Married to Medicine’s Dr. Contessa Reveals Where She Really Stands With Dr. Heavenly (Exclusive)

The Ups and Downs of Friendship: Dr. Contessa Metcalfe and Dr. Heavenly Kimes

Married to Medicine’s Dr. Contessa Metcalfe is still navigating her complicated friendship with Dr. Heavenly Kimes, a dynamic that has been a central theme in the show’s 11th season. In a recent interview with Us Weekly, Contessa, 38, opened up about the challenges of maintaining their relationship, describing it as an “ebb and flow.” Both women are Type-A personalities, and their strong-willed nature often leads to a power struggle. “It’s going to always be this kind of power struggle. Like, who’s going to give in first?” Contessa shared. Despite the tension, she emphasized her commitment to teamwork and avoiding distractions, especially during the cast’s recent trip to Florida. “I feel like if we’re taking away from the light playfulness of how the group can move, then I’m going to be the one who bows down first every single time,” she said, reflecting on her military background and the importance of unity.

Contessa took the first step toward mending their friendship during the trip by giving Heavenly a warm hug. Her gesture was an attempt to break the ice and shift the group’s focus away from past conflicts. “I’m not about to ruin this vacation by making it messy,” she explained. While the moment seemed promising, it’s clear that trust remains an issue between the two. Contessa candidly admitted that her walls are still up when it comes to trusting Heavenly fully. “You wouldn’t trust her with your diary, with your pin number,” she joked, emphasizing her cautious stance.

A Once-Unbreakable Bond: The Rise and Fall of Contessa and Heavenly’s Friendship

Contessa and Heavenly were once inseparable, sharing a strong sisterhood that fans of the show adored. However, their friendship took a hit due to a series of explosive arguments and questionable social media behavior. These incidents left the cast divided and created tension that lingers to this day. As the season progresses, viewers are witnessing the aftermath of these conflicts, with Contessa expressing her reluctance to fully trust Heavenly. “You wouldn’t trust her with your kids and your grandkids and your aunties and cousins and sister—nothing,” she remarked, highlighting her Wariness of Heavenly’s reliability.

While Heavenly has shown appreciation for Contessa’s efforts to reconnect, she hasn’t hesitated to call out her friend’s inconsistencies. In a previous episode, Heavenly acknowledged the positive side of Contessa’s behavior during the Florida trip, saying, “This is the Contessa I like. The other bitch I don’t—but I don’t ever know what bitch I’m gonna get.” Her comments underscore the unpredictability of their relationship and the challenges of navigating their dynamic.

Shifting Alliances and Superficial Relationships

Amid the ongoing drama, Contessa has found support in co-stars Phaedra Parks and Lateasha “Sweet Tea” Lunceford, who have become her allies this season. However, she has also noticed Heavenly’s evolving relationships with other women in the group. “If you notice, there is this element of, like, [keeping people at an] arm’s length,” Contessa observed, pointing out Heavenly’s tendency to maintain a distance from deeper, more vulnerable connections.

Contessa described Heavenly as “that friend” you call when you want to gossip or talk about someone else, but not the person you turn to for true intimacy or emotional support. “You have that friend you go shopping with. You have that friend that you call when you are in an emergency. You have that friend that you call when you want to talk s— about somebody,” she explained. “If you want to talk about somebody, that’s the person you call. But when you want a true, intimate moment, she’s not.” Contessa’s words paint a picture of a friendship that, while entertaining and engaging, lacks the depth and trust needed for a meaningful connection.

The Future of Contessa and Heavenly’s Friendship

As Married to Medicine continues to air on Bravo Sundays at 9 p.m. ET, fans are eagerly watching to see how Contessa and Heavenly’s relationship will unfold. With past episodes available to stream on Peacock, viewers can catch up on all the drama and see for themselves how these two strong-willed women navigate their complicated bond. Will they find a way to move past their differences and rebuild their friendship, or will their power struggle continue to define their relationship? One thing’s for sure—this season of Married to Medicine is filled with twists, turns, and emotional moments that keep fans on the edge of their seats.