NeNe Leakes Seen Hanging With Ex, Nyonisela Sioh, Despite Being On Break
By Fiyin Olowokandi on July 31, 2023 at 5:30 PM EDT
NeNe Leakes is on another level of unbothered! Just days after the reality TV star confirmed that she and Nyonisela Sioh were taking some time apart, the 55-year-old became friendly with the businessman.
As the breakout star on Bravo's reality hit series, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," the media personality is no stranger to rumors. Her romance with the Liberian-American hunk had been shrouded in speculations long before the mother of two announced their split.
Excluding the fashion designer, the New Yorker has been entangled with Peter Thomas, the ex-husband of her former co-star Cynthia Bailey. Although the TV personality seemingly hit rocky patches with both men, her latest social media update discredited gossip about persisting problems.
NeNe Leakes Provokes Critics By Spending Quality Time With Her Ex-boyfriend & Former Co-star
When the "Dancing with the Stars" alum declared she was entering her "soft era" with no time for grudges, the caramel-toned beauty was not kidding. In her newest Instagram Story update, the businesswoman proved she was on good terms with the men in her life.
Giving fans a glimpse into her recent outing, the 55-year-old shared a video of herself at a restaurant. Dressed casually in a white tank top tucked into high-waisted black trousers, the NeNe Leakes Entertainment founder appeared in good spirits as she filmed herself seated at a table.
Shielding her eyes with oversized tinted sunglasses, the "To Tell the Truth" former panelist ran a hand through her honey-blonde tresses as she excitedly yelled: "Bling, Bling, Bling" at the camera with her signature vibrant chuckle.
"Okay, so today I was lucky enough to have brunch with boyfriend number one," Leakes chimed, panning the camera to show Sioh seated beside her. The Nyoni Couture founder looked dashing in a white dress shirt, slightly unbuttoned to expose his chest area.
The handsome fashion designer flaunted his ripped physique in the skintight outfit, flashing viewers an endearing smile while holding a champagne glass. The entrepreneur's ex-girlfriend laughed along with him before flipping the lens to show their mutual friend, Thomas, at the opposite side of the table.
The Bar One founder followed the causal theme rocking a black Adidas tee with white stripes. Like Sioh, Thomas toasted viewers with his champagne glass. The "I Dream of NeNe: The Wedding" star described her former co-star as "boyfriend number two."
Her comment seemingly referenced the speculations about the ex-Bravo stars' close relationship. Fans of "RHOA" might remember the pair were shrouded in rumors following Leakes' continued friendship with the media personality after his divorce from Bailey.
Hinting that she remained unbothered by people's perceptions of her and the men in her life, the 55-year-old radiated pure joy, and self-fulfillment with her laughter before saying: "B*****s is mad." The clip ended with the businesswoman's mocking giggles, a presumed attack on critics.
The Broadway star's outing came days after she announced the end of her romantic connection to the menswear designer. Although she claimed their intimate connection was "not working," the duo retained their friendly relationship.
The 'Glee' Actress Confirmed Her Separation From Nyonisela Sioh By Asking Women To Date Him
In part one of her "Reality with the King" podcast interview, the TV personality revealed she and her former beau were taking a break after months of dating. Leakes appeared fine with the separation, claiming the duo's bond had lost its appeal.
"Today, we are taking a break. We've been taking a break," the New Yorker confessed, choosing not to share when the pair ended their romance. As for the reason behind their split, the mother of two added:
"It’s … things I’m not happy with, things he’s not happy with. It’s just not working at the moment. He is single, so if any of the ladies out there want to holla at him, go right ahead."
The SWAGG Boutique founder's breakup announcement came a month after seemingly hinting at trouble in their relationship. In June, the Bravo alum shared an Instagram Story rant about "narcissistic men."
In her messages, the "Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella" performer warned female fans to avoid these egotistical males. "NARCISSISTIC MEN ARE THE WORST PEOPLE ON THE PLANET! THEY COME TO DESTROY!" Leakes' message read.
The entertainer shared additional cons about associating with self-centered men in a second post. The reality TV star wrote: "NARCISSISTIC MEN WILL SLANDER YOUR NAME TO ANYONE THAT WILL LISTEN! BEWARE, THEY ARE NEVER TELLING THE TRUTH."
