Kristen Taekman

Kristen Taekman has established a public profile through her involvement in reality television and a series of entrepreneurial projects. She gained significant recognition as a cast member on “The Real Housewives of New York City” (RHONY), joining the show in 2014 and remaining a main cast member for seasons 6 and 7, concluding her tenure in 2015. Her time on RHONY captured aspects of her personal life, including her marriage and family dynamics. Following her departure from RHONY, Taekman continued to engage with audiences through a fashion and mommy blog titled “Last Night’s Look,” and made further appearances in the Real Housewives franchise.

Beyond reality television, Taekman ventured into the beauty industry with the launch of her own nail polish line, Pop of Color. This initiative involved collaborations with retailers such as Ricky’s NYC, expanding her presence in the market. In 2023, she participated in “The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip,” which was billed as an RHONY Legacy season, further solidifying her connection to the franchise. The series focused on a trip to Saint Barthélemy and reunited several former cast members. Throughout her career, Taekman has maintained an active presence on social media platforms, utilizing them to promote her ventures and interact with her audience. She is married to Josh Taekman, with whom she has two children, Cassius and Kingsley.