Rebecca Minkoff is rumored to be joining the cast of The Real Housewives of New York for season 15. A source close to production revealed that Rebecca has been shooting with some of the ladies for the upcoming season, though her role has not been specified yet. Deadline was the first to report the news of Rebecca joining RHONY in an unspecified role. Rebecca is known for cofounding the Rebecca Minkoff brand with her brother Uri Minkoff and establishing the Female Founder Collective. This news comes shortly after Bravo confirmed the full cast of RHONY would be returning for season 15, including Sai De Silva, Ubah Hassan, Erin Lichy, Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, and Brynn Whitfield.
Jenna Lyons, aged 55, had previously hinted that she might not return to RHONY. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Jenna mentioned that her “thorn” from RHONY was the show itself, noting that it was challenging and she thought she would have an easier time being on the show. Andy Cohen mentioned that the cast shakeup and bringing back original cast members for Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy in December 2023 were risky decisions but were well-received by fans. Cohen acknowledged that there may be room for improvement when it comes to RHONY and that growth areas will be addressed in the next season.
The new group of women joining RHONY for season 15 have tried to avoid comparisons to their iconic predecessors. Jenna Lyons emphasized that the original RHONY cast members will always be iconic and hold a special place in people’s hearts, but the new women are part of a different time, setting, and group of individuals. Andy Cohen expressed relief at the positive reception and grace given to the original RHONY women when they returned for the Ultimate Girls Trip, mentioning that it was a risky move that paid off. With the new additions to the cast for season 15, Cohen acknowledged that the show has areas for growth that will be addressed in the upcoming season.
Cohen expressed concerns about the risks involved in making changes to the RHONY cast and bringing back original members for the Ultimate Girls Trip, but he was relieved by the positive reception. Jenna Lyons reflected on the challenges of being part of the show, noting that having cameras on her was shocking and more difficult than she had anticipated. As Rebecca Minkoff joins the cast for season 15 in an unspecified role, fans are eager to see how the dynamics of the show will change with new additions and potential improvements in the upcoming season. The RHONY cast continues to evolve, bringing fresh perspectives and experiences to the show while honoring the legacy of the original cast members.
