Askale Davis

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Askale Davis
BornAskale Davis
NationalityAmerican
OccupationTelevision personality, entrepreneur
Known forThe Real Housewives of Potomac (Season 6)
Spouse(s)Drè Davis

Askale Davis is an American television personality and entrepreneur who rose to public attention as a "friend of the housewives" during the sixth season of the Bravo reality series The Real Housewives of Potomac (RHOP) in 2021. Davis is of Ethiopian heritage. She appeared on the show as a friend of cast member Robyn Dixon and quickly became known for her fashion sense, her tight-knit family life, and her willingness to jump into the interpersonal drama that defines the franchise. During her single season, she built friendships with several cast members, particularly Candiace Dillard Bassett, while also playing a role in some of the season's biggest conflicts. She didn't return for season seven, but she's kept her public profile alive through social media and major life announcements, including news of her third pregnancy in 2023.

Early Life

Askale Davis has Ethiopian roots and has publicly discussed how her cultural heritage shapes her identity and values.[1] Her exact birth date and location haven't been widely documented in published sources. Same goes for details about her upbringing and original family. What we do know is that Davis takes pride in her Ethiopian heritage and has woven elements of it into both her personal and professional life.

Before her TV career took off, Davis was already established in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. She moved through the social circles around Potomac, Maryland, an affluent community in Montgomery County that serves as the backdrop for the Bravo series.[2] Those local connections eventually led to her casting on the reality show.

Career

The Real Housewives of Potomac

Davis joined The Real Housewives of Potomac for season six. The show premiered on Bravo on July 11, 2021. She came in as a "friend of the housewives," a recurring role within the Real Housewives franchise for cast members who appear regularly but aren't full-time housewives. Robyn Dixon, one of the show's original cast members, brought her on.[3]

Davis made an impression fast. Her distinctive personal style and confident presence caught viewers' attention right away. Screen Rant noticed at the time that she was "already stirring up drama" on the show, which is pretty much the hallmark of successful Real Housewives cast members.[4] Nicki Swift profiled her when she joined the cast and noted that she was "already making a splash" on the series.[5]

During season six, Davis and Candiace Dillard Bassett grew close. The two couples, Davis with her husband Drè and Candiace with Chris Bassett, were photographed together on a double date night. Bravo covered the outing on its website and framed it as proof of a real friendship that'd formed during filming.[6] Davis also attended the season six reunion with Drè at her side. After the taping wrapped, she shared some photos from the event, and Bravo highlighted romantic shots with her husband on its digital channels.[7]

The show's "Secrets Revealed" special aired on December 5, 2021. Viewers got a look inside her home. Yahoo Entertainment described it as "immaculate" with "gorgeous gold accents," suggesting that Davis's eye for interior design matched her on-screen fashion sense.[8]

Departure from RHOP

In March 2022, news broke that Davis wouldn't be returning to The Real Housewives of Potomac for season seven. Reality Tea confirmed it, noting that Davis had been a part-time cast member for one season.[9] Whether she chose to leave, the network didn't bring her back, or it was mutual? Published reports didn't spell that out. Her single season placed her alongside countless other cast members who've cycled through the Real Housewives of Potomac franchise over the years. The show premiered on January 17, 2016, and has seen a steady flow of additions and departures ever since.[10]

Post-Television Career

After leaving the show, Davis kept active on social media. She shares her personal and family life with her followers. Bravo's digital platforms have continued to cover her life events. In September 2023, the network reported on her pregnancy announcement with her third child, describing the reveal as having been shared "in the sweetest way."[11]

Personal Life

Davis is married to Drè Davis. The couple's been visible together in public. They appeared at the season six reunion of The Real Housewives of Potomac and have shared moments on social media. Bravo featured photos of them together on numerous occasions during and after the sixth season, describing them as a close pair.[12]

She's a mother. As of September 2023, she announced she was expecting her third child.[13] Before that announcement, she'd been photographed with her family, including during a trip to Amelia Island. Bravo covered that getaway in October 2021 and published several images of Davis at the beach with her family, calling them "the most precious family photos."[14]

