RHONY OGs to Star in New E! Docuseries "The Golden Life"

Andy Cohen shares his thoughts on the former Bravo stars' move to a new network.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Several original cast members of Bravo's The Real Housewives of New York City, including Luann de Lesseps, Jill Zarin, Ramona Singer, Kelly Bensimon, and Sonja Morgan, are set to star in a new docuseries on E! called "The Golden Life." The show will follow the longtime friends as they trade in the Big Apple for Palm Beach, Florida, and navigate dating, family, and career milestones in their new sun-soaked lives. Bravo host Andy Cohen has shared his support for the ladies' new venture, saying he's "so excited for them" and that he believes the show will be "great."

Why it matters

The departure of these iconic "Real Housewives of New York City" cast members from Bravo to a new network marks a significant shift in the reality TV landscape. Fans have long been invested in the lives and dynamics of this group, and their move to E! will allow them to continue sharing their stories with a new audience. This also raises questions about the future of the RHONY franchise on Bravo and how the network will move forward without these beloved OGs.

The details

The upcoming 10-episode docuseries "The Golden Life" will follow de Lesseps, Zarin, Singer, Bensimon, and Morgan as they trade in their lives in New York City for a new chapter in Palm Beach, Florida. The release promises "sun-soaked with a sliver of shade" as the longtime friends navigate dating, family, and career milestones in their new environment, all while dealing with unresolved drama from their past.

  • The new show is set to begin filming in the spring of 2026.
  • The ladies previously appeared together in the 2023 season of "The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: RHONY Legacy."

The players

Andy Cohen

The Bravo powerhouse and host of "Watch What Happens Live" who has been closely tied to the "Real Housewives" franchise.

Luann de Lesseps

An original cast member of "The Real Housewives of New York City" who is now set to star in the new E! docuseries "The Golden Life."

Jill Zarin

Another original "RHONY" cast member who will be featured in the upcoming "The Golden Life" on E!.

Ramona Singer

A longtime "RHONY" star who is joining her former castmates in the new E! docuseries.

Kelly Bensimon

The "RHONY" alum who joined the cast in season 2 and is now set to appear in "The Golden Life" on E!.

Sonja Morgan

The "RHONY" veteran who entered the cast in season 3 and will be part of the new E! show alongside the other OGs.

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What they’re saying

“I'm so excited for them. I texted the ladies yesterday. I think it's gonna be a great show. I could never root against these women. I absolutely love them. I love them together — so does America. I'm gonna speak for America.”

— Andy Cohen, Bravo Host (SiriusXM's Andy Cohen Live)

“I think it's gonna be great, and I can't wait to watch, and I'm happy for them.”

— Andy Cohen, Bravo Host (SiriusXM's Andy Cohen Live)

What’s next

The new docuseries "The Golden Life" is set to debut on E! in the coming months, giving fans a long-awaited reunion with the iconic "Real Housewives of New York City" cast members.

The takeaway

The move of these "RHONY" OGs to E! marks a significant shift in the reality TV landscape, as fans will get to continue following the lives and dynamics of this beloved group in a new setting. While it remains to be seen how this will impact the future of the RHONY franchise on Bravo, the excitement surrounding "The Golden Life" shows the enduring appeal of these larger-than-life personalities.