Karen Huger just got her big cameo on Beyond the Gates. She made a guest starring appearance in the premiere episode. Now, she’s learning about her future in her real-life drama. The Real Housewives of Potomac star found out about her fate in her DUI case.
RHOP Sentenced To Prison
On Wednesday, February 26, Huger had to report to Montgomery County Circuit Court. She was sentenced to two years in prison, reports PEOPLE. One year was sliced off her sentencing. Huger wore an all-black outfit during her court appearance. She attended court with her husband, Ray. In addition to the sentence, Huger will have to serve five years probation.
The Bravo star can appeal the judge’s decision, but she only has 30 days to do so. She also has 90 days to ask the judge to change the order. Huger received support from her husband, who assured her that everything would be “alright.” He assured her that “God’s got you,” one source told the magazine. Huger hasn’t publicly commented on her legal case.
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Details Of DUI Arrest
In March 2024, Huger made headlines for her DUI arrest. She crashed into a street sign, which was three miles away from her home. The body cam footage showed her drunk and slurring her words. She rattled off the names of the Real Housewives figures, including Andy Cohen. During the incident, Huger admitted that she had “a couple of beers.”
She was hit with a DUI and DWI charge for reckless driving and endangering property and life. According to the report, other charges included driving with a suspended registration and failure to control a vehicle to avoid collision. In January 2025, Huger entered a rehab center in Florida for drinking and prescription medication. At first, she was unable to attend the RHOP Season 9 reunion.
She surprised Bravo fans and cast members when she released two videos. In the first video, Huger denied any issues with alcoholism. The Grand Dame accepted “full responsibility” for the DUI case. She reacted to the verdict, saying, “My heart dropped.” Now, her future with the reality series is up in the air. There’s a chance that she could return after serving her sentence.
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