One of the most popular American television series, The Real Housewives of New York City (RHONY), is soon going to start filming its sixteenth season, and this time, some much-loved faces from the previous seasons are making a comeback. One of them will be Carole Radziwill, who will be returning eight years after her dramatic exit from Season 10.Â
But that’s not all; three familiar faces from the reboot era are back, and they will be bringing their Big Apple drama into the new season. With just the cast announcement, it looks like Bravo TV is up for a major reset packed with nostalgia, fresh rivalries, and headline-making chaos. There will be three new faces this time. Take a look at the housewives joining the cast for the first time.
Who’s in, who’s back, and who’s new in RHONY Season 16?
Bravo has officially revealed the cast of RHONY Season 16, and three housewives are returning after a lengthy hiatus and numerous cast departures. The network has confirmed that housewives from season 15, including Erin Lichy, Sai de Silva, and Jessel Taank, will be returning to the reality series. The trio will be joined by fan-favourite former housewife, Carole Radziwill, who is slated to return as a ‘friend of’.
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All three reboot survivors originally joined the reality show in Season 14, when Bravo completely wiped the original cast and chose to start fresh. While the decision was undeniably bold and the makers received mixed reactions, Erin, Sai, and Jessel were the ones who made a mark in the new dynamic. Sai stood out for her sharp and occasionally biting commentary, and Jessel offered a refreshing mix of unfiltered honesty and quick wit. With several cast members, including Jenna Lyons and Brynn Whitfield, exiting the show, the trio are the only Housewives returning for the new season.
However, the biggest headline for Bravo TV fans right now is the much-anticipated return of fan-favorite former Housewife, Carole Radziwill, wife of late Polish prince and TV executive, Anthony Radziwill. Carole is one of the oldest full-time housewives in the Real Housewives franchise, originally starring from seasons 5 through 10.
In 2018, after a highly publicised fallout with fellow reality star Bethenny Frankel and a rather tense reunion with Bravo executive Andy Cohen, Carole had walked out of the show. Inside the house, too, she fell out with fellow housewives Bethenny Frankel and Luann de Lesseps. After leaving the franchise, Carole stepped away from reality television and refocused on her journalism career. Eight years later, the marathon runner and journalist, now 62, is stepping back into the spotlight. How much of her will be seen, however, is not clear yet.
Coming to the first-ever additions to the reality show as full-time Housewives, Season 16 is introducing three new faces, each expected to bring a very different kind of New York energy. The fresh faces will include Hailey Glassman, a seasoned PR pro who previously made headlines for dating a reality star; former WWE Diva Erika Hammond, and longtime celebrity makeup artist Daisy Toye. Let’s take a closer look at their background.
Meet Hailey Glassman, ex-partner of a reality TV star
While Hailey Glassman has largely avoided the limelight in the recent past, she once made headlines for her romantic partnership with Jon & Kate Plus 8 star Jon Gosselin. She is a public relations professional who first came into the spotlight in 2009 for dating Gosselin, shortly after his split from his wife, Kate Gosslyn.
Originally from New York, the 39-year-old has kept her relationship details private since her brief tabloid-fodder romance with Jon Gosselin ended in December 2009. Glassman has largely stayed out of the spotlight in recent years, making her RHONY debut something of a reintroduction.
Meet Erika Hammond, a former WWE Diva
Who doesn’t know Erika Hammond? The fitness mogul may be the most high-profile cast addition this season. Born in Texas, California, Erika is better known as Veronica Lane from WWE. The professional wrestler and fitness entrepreneur was a WWE Diva in NXT, who moved to New York after retiring from the ring. The 34-year-old is also an actress and host, known for NXT 2.0 (2010), Sisters the Series (2016), and The 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards (2013).Â
The former WWE Diva is an entrepreneur as well. As a co-founder of Rumble Boxing, Erika created major fitness programs for Equinox. And today, she is also a billionaire wife; in 2024, she married tech CEO Ankur Jain, and their lavish wedding ceremony in Egypt made heads turn across lifestyle media and global business circles.Â
Who is Daisy Toye?
Daisy Toye is the third full-time Housewife making her reality TV debut with The Real Housewives of New York City Season 16. While she has not made such huge headlines as the other two newcomers, she is a powerhouse in celebrity circles. She is also a NYC resident and has been the go-to makeup artist for Hollywood diva, lifestyle icon Martha Stewart, for over 17 years. It was Daisy’s work that helped craft the Martha Knows Best star’s iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue appearance in 2023.Â
Daisy Toye is a common face in New York’s glam circle, often seen in elite events and luxury shoots. If there’s someone in the cast who basically knows everyone, Daisy might be your go-to person. However, there’s limited information about her personal life.
What caused the strategic reset of RHONY?
The upcoming season of RHONY comes after quite a turbulent period for the franchise, especially given the Bravo show’s struggling ratings in the last few seasons. This time, it looks like the makers have taken up a new strategy by including the reboot cast and a seasoned alum along with the three new faces. Bravo announced the season 16 cast on March 2, 2026, revealing that filming officially begins this week. The show will be available for streaming on Peacock and JioHotstar (India).
What are your thoughts on the strategic new cast reset on The Real Housewives of New York City Season 16? Let us know!
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