I told you HERE weeks ago that Bravo’s newest addition Real Housewives of Potomac were slated to return for a season 2 despite mixed reviews from viewers and critics. The ladies are also expanding their search for a more diverse cast and are scouting in the DC, MD, VA area now.

Well today, Bravo confirmed the news and revealed that the series did amazing in ratings for the network. Via Deadline:

Just ahead of its Sunday Season 1 finale, Bravo Media has ordered a second season of The Real Housewives of Potomac.

he series has seen strong ratings in its inaugural season, averaging 2.1 million total viewers, 1.3M P25-54 and 1.2M P18-49 in Live+3, according to Nielsen. It’s the network’s highest-rated freshman series since Vanderpump Rulesamong P18-49 and P25-54 and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in total viewers. Additionally, The Real Housewives of Potomac ranked as the second highest-rated freshman series among all ad-supported cable networks

Here’s looking forward to more drama and hopefully more diversity outside of the Potomac circle for next season! Check out a sneak peek at this Sunday’s part 2 of their reunion.