Overview

• Phaedra Parks is set to return to 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' for Season 16 after a six-season absence.
• Parks praised the new 'RHOA' cast members, describing them as 'firecrackers' and expressing excitement about the show's refreshed dynamic.
• New full-time cast members for 'RHOA' Season 16 include Kelli Ferrell, Brittany Eady, and Angela Oakley, with Shamea Morton Mwangi promoted to a Housewife.
• Parks made her debut on 'Dancing With the Stars' Season 33, scoring 19/30 for her cha-cha performance with pro partner Val Chmerkovskiy.
• Despite not seeking advice from previous 'Housewives' contestants on DWTS, Parks aims to break the 'Housewives' curse and win the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.