Phaedra Parks Gives Full Support to Porsha Williams’ New Relationship: “Girl, Have at It”

Phaedra Parks is fully cheering on her longtime friend Porsha Williams as she embraces a new same-sex relationship with Patrice “Sway” McKinney. In a warm and supportive interview, Phaedra praised Sway as “the sweetest, most handsomely gorgeous woman” and playfully encouraged Porsha with the line “Girl, have at it,” while emphasizing that everyone deserves love wherever they find it. The comments come as The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 17 premieres, shining a light on Porsha’s post-divorce journey and her open approach to dating.

As The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 17 kicks off with fresh drama and new alliances, longtime friends Phaedra Parks and Porsha Williams are showing that true sisterhood means celebrating each other’s happiness — no matter the form it takes.

In a recent interview with Decider, Phaedra Parks opened up warmly about Porsha’s public romance with girlfriend Patrice “Sway” McKinney, offering enthusiastic support and playful commentary that has fans smiling.

“She seems very happy,” Phaedra shared. “Porsha is a free spirit. I never figured her to go all out and get a girlfriend, but Porsha likes to try new things, so this is definitely a new page in her book. I’m excited.”

Phaedra went on to praise Sway, describing her as “the sweetest, the most handsomely gorgeous woman” who is “so sweet, so kind, and adores Porsha.” She added with a laugh, “When Porsha is happy, I’m happy. Frick and Frack is back!”

The “Frick and Frack” duo — a fan-favorite nickname for the close pair — appears stronger than ever. Phaedra made it clear she has no issue with Porsha exploring the “lady pond,” even though she personally isn’t venturing there herself.

“This one is not in the pond,” Phaedra said, pointing to herself, “but if she wants to get in that pond, girl, have at it. I love it. Sway is the best. We all want to be loved. And wherever you find it, honey, enjoy it. Dig in. Two scoops at a time.”

Porsha hard-launched her relationship with Sway in November 2025 with a heartfelt birthday post. The pair had actually known each other for nearly a decade before “spinning the block” and making things official.

Their romance comes after Porsha finalized her divorce from ex-husband Simon Guobadia in June 2025, following a turbulent marriage that played out publicly on the show.

Since going public, Porsha and Sway have shared sweet moments, including a romantic getaway to Los Cabos to start 2026. While engagement rumors surfaced earlier this year, the couple quickly shut them down, confirming they are happily together but not engaged.

The timing couldn’t be more perfect for RHOA fans. Season 17, which premiered on April 5-6, 2026, is already showing Porsha navigating post-divorce life and dating openly — including introducing both a male love interest and her girlfriend to the group. Viewers can expect to see Sway featured more as the season progresses.

Phaedra’s supportive stance stands out in a franchise often filled with conflict. Instead of shade or surprise, she’s choosing joy for her friend’s new chapter.

Porsha has described this season as one focused on “where the love is,” marking a lighter, more authentic chapter after a difficult previous year.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta airs Sundays at 9/8c on Bravo, with episodes streaming the next day on Peacock.

This refreshing moment of cast solidarity is reminding fans why they fell in love with the Atlanta ladies in the first place — real friendships, big personalities, and unapologetic living.