Candiace, 37, originally joined the hit reality show in Season 3.
"With a whirlwind of new opportunities and responsibilities on my plate, I have decided to take a break from RHOP," she told People.
“As I embark on a new chapter after six remarkable years with The Real Housewives of Potomac, I am filled with gratitude for the enriching friendships, personal growth and moments of introspection that have defined this journey."
“This is not a farewell, but a ‘see you later,'" the Cause a Scene singer teased.
Candiace further thanked her fans and said she was looking forward to sharing her future adventures.
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As of now, it is unclear which current stars of RHOP will be returning for Season 9.
A source revealed that Candiace chose to leave the show on her own merit, following a difficult season that saw her at odds with co-stars Gizelle Bryant, 53, and Robyn Dixon, 44.
In addition to Candiace, Gizelle, and Robyn, Season 8 also featured Ashley Darby, Karen Huger, Dr. Wendy Osefo, Mia Thornton, and Nneka Ihim.
Last night, the season's final episode aired, called An Iconic Ending, with the reunion kicking off next week.
Teaser clips for the reunion show Candiace standing her ground against her co-stars, even referring to Robyn as a "loser" at one point.
CANDIACE'S CAREER
Before joining the Housewives franchise, Bassett worked in the White House alongside President Barack Obama, serving as a liaison between the White House and the African American community.
She is also an established model and won the Miss United States title in 2013.
Candiace has a successful business career, having founded several businesses and organizations over the years.
The businesswoman was cast on RHOP in Season 3, which aired some important moments in her life - including her 2018 wedding to her now-husband Chris Bassett.
While the celebrity couple doesn't have any children together, Candiace is the stepmother to Chris' three children, whom he welcomed during a previous relationship.
She also released her first solo album, Deep Space, while on the show in 2021.
Along with her blossomed music career, the reality star landed roles in films such as Cruel Encounters, Water in a Broken Glass, and The Christmas Lottery.
Candiace is a series regular on the Roku series Hush and has appeared in a variety of other television shows like Family Reunion, Dads Do It Too, and Pivot Point.
During her time in the Bravo-verse, Candiace was also a cast member on Season 3 of Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip.
