pregnancy, and the tension between cast members.

•  The fourth season featured the addition of two new housewives, Marlo Hampton and Kenya Moore.
• The season showcased NeNe’s rising fame, Cynthia Bailey’s wedding preparations, and the ongoing conflicts among the cast members.

•  Kenya Moore became a full-time housewife in Season 5.
• The season focused on Kenya’s relationship drama, Porsha Williams’ marital troubles, and the friction between Kenya and the other cast members.

• NeNe Leakes and Kim Zolciak-Biermann both left the show, while new housewives Claudia Jordan and Demetria McKinney joined.
• The season highlighted the fallout between NeNe and the other housewives, as well as Kenya Moore’s ongoing disputes.

•  Claudia Jordan and Demetria McKinney did not return for Season 7.
• The season introduced new housewife, Amiyah Scott, as a friend of the cast.
• It revolved around the relationships and personal lives of the remaining cast members, including Cynthia Bailey’s separation from her husband, Peter Thomas.

•  Amiyah Scott did not return as a housewife for Season 8.
• The season focused on the personal and professional endeavors of the cast members, including Kandi Burruss’ pregnancy and Cynthia Bailey’s divorce.

•  Season 9 marked the return of NeNe Leakes and Kim Zolciak-Biermann as guest appearances.
• New housewives Phaedra Parks and Porsha Williams’ friendship unraveled, leading to a dramatic reunion.

 Season 10 (2017-2018):

• Season 10 featured the return of Kenya Moore as a full-time housewife.
• The season revolved around Kenya’s secret wedding, NeNe Leakes’ strained relationships, and the addition of new housewife, Eva Marcille.

•  Kenya Moore did not return for Season 11.
• New housewives Shamari DeVoe and Tanya Sam joined the cast.
• The season explored the personal and professional lives of the cast members, including Porsha Williams’ pregnancy announcement.

 Season 12 (2019-2020):

• Shamari DeVoe and Tanya Sam did not return for Season 12.
• The season focused on Kenya Moore’s return, NeNe Leakes’ marriage troubles, and the introduction of new housewife, Drew Sidora.

 Season 13 (2020-2021):

•  Cynthia’s Wedding Drama: The season revolved around the ups and downs of Cynthia Bailey’s wedding planning, including challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and tensions among the cast members attending the event.
• Kenya vs. Porsha: Kenya Moore and Porsha Williams clashed throughout the season, reigniting their long-standing feud and leading to intense confrontations and division within the group.
• Drew’s Marital Struggles: New housewife Drew Sidora faced marital issues with her husband, Ralph Pittman, which played out on-screen, with allegations of infidelity and communication breakdowns causing tension and emotional moments.