The lifestyle mogul is finally stepping into the Housewives universe. Martha Stewart has officially filmed a cameo for the “Real Housewives of New York City” reboot, appearing alongside her longtime makeup artist, Daisy Toye, in the upcoming Season 16.
Sources connected to the series confirm the shoot went down within the last couple of weeks, and the cameo is already in the can. Toye, one of the newest additions to the cast, has worked closely with Stewart for years, making the crossover a natural fit.
The appearance marks a notable shift for the 84-year-old entrepreneur. When rumors first swirled last summer that Bravo was trying to woo Stewart for the show, her publicist, Susan Magrino, quickly shut them down, telling Page Six: “Not Martha. She says she is not a ‘Housewife'”
But a cameo is different. Stewart was spotted in January having dinner at Polo Bar with Toye and returning cast members Erin Lichy, Jessel Taank, and Sai De Silva, sparking speculation about her potential involvement. The dinner proved to be more than just a friendly gathering, it was a preview of what’s to come.
Season 16 of the reality TV series features a significant cast shakeup. Returning cast members include Lichy, Taank, and De Silva, the only three from the original reboot who remain. They’re joined by three newcomers: Toye, public relations pro Hailey Glassman (best known as Jon Gosselin’s ex-girlfriend), and celebrity fitness trainer Erika Hammond, a former WWE Diva.
Adding to the excitement, original franchise favorite Carole Radziwill is returning as a “friend” of the cast, marking her first appearance in eight years after a long-running feud with Andy Cohen.
For fans of the reality TV series, Stewart’s appearance delivers exactly what the franchise needs: a genuine New York icon who brings cultural weight and effortless star power. The domestic diva has history with the Bravo universe, she appeared on “Watch What Happens Live” frequently, once sparred with Luann de Lesseps over a missing pie dish, and had Bethenny Frankel as a runner-up on “The Apprentice: Martha Stewart” back in 2005.
While plot details remain under wraps, sources confirm Stewart filmed alongside Toye, suggesting the scene will showcase their real-life professional relationship. Whether she’s offering lifestyle advice, dropping skincare wisdom (she launched her Elm Biosciences line in January), or simply commanding the room with her presence, one thing is certain: when Martha Stewart talks, people listen.
The new season begins filming now, with a premiere date yet to be announced. For a reality TV series looking to reclaim its crown, landing Martha Stewart, even for a moment, is a power move nobody saw coming.
