This week on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, the cameras captured what might be the turning point of the season — and possibly the franchise. With the backdrop of designer boutiques, thinly veiled shade, and a surprise music reveal, it’s clear: Shamea Morton came to play. And Porsha? She may have underestimated the competition.
Shamea Morton: From Friend-Of to Franchise Force
Let’s get into it. When Shamea Morton walked into Kelli Ferrell’s Balmain event, she didn’t just serve looks — she served storylines. Opulence? Check. Talent? Check. Reads in under five seconds? Triple check. The moment she introduced her music, the air shifted. And let’s be honest: everyone at that table knew it wasn’t Drew Sidora on the track.
And yet, Porsha tried it.
Despite knowing Shamea’s voice, Porsha attempted to shade the moment and play dumb — only to get caught red-handed by a table full of people vibing to Shamea’s song. That wasn’t just a misstep, it was a misread of the entire room.
Olive Branch Energy Wins Again
Later, Shamea did something not many housewives can pull off without looking fake — she addressed her tension with Angela Oakley head-on and came with a genuine olive branch. It was classy, it was direct, and it was smart. The tension lingered, sure, but it didn’t turn into chaos. That’s seasoned cast behavior.
And let’s be clear — Shamea’s approach didn’t go unnoticed. Even viewers online clocked her poise and growth, praising her for standing tall while others fumbled the moment.
Porsha: Main Character Fatigue?
It’s becoming hard to ignore the fact that Porsha Williams returned to this season assuming it would revolve around her. But with delayed entrances, questionable jabs, and a growing list of missed connections, her crown may be slipping.
If we’re not going to get Simon on camera or even a peek inside her life, what exactly are we here for? This isn’t The Porsha Show, and the audience is starting to notice.
CIRCLE60 Scoring
Each week, CIRCLE60 — our culture-forward editorial scoreboard — rates the Housewives not just by drama, but by presence, purpose, and positioning.
This week’s breakdown:
- Shamea Morton: 9.5/10
She came with elegance, real narrative heat, and emotional intelligence. Two strong storylines (music + interpersonal growth), and she had the room’s respect. A real housewife move. - Porsha Williams: 5/10
What started as a comeback has quickly turned into a cautionary tale. Disrespectful at the birthday party, late to the premiere episode, and now trying to dim her friend’s light? It’s giving “spoiled child who’s not the center of attention.” And if she’s only interested when it’s all about her, this might be her fast-pass out of the franchise. - Angela Oakley: 7/10
Still finding her footing but holding her ground. The LaToya Jackson jab from Shamea was wild, but Angela didn’t fold — and that earns points.
Bottom line: Shamea is climbing the ranks fast, and if this momentum keeps up, she could be a breakout fan favorite by reunion time.