Part 1 of the Season 9 reunion brought clarity to some of The Real Housewives of Potomac headlines that had fans on edge the entire season of the reality series. In a virtual video, Karen finally took accountability for her DUI, only after the judge delivered a guilty verdict almost two weeks before the reunion. Karen greeted Andy Cohen and the women in a white sweater dress, keeping in line with the Potomac reunion theme of winter white. Ironically, the first person Karen thanked in the video was her longtime arch nemesis Gizelle Bryant. Karen thanked Gizelle for their friendship and for supporting her over the last year. Gizelle teared up at Karen’s words most likely because she was just as surprised as the fans to hear her name first. Next Karen thanked the rest of the girls even including Candiace Dillard Bassett, who sat out season 9 to focus on her husband and new baby boy. Lastly, Karen turned her attention toAndy, thanking him for his support and for crediting him with gifting her with the nickname “grand dame”. Andy was surprised to hear his name mentioned in relation to bestowing Karen with the grand dame title, but even more surprising was the fact that Karen went to great lengths not to mention Dr. Wendy Osefo.