Kandi Burruss & Tabitha Brown Guest on "Beyond the Gates"

On October 22, 2026, "Beyond the Gates" will welcome two new star power guests: Kandi Burruss and Tabitha Brown. Burruss, known from "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," and Brown, an Emmy-winning entertainer, will debut as Kalista Kilroy and Tia Allen, respectively. Their appearances are timed with a celebration honoring Dani Dupree, an event poised to stir up unresolved family tensions and interpersonal conflicts.

The episode's plot unfolds as the Dupree family gathers to celebrate Dani's achievements. However, an unexpected guest's arrival threatens to disrupt the festivities, potentially leaving Naomi, Chelsea, and Andre to navigate the ensuing fallout. Whether Burruss or Brown will be directly involved in this confrontation remains unconfirmed.

"Beyond the Gates," which premiered in February 2025, has already made history as the first new American network daytime soap in over 25 years. Produced by CBS Studios and the NAACP, it features a predominantly Black cast centering on the wealthy Dupree family in Maryland, exploring themes of family feuds and secrets.

This is not the first time "Beyond the Gates" has featured reality television personalities; stars from "The Real Housewives of Potomac," including Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant, and Wendy Osefo, have previously made guest appearances. The series has also expanded its reach with a dedicated channel on Pluto TV, launched in August 2025.