Karen Huger REFUSES To Admit She Needs Rehab — Then Exposes Mia Thornton’s Childhood Drug Addiction!

Karen Huger REFUSES To Admit She Needs Rehab — Then Exposes Mia Thornton’s Childhood Drug Addiction! 

Karen Huger denies needing rehab and shifts focus by dropping a bombshell about Mia Thornton’s past drug addiction in the latest Real Housewives of Potomac episode.

Season 9 of The Real Housewives of Potomac is officially underway, and the drama is hotter than ever. Mia Thornton, who joined the cast back in season six as a friend of Karen Huger, has a season full of bold statements and escalating tensions. But in a surprising twist, it’s Karen who’s bringing shocking revelations about Mia’s past into the spotlight, dropping a major bombshell about Mia’s former struggles with addiction during a girls’ trip.

In the upcoming episode, Karen stuns her castmates while they’re on a trip to Lake Norman, Charlotte, North Carolina. Joined by Ashley Darby, Kiearna Stewart, Stacey Rusch, and Mia’s close friend Jassi Rideaux, the conversation veers toward addiction and recovery. When Karen is asked if she’s ever considered rehab, she responds confidently, “No, and if I did, I would’ve told you.”

But then Karen goes even further, stating, “Mia started The Joint practice because she had an opioid addiction.” The reaction from the other ladies is instant. Kiearna is visibly shocked, getting up and exclaiming, “Are you kidding me, Karen?” as Stacey processes the unexpected revelation. Karen stands firm, explaining in a confessional that Mia would “step on Jesus” if it meant advancing herself. “I think it’s personal. Payback is a motherf****r,” she says, making her intentions clear.

For Mia, this season has already been explosive. The tension between her and Karen has escalated rapidly, despite starting their RHOP journeys as friends. The duo, who initially bonded over their mutual status as newcomers to the Potomac elite, saw their relationship take a turn last season when they began openly clashing over various issues.

In recent interviews, Mia didn’t hold back when discussing Karen’s arrest for a DUI, a storyline that has become central to season nine. “When I heard her say [I wasn’t Potomac], I legit was so unbothered,” Mia told PRIDE. “The Grande Dame… the bar is so high! Who can’t get a DUI? I think we all are capable of that. I guess we’re all Potomac! She has mugshots… not me. Maybe that’s the criteria.”

Karen’s recent revelation adds an even deeper layer to their feud. In press leading up to the season, Karen hinted at an explosive altercation, which fans haven’t yet seen but eagerly anticipate. Mia, however, was quick to downplay Karen’s teaser, saying, “The tensest moment was her swinging around a tree, for heaven’s sake! She was talking about herself. What moment? You and the deer? That was the most excitement that I remember.”

Beyond the drama with Karen, Mia’s personal life is also under a microscope this season, with a complicated love triangle involving her husband, Gordon, and her high school boyfriend, Inc. “Life is lifing!” Mia commented. “It’s very complicated. You guys know that I’m going through a divorce from Gordon, and that poses its own challenges. The girls, of course, have their own opinions about it all. Let’s be real. Everyone has an opinion here.”

Mia’s history with addiction, which Karen alluded to, is something Mia has been open about in the past, though not as candidly on RHOP. Longtime fans quickly took to social media to discuss Karen’s revelation, reminding others that Mia has previously spoken about her struggles in a past interview. A resurfaced clip from years ago shows Mia discussing an opioid overdose that led to her hospitalization, something she says ultimately inspired her career in health and wellness.

As the episode airs, fans are curious to see if Mia will respond to Karen’s statement or if she’ll keep her focus on her ongoing personal challenges and relationships within the group. With Mia’s love triangle, Karen’s court battles, and their fiery feud, season nine of RHOP promises viewers plenty of unexpected turns.

The latest developments between Mia and Karen leave fans divided — some support Karen’s candidness, while others feel she may have crossed a line. Regardless, the tension between them adds fuel to what’s shaping up to be a memorable season. As the two continue to face off, fans are left wondering how much more personal their digs will get.

Catch all the drama on The Real Housewives of Potomac, airing Sundays at 8/7c on Bravo.

 

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