Candiace Dillard Bassett is a reality television star, singer, and entrepreneur who was born on December 14, 1986, in Biloxi, Mississippi.

She is most notable for being the sassy and sultry star of the Real Housewives of Potomac. Before joining RHOP, 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, having won the Miss United States title in 2013.

Outside of modeling and public service, Bassett is also known for her business career, having founded several businesses and organizations over the years. Lead by her entrepreneurial spirit, Bassett founded the Candiace Dillard Pageant Consulting and My Sister’s Keeper and co-founded, Prima Hair Collection by Candiace Dillard.

In September 2021, Candiace released her debut studio album “Deep Space,” which debuted at #24 in the top 25 current R&B Albums Chart while garnering praise from several industry titans, including Toni Braxton, Anita Baker and Nicki Minaj. The newly selected member of the Recording Academy’s class of 2022 also embarks on a multicity tour this fall.