RHONY: Kristen Taekman Says She Has Nothing to Hide
Kristen Taekman, newcomer to The Real Housewives of New York crew is a model, mother and business woman, Kristen was brought into the fold thanks to her long friendship with Brandi Glanville, who introduced Kristen to Andy Cohen.
She’s set to step out of her friend’s shadow with the new season of RHONY. And she’s ready for her close-up—even though she didn’t do much to prepare for the show. Kristen did an interview with Bravo and here’s what’s on her mind:
“And I don’t know if that’s good or bad,” she tells the Dish. “I have nothing to hide. I feel like if I’m hiding stuff, you’re hiding insane stuff, and I’m not.”
When asked if she watched the show prior to joining the cast, here’s what she had to say:
“I mean, I watched, but not, like, every episode,” she says. “I watched for Heather Thomson, because she’s a friend, and Beverly Hills, because of Brandi. But I have two small kids and I don’t really get to watch much TV. And I think that’s a good thing! I wanted to come in fresh.”
Now that the show is complete and airing now, Kristen says she’s made some strong bonds with the other women. Especially Carole Radziwill. “We just had dinner together a few nights ago!” she says. “And we have a ton of mutual friends. I went to her book launch party with my husband Josh and there were 12 of our really good friends there, too. It’s crazy how everyone knows everyone in New York City.”
She might not be as enthusiastic about her relationship with Ramona Singer, however. “Once she got to know me a little bit, it got easier,” Kristen says. “But you obviously see that she’s hesitant, like, ‘Who the hell is this new girl?'”
Even with her spot on RHONY, Kristen is continuing to pursue her original career of modeling. “Modeling is the best job for a mom,” she says. “You don’t have to work every day, but when you do, you work for a few hours and get your hair and makeup done. It’s way more glamorous.”
Nancy Zhāng is an Entertainment Blogger for All About The Tea. Nancy covers hot topics, recaps and celeb news. She loves to multi-task as a writer and a private chef. She received a B.S. in Mass Communications from LSU. Nancy’s married and the proud mom of 2 German Shepherds.