The Real Housewives of Atlanta will certainly have a different vibe now that NeNe Leakes is no longer part of the cast but that doesn’t mean there will be less drama in season 8. Besides the physical brawl, Kandi Burrus’ pregnancy, Cynthia Bailey’s rocky marriage, the new and familiar faces joining the cast, here are five more things to expect:

Warning: This article may contain spoilers for RHOA season 8!

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A Surprise Pregnancy

While it’s no longer a secret that Kandi  is expecting a baby with husband Todd Tucker,  another housewife has apparently a bun in her oven. And though Porsha Williams admitted that she has baby fever in the season 8 trailer, she will not be the one getting knocked up this season. An insider tells Radar Online that “someone else is preggers besides Kandi!”

Meet Kenya Moore’s New Man

Viewers will finally meet  car dealer Eugene Casciaro, Kenya’s current love interest, as he makes his debut on RHOA season 8. According to Radar, the show will also shed light on the dark past of Kenya’s boyfriend, who was arrested for beating a cab driver and stealing his taxi in 2009 and for physically attacking a fellow restaurant diner and making terrorist threats in a 2007.

A New Love for Phaedra Parks

Besides Kenya, Phaedra will also have a new man in her life. The lawyer has seemingly moved on from incarcerated husband Apollo Nida, who will remain in prison for the duration of season 8. While  Phaedra is dealing with divorce, she has reportedly been spotted going around town with a new man.

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Kim Fields’ Financial Woes

The newest addition to the cast of RHOA seems determined to hold her own and avoid clashing with the other ladies this season but doesn’t mean she won’t have any personal issues to deal with. Radar reports that the Facts of Life actress owes $212,000 in taxes.

A Nasty Breakup

As reported previously, Porsha broke up with NFL player Duke Williams while filming season 8. The RHOA star and pro football player started dating earlier this summer but their relationship has since been plagued by gossip. The fallout will reportedly be addressed on screen.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta returns Sunday, November 8 at 8pm ET on Bravo.

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Dean Bextor

Staff Writer, BuddyTV