The Golden Life, E!’s new series with five former Real Housewives of New York City stars, premiered on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and new episodes air on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Kelly Bensimon, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer move south for the winter in Palm Beach, Florida. The first two episodes stream on Hulu from November 3. Below are the cast, the premiere recap, the schedule and how to watch.
Last updated on October 25, 2026, after the premiere. We update this page as new episodes air. For the rest of the week, see our reality TV schedule.
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The Golden Life at a Glance
| Question | Answer |
| Network | E! |
| Premiere | Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET/PT with a 90-minute opening episode |
| Schedule | New episodes on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET/PT |
| Opening episode | “Golden Years in a Golden Place” |
| Setting | Palm Beach, Florida, with trips to Miami |
| Main cast | Kelly Bensimon, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer |
| Recurring | Candace Bushnell and Margaret Josephs, in additional episodes ordered by E! |
| Production company | Blink49 Studios |
| Streaming | Hulu, from November 3, 2026, starting with the first two episodes |
What Is The Golden Life?
The Golden Life follows five former Real Housewives of New York City cast members as they move south for the winter to reconnect later in life. The season includes yacht parties, the Gay Polo League, a girls’ weekend in Miami and shopping events. E! also ordered additional episodes featuring Candace Bushnell and Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Margaret Josephs.
The Golden Life Cast
The five main cast members are Kelly Bensimon, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer. Here is where each one starts the season:
Kelly BensimonReal estate career, new chapter in FloridaMAIN CAST
Luann de LessepsIntroducing her boyfriend to Palm Beach friendsMAIN CAST
Dorinda MedleyLeft Blue Stone Manor for warmer weatherMAIN CAST
Sonja MorganTouring her Sonja In Your City showsMAIN CAST
Ramona SingerHas a Palm Beach home and shows the others aroundMAIN CAST
| Cast member | Where she starts the season |
| Kelly Bensimon | Growing her real estate career and starting a new chapter in Florida |
| Luann de Lesseps | Plans to introduce her boyfriend to more friends when he arrives in Palm Beach |
| Dorinda Medley | Left her work managing Blue Stone Manor in the Berkshires and is moving toward warmer weather and a slower pace |
| Sonja Morgan | Rebuilding her life, touring with her Sonja In Your City performances and focusing on her well-being |
| Ramona Singer | Has made a home in Palm Beach and introduces the others to local social traditions |
The Golden Life Premiere Recap
The premiere episode, “Golden Years in a Golden Place”, is set in Palm Beach. The group gathers for a yacht party, and Sonja and Dorinda acknowledge lingering disagreements from their earlier TV years, with Sonja hoping they can move forward. Kelly encourages Sonja to talk honestly with Dorinda. The episode also has conversations about dating and Ramona’s Palm Beach fashion advice.
When and Where to Watch The Golden Life
The Golden Life airs on E! on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET/PT. In the US, the first two episodes stream on Hulu, and on Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers, from November 3, with later episodes arriving a few days after they air on E!. If you follow Bravo’s Housewives too, see our guide to the Real Housewives of Potomac Season 11 cast and premiere.
The Golden Life FAQ
When did The Golden Life premiere?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on E!, with a 90-minute opening episode.
What time is The Golden Life on?
New episodes air on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. ET/PT on E!.
Who is in The Golden Life cast?
Kelly Bensimon, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Sonja Morgan and Ramona Singer, with Candace Bushnell and Margaret Josephs in additional episodes.
Where is The Golden Life filmed?
The series is set in Palm Beach, Florida, with a trip to Miami.
Where can I stream The Golden Life?
On Hulu in the US from November 3, 2026, starting with the first two episodes.
Is The Golden Life a Real Housewives show?
It is an E! series with five former Real Housewives of New York City stars, not a Bravo Real Housewives franchise show.
What is the first episode of The Golden Life called?
“Golden Years in a Golden Place”.
Who produces The Golden Life?
Blink49 Studios.
Premiere details, cast and streaming plans are based on E!’s announcements and coverage from Yahoo Entertainment, Entertainment Now and The Hollywood Reporter, and this page is updated as the season airs.
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