In a world where many people still view sharing a bedroom as a non-negotiable symbol of marital unity, Married to Medicine star Dr. Jackie is challenging the norm with refreshing honesty. Recently, she revealed that she and her husband, Curtis, actually sleep in separate bedrooms — and according to her, it’s one of the best decisions they’ve ever made for their relationship.
Dr. Jackie explains that the choice wasn’t rooted in conflict, tension, or any kind of marital drama. Instead, it was about comfort, practicality, and embracing the reality of getting older. “Once you reach a certain age, you just want your own space — your own room, your own closet, a place that truly feels like yours,” she shared. For her, personal space isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.
The idea became a reality when the couple decided to renovate their home. Rather than designing one larger, shared suite, they intentionally created two separate living quarters under the same roof. Each person has their own sanctuary — a space to unwind, recharge, and maintain a sense of individuality while still living a shared life. According to Dr. Jackie, having a marriage that works doesn’t always mean following tradition; it means building routines and environments that support emotional well-being.
Her message is clear: modern marriage doesn’t have to look like the past. While plenty of couples swear by the closeness that comes with sleeping in the same bed every night, others may find that having separate rooms allows for deeper harmony and fewer unnecessary points of friction. Whether it’s differences in sleep schedules, snoring, temperature preferences, or simply needing quiet time, Dr. Jackie believes that choosing separate rooms can be an act of love rather than distance.
“Sharing a life doesn’t always mean sharing a bedroom,” she emphasized. “Sometimes, giving each other space is exactly what keeps the marriage strong.” She also encouraged couples to stop worrying about outside judgment and instead focus on what genuinely works for them. After all, the purpose of marriage isn’t to fit a mold — it’s to build a lasting partnership that feels good on the inside, even if it looks unconventional from the outside.
Dr. Jackie’s candor is resonating with many who feel pressured to conform to traditional expectations. Her perspective offers a refreshing reminder that intimacy comes in many forms — and sometimes, the healthiest marriages are the ones where each partner has room to breathe.
Her story shows that love doesn’t diminish when couples sleep apart; in fact, for some, it’s exactly what allows the bond to grow stronger.
Karen Huger has been found guilty on nearly all counts after being charged with a DUI in Maryland in March.
“Although we are disappointed in the jury’s verdict, we of course respect their decision and appreciate their time hearing our case,” the Real Housewives of Potomac star’s attorney, A. Scott Bolden, tells PEOPLE exclusively in a statement.
Bolden, a partner at Reed Smith law firm adds, “We continue to reserve Mrs. Huger’s right to an appeal and intend to fully pursue justice on her behalf. We appreciate your support and prayers for Mrs. Huger and her family at this time.”
After the March 19 incident, Huger, 61, was charged with a DUI and DWI, negligently driving a vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner endangering property, life, and person, as well as recklessly driving a vehicle in wanton and willful disregard for the safety of persons and property.
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Other charges include failure to control vehicle speed on the highway to avoid a collision, driving a vehicle in excess of reasonable and prudent speed on the highway, driving a vehicle on the highway with suspended registration, and failure to notify administration of change of address within 30 days.
She was found guilty on all charges except reckless driving, her rep tells PEOPLE. The reality star is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 29.
A spokesperson for the Montgomery County Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE on March 20 that Huger had been involved in a single-vehicle collision in Potomac. Law enforcement said the television personality crossed a median and struck multiple street signs but was not injured at the time of the crash.
Authorities also reportedly told TMZ — who was first to report the news — that Huger was allegedly driving in an “aggressive manner” and very fast before the collision.
At the time of the incident, she was not arrested, however, she received several citations.
During Huger’s first day in court on Tuesday, Dec. 17, witnesses described what they noticed, with one man stating that Huger’s car allegedly smelled like alcohol, per Fox 5 DC. A volunteer EMT who responded to the scene said Huger did not want treatment and “swayed” when trying to step into the ambulance. Inside the vehicle, the EMT said Huger allegedly told them to “f— off” and “go f— yourselves” several times.
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Minutes later she complimented a female firefighter, telling her, “You’re so beautiful,” the EMT said.
The jury also saw bodycam footage on Tuesday, where one officer was seen telling Huger she was “hammered,” a claim she called “bulls—” in the footage.
Huger broke her silence on the incident in a statement to TMZ on March 20. The reality star, whose parents died within seven months of each other in 2017, said she was experiencing a moment of grief the evening of the crash.
“With the passing of my Beloved Mother, Grief comes and goes in waves, and with Mother’s Day approaching it has felt more like a tsunami,” she said. “Last night I met a girlfriend for dinner, we talked and brought up some very emotionally sensitive topics. I was crying on my way home and saw a car heading right for me.”
She continued, “I swerved to avoid the head-on collision, hit the divider, and then a tree. I’m hurt, bruised up a bit, but so grateful I am alive! I did receive citations, one of which was unrelated to the incident which is understandable, but what was most surprising is that the car that almost hit me just drove away!”
Huger concluded by reminding fans to “understate your emotional state” before getting behind the wheel, crediting her mother, whom she called her “Guardian Angel,” and her seatbelt for saving her life.
Huger’s arrest is a central storyline in season 9 of The Real Housewives of Potomac, which airs Sundays on Bravo at 8 p.m. ET.