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The red carpet was hot, the looks were fierce, and the drama? Even hotter.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta officially rolled out the carpet for the Season 16 premiere, and while the ladies came dressed to impress, it didn’t take long before the tension off-screen made its way center stage. Most notably, the long-brewing tension between Kenya Moore and newest cast member Brit Eady boiled over as the premiere episode aired, leaving fans—and castmates—gagged.

Social media lit up immediately following the broadcast, with fans dissecting Kenya and Brit’s explosive exchange and the unspoken tension that had clearly been simmering behind the scenes. While the exact cause of their fallout is still unfolding, it’s clear Brit is holding her own this season and not afraid to speak her truth—even if it ruffles a few veteran feathers.

But beyond the drama, the premiere night was also a moment of celebration and legacy.

During the premiere event, Atlanta City Councilwoman, Marci Overstreet made a surprise appearance to present the cast with official proclamations, declaring a special day in their honor in the City of Atlanta. The moment was emotional and powerful—a true recognition of what RHOA has contributed to pop culture, reality TV, and the representation of Black women on screen.

And of course, Sheen Magazine was on the scene, capturing exclusive moments and interviewing some of the night’s most notable attendees. We caught up with rising fan favorite Brit Eady, celebrity chef and entrepreneur Kelli Ferrell, powerhouse Angela Oakley, and chatted with a few of the surprise celeb guests who came out to support the ladies—Light Skin Keisha, R&B artist Vedo, and Keiana Stewart from The Real Housewives of Potomac franchise.

From the shade to the sisterhood, The Real Housewives of Atlanta has not only shaped a genre but influenced fashion, language, and lifestyle across the globe. As Season 16 unfolds, the stakes are higher, the storylines deeper, and the tea—piping hot.

Stay tuned. This season is one for the books, and the girls did not come to play. Checkout our Sheen exclusive below: