Karen Huger enters recovery program after DUI, misses ‘RHOP’ reunion: report
Karen Huger body cam video: RHOP star found guilty of DUI
"Real Housewives of Potomac" star Karen Huger was found guilty of DUI and four other charges after a March car crash in Maryland. Newly released body camera video shows Huger's interactions with police the night of the crash. WARNING: The following video contains sensitive subject matter. Viewer discretion is advised.
What we know
"Real Housewives of Potomac" star Karen Huger has checked into a private recovery program, her team revealed Thursday.
Huger’s absence from the Season 9 reunion taping raised questions, but her manager, Ryan Tresdale, addressed the situation in a statement shared with Bravo’s "The Daily Dish."
"Karen made the important decision to enter a private recovery program, so was unable to attend the reunion taping today," Tresdale said. "She was fully supported in this choice. We stand behind Karen as she embarks on this meaningful journey and are proud of her for taking such a significant step forward in her personal growth."
When was Karen Huger's DUI crash?
The decision comes weeks after Huger, 61, was found guilty on five charges — including driving under the influence — stemming from a March 2024 car crash in Potomac, Maryland.
'Real Housewives' star Karen Huger found guilty on DUI, negligent driving charges
Karen Huger, a star of Bravo’s "The Real Housewives of Potomac," was found guilty Wednesday of five out of six charges stemming from a March car crash in Potomac, Maryland, including the lead charge of Driving Under the Influence.
The crash, which involved Huger’s Maserati striking a pole, drew widespread attention and culminated in a trial where prosecutors presented damning body camera footage and witness testimony suggesting intoxication.
Huger’s lawyer, A. Scott Bolden, previously stated that they intend to appeal the verdict.
"Although we are disappointed in the jury’s verdict, we of course respect their decision," Bolden said in a December statement to People.
When will Karen Huger be sentenced?
Huger could face up to two years in prison and is set to be sentenced on January 29.
Fans of "The Real Housewives of Potomac" will have to wait until October 6 to see how the season unfolds.