Andy Cohen Breaks His Silence On Carole Radiziwill's Surprising Return To 'RHONY' After Years-Long Feud

"Real Housewives" executive producer Andy Cohen is finally breaking his silence on Carole Radziwill's sudden return to the "Real Housewives of New York City." The father of two spent a portion of his radio show, "Andy Cohen Live," speaking with co-host John Hill about the network's casting choices before expressing his excitement about the upcoming season.

According to The Blast, Radziwill will join the season 16 cast of "RHONY" as an official "friend of" the group.

On his radio show, Cohen said he was "so excited" about the upcoming batch of episodes, saying the network had been "working on this for a while."

Radiziwill's return comes after the author-turned-reality star departed the series in 2018 after 5 seasons.

"I think I took her out for coffee in, was it December or January, and proposed that she be a friend," Cohen said on his show, revealing the former full-time Housewife was "very Radzi about it ... very analytical."

Radziwill's return to "RHONY" comes at an interesting time, considering the network replaced all of the show's OG women with a new cast for season 14. Despite that, Cohen said Radziwill's appearance on the show shouldn't feel out of place.

"You know, she's gotten to be pals with Erin and Abe, like they are actually legitimate friends," the "Watch What Happens Live" host said, referencing current "RHONY" stars Erin and Abe Lichy. "It'll be good."

Radziwill's time on "RHONY" wasn't all peaches and cream. Throughout her five seasons, she feuded with the show's heavy hitters, including Bethenny Frankel and even Cohen himself.

Radziwill opened up about her return on Instagram, shouting out Bravo viewers for manifesting it. "I hope to live up to your expectations! I'm happy to join this amazing group of women to have some fun and make great TV. Stay tuned. And as always, thank you for your loyalty and support. Xx," she wrote.

Radziwill departed "RHONY" in 2018 after the conclusion of season 10. In a lengthy post shared on Instagram, the TV personality explained that she would spend her free time getting back to the things that made her happy.

"After six seasons on Bravo’s RHONYC, I have decided to return to what I do best — journalism and producing," she wrote online. "I am sure this does not come as a surprise to any of the viewers, all of whom have been supportive, encouraging, and kind."

Radziwill continued, "My original curiosity about reality television has waned over the years, and I am focusing on TV and writing projects that better suit my more steady temperament."

The New York Times Best-Selling author went on to say that she made amazing friends and worked with outstanding industry leaders.

"... I’m thrilled to leave frenemies behind," she said before adding, "I will remember this entire experience with delight, humor, and a veracious accuracy. Next."

Another reason Radiziwill's return is so surprising is because of the reality star's past feud with Cohen.

During an episode of "Andy Cohen Live," Cohen explained that he and Radziwill stopped speaking for years following her exit; however, they reconciled in August 2025.

"She and I, as you know, had a big kind of falling out. She asked me to never speak to her again, and then we kind of went at each other, publicly, for years," Cohen said.

Radziwill confirmed Cohen's version of events, writing, "True story...we hadn't spoken or even bumped into each other in nearly 7 years," on her Instagram Story. "After another public argument, we quietly settled our differences over text messages. Then, one week later, we bumped into each other at The Polo Bar! The universe had said, enough."

Radziwill isn't the only familiar face returning to Bravo for "RHONY" season 16.

Sai De Silva, Jessel Taank, and Lichy have all signed on for the upcoming collection of episodes.

Additionally, newcomers Hailey Glassman, Erika Hammond, and Daisy Toye are joining the fold.

"We’ll be there in a New York minute," the Instagram post's caption read. "Meet the official cast of #RHONY Season 16! Start spreading the news...cameras begin rolling THIS WEEK!"