AceShowbiz - Carole Radziwill is set to make a notable return to The Real Housewives of New York City as the show enters its 16th season. Nearly a year after the season 15 finale, Bravo officially announced on March 2 that the author and journalist will rejoin the cast, appearing as a friend of the Housewives. This marks her first appearance on the series since season 10.

The network highlighted the importance of fan loyalty in bringing Carole Radziwill back, stating on Instagram, "In the marathon of life, loyalty is everything. And because of Bravo fans' loyalty, Carole Radziwill is returning to #RHONY as a friend-of for Season 16." As a friend of the Housewives, she will feature throughout the season but will not hold full-time cast member status.

Alongside Carole Radziwill, Bravo confirmed the return of several other familiar faces, including Erin Lichy, Jessel Taank, and Sai De Silva. The season will also welcome new personalities: celebrity fitness trainer Erika Hammond, makeup artist Daisy Toye, and public relations expert Hailey Glassman. Notably, Brynn Whitfield and Jenna Lyons have both announced their departures from the series ahead of season 16.

In recent months, Carole Radziwill has gradually reemerged in the Bravo spotlight. She made an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen in August 2025, marking her first time on the show since leaving. Additionally, at BravoCon later that year, she reflected on her return, describing the experience as a powerful sisterhood on stage.

The return of Carole Radziwill is highly anticipated by fans eager to see her dynamic as a friend of the Housewives in the upcoming season of RHONY.