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The Real Housewives of Atlanta

The Real Housewives of Atlanta is an American reality television series and the Atlanta installment of Bravo’s Real Housewives franchise.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Real Housewives of Atlanta is an American reality television series and the Atlanta installment of Bravo’s Real Housewives franchise. It follows the personal and professional lives of women in Atlanta, Georgia, and premiered in 2008. As of 2026, it has aired 17 seasons and continues to air on Bravo and stream on Peacock.

Premise

The series follows a group of women in Atlanta as they navigate family life, work, friendships, and conflict. Bravo described the concept as balancing motherhood, demanding careers, and a fast-paced social calendar.

Broadcast and streaming

The show airs on Bravo in the United States and is available to stream on Peacock. Peacock lists the series as having 17 seasons available in 2026.

Cast history

The cast has changed frequently across seasons, with several original housewives appearing in early seasons and later seasons adding new main cast members and friends of the housewives. Notable cast members have included NeNe Leakes, Kandi Burruss, Kim Zolciak, Shereé Whitfield, and Lisa Wu. Season 17 features Porsha Williams, Phaedra Parks, Drew Sidora, Shamea Morton, Angela Oakley, Kelli Ferrell, Pinky Cole, and K. Michelle, with Cynthia Bailey as a friend of the housewives.

Reception and franchise role

As one of the longest-running entries in the Real Housewives franchise, the series has become a major part of Bravo’s reality television lineup.

Key facts

  • The series is the third installment in the Real Housewives franchise.
  • It premiered on Bravo in October 2008 and is set in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • The show focuses on the lives and relationships of women balancing family, careers, and social lives.
  • Bravo and Peacock list season 17 as the current season in 2026.
  • The cast has included NeNe Leakes, Kandi Burruss, Kim Zolciak, Shereé Whitfield, Lisa Wu, and others.
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Canadian context

The series is widely available through international streaming and is part of a globally recognized reality-TV franchise that is also familiar to Canadian viewers.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Real Housewives of Atlanta?
It is an American reality television series about women living in Atlanta, Georgia, and their personal and professional lives.
When did it first premiere?
It premiered on Bravo on October 7, 2008.
How many seasons are there?
As of 2026, the series has 17 seasons.
Who created the show?
IMDb lists Scott Dunlop as the creator.
Where is it set?
It is set primarily in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where can it be watched?
Bravo airs new episodes, and Peacock streams the series and new episodes the next day.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/The_Real_Housewives_of_Atlanta
    Supports: Premiere date, setting, franchise position, season count, and historical cast information.
  2. Bravo — https://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-atlanta
    Supports: Official current season promotion and series identity as a Bravo reality show.
  3. Peacock — https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/the-real-housewives-of-atlanta
    Supports: Current season availability, streaming information, and season 17 cast listing.
  4. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/70143833
    Supports: Series description, genre, and cast names.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1252370/
    Supports: Creator attribution and series overview.
  6. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/the-real-housewives-of-atlanta/cast/1000391157/
    Supports: Run dates and season count.