Martha Stewart Reveals Ex-Husband Was Unaware of Her Past Affair

Martha Stewart Opens Up About Affair in New Netflix Documentary Trailer

Martha Stewart is making headlines again, this time with a revelation from her upcoming documentary set to premiere on Netflix. In a trailer released on October 19, the 83-year-old lifestyle mogul shared a candid moment about her past, admitting she engaged in an extramarital affair while married to her ex-husband Andrew Stewart.

During the trailer, Martha stated, “I was considered crazy, but it worked. Young women listened to my advice.” She boldly addressed the topic of infidelity, asserting, “If you’re married and your husband starts to cheat on you, he’s a piece of s—. Get out of that marriage.” When asked about her own past indiscretions, she replied, “Yeah, but I don’t think Andy ever knew about that.”

Martha was married to Andrew Stewart from 1961 until their divorce in 1990, and the couple shares a daughter named Alexis. Just three years post-divorce, Martha launched her iconic daytime series, “Martha Stewart Living,” which led to a successful magazine and numerous cookbooks.

Reflecting on her journey, she questioned, “What is more important? A marriage or a career?” Her thoughts on traditional life were clear: “The cookie-cutter house and the cookie-cutter life was not for me.” With mottos like “Learn something new every day” and “When you’re through changing, you’re through,” Martha embraced her ambition and avoided a life of complacency.

Her success was not without challenges, including a significant setback in 2004 when she faced legal troubles, culminating in a conviction for conspiracy and false statements, which led to a five-month prison sentence. She emerged from that experience with resilience and even built a friendship with rapper Snoop Dogