In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Nene Leakes announced that she would not be coming back to the Bravo Reality TV series Real Housewives of Atlanta.  Fans of the show have been posting words of encouragement and sadness about Nene’s departure. Read her heartfelt goodbye below.

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This is so hard for me to type! I cry as I do so! I am so Grateful for all the love and laughs! Thank you so much to everyone that has watched and supported me over the years on this amazing platform! With lots of thoughts and prayer I’ve decided to step out on faith and not fear #nomoRHOA4me

As you know Nene Leakes has a number of other business ventures that have been doing very well.  She just joined the Kim Kardashian Game App which Forbes is reporting brings in $200 million in revenue.  In addition to that, Nene is also gearing up to release a new Nene Leakes Collection on HSN.  All the clothing will be available in sizes 2-24 and various lengths as well for taller women.