Bravo Announces RHONY Season 16 Cast and Production Start

Bravo announced on March 2, 2026, that production for Season 16 of The Real Housewives of New York City will begin this week in New York City, introducing a mix of returning cast members, three new full-time Housewives, and the return of former star Carole Radziwill in a friend role.

Sai De Silva, Erin Lichy, and Jessel Taank, who have appeared on the series since its Season 14 reboot in 2022, are confirmed to return as full-time cast members. The reboot refreshed the franchise with an entirely new ensemble after 13 seasons featuring original stars. Several members from the rebooted cast will not return, including Brynn Whitfield, Ubah Hassan, Racquel Chevremont, and Jenna Lyons, who announced her departure in November 2024. Rebecca Minkoff, who served as a friend in Season 15, also will not continue.

Joining the show as new full-time Housewives are Hailey Glassman, Erika Hammond, and Daisy Toye. Glassman is a public relations professional with over a decade of experience. She gained public attention in 2009 for her brief relationship with Jon Gosselin following his separation from Kate Gosselin. Hammond, a former WWE performer, co-founded Rumble Boxing, a prominent group...