Nene Leakes Wants ‘RHOA’ Return For ‘Unfinished Business’

Nene Leakes revealed her interest in returning to the "RHOA" show.

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The TV personality confessed the news during a virtual appearance on "The Real" talk show.

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The 53-year-old's return to the show was only possible if she sorted out her grievances.

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The first person she had business with was Andy Cohen, the show's executive producer.

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Despite being an original cast member, Leakes left the show after 12 years.

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The entertainer announced her departure with an emotional video on her YouTube channel.

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The TV personality cited a bad negotiation as the reason for her departure.

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The fashion entrepreneur wasn't the only "RHOA" cast member to leave.

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The 53-year-old lost her longtime husband, Gregg Leakes, to cancer.

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