Davis and her husband went out with other RHOP cast members and their spouses during her time on the show. A double date with Candiace Dillard Bassett and her husband Chris Bassett was documented by Bravo in December 2021.[15]

The family lives in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Their home was featured during the season six "Secrets Revealed" episode. Yahoo Entertainment praised its elegant design and gold-themed accents.[16]

Recognition

Davis's main claim to fame comes from her appearance on The Real Housewives of Potomac during season six. Her time on the show was brief, just one season in a "friend of" role, but several entertainment outlets covered her both during and after her stint. Nicki Swift, Screen Rant, Yahoo Entertainment, and Bravo itself all published features or profiles about her during the 2021 season.[17][18]

Bravo still recognizes Davis as part of the franchise family. The network has covered her major moments, including her third pregnancy in 2023. Her continued coverage suggests she's held onto some public interest within the Real Housewives fan base even after stepping away from the active cast.[19]

Her presence on The Real Housewives of Potomac also mattered for Ethiopian American representation on mainstream television. She was a cast member of Ethiopian heritage on a major cable network's flagship reality franchise. Viewers and media covering diversity in reality television programming took note of that.[20]

References

  1. ↑ "Who Is RHOP's New Housewife, Askale Davis?". 'Nicki Swift}'. July 26, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  2. ↑ "RHOP: Everything To Know About New 'Friend Of' Askale Davis". 'Screen Rant}'. July 30, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  3. ↑ "Candiace Dillard Bassett and Askale Davis Had the Most Romantic Double Date Night". 'Bravo}'. December 8, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  4. ↑ "RHOP: Everything To Know About New 'Friend Of' Askale Davis". 'Screen Rant}'. July 30, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  5. ↑ "Who Is RHOP's New Housewife, Askale Davis?". 'Nicki Swift}'. July 26, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  6. ↑ "Candiace Dillard Bassett and Askale Davis Had the Most Romantic Double Date Night". 'Bravo}'. December 8, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  7. ↑ "Askale Davis Reveals the Most Romantic Photo with Her Husband from the RHOP Reunion". 'Bravo}'. November 22, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  8. ↑ "See Inside Askale Davis' Immaculate Home with Gorgeous Gold Accents".Yahoo Entertainment.December 7, 2021.https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/see-inside-askale-davis-immaculate-155700974.html.Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  9. ↑ "Askale Davis Is Not Returning To Real Housewives Of Potomac Season 7". 'Reality Tea}'. March 28, 2022. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  10. ↑ "The Real Housewives of Potomac". 'Bravo}'. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  11. ↑ "RHOP Alum Askale Davis Is Pregnant with Baby No. 3". 'Bravo}'. September 11, 2023. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  12. ↑ "Askale Davis Reveals the Most Romantic Photo with Her Husband from the RHOP Reunion". 'Bravo}'. November 22, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  13. ↑ "RHOP Alum Askale Davis Is Pregnant with Baby No. 3". 'Bravo}'. September 11, 2023. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  14. ↑ "You Need to See These Photos of Askale Davis and Her Family". 'Bravo}'. October 1, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  15. ↑ "Candiace Dillard Bassett and Askale Davis Had the Most Romantic Double Date Night". 'Bravo}'. December 8, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  16. ↑ "See Inside Askale Davis' Immaculate Home with Gorgeous Gold Accents".Yahoo Entertainment.December 7, 2021.https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/see-inside-askale-davis-immaculate-155700974.html.Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  17. ↑ "Who Is RHOP's New Housewife, Askale Davis?". 'Nicki Swift}'. July 26, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  18. ↑ "RHOP: Everything To Know About New 'Friend Of' Askale Davis". 'Screen Rant}'. July 30, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  19. ↑ "RHOP Alum Askale Davis Is Pregnant with Baby No. 3". 'Bravo}'. September 11, 2023. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
  20. ↑ "Who Is RHOP's New Housewife, Askale Davis?". 'Nicki Swift}'. July 26, 2021. Retrieved 2026-03-19.
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