Last week there were rumors that NeNe Leakes role on The Real Housewives of Atlanta had been downgraded to friend status .

NeNe must not have heard because sources claim she’s demanding big buck to return next season….

From The National Enquirer

NeNe is already hauling in a staggering $ 1 million per season plus bonuses. That makes her the highest paid of the “Housewives” in the Bravo network stable – but NeNe still wants a raise to shoot another season.

“Nene thinks she’s a bigger star now, due to a recurring role on ‘Glee’ and the now-canceled sitcom ‘The New Normal,’” a source in Atlanta told The ENQUIRER.

The veteran performer feels she’s done “a lot” for Bravo, “and it’s time to really show her the money,” said the insider. “She is betting the network does not want to lose her. But NeNe is playing Russian roulette and may lose a very good payday.

“Producers aren’t sure she’s worth it anymore.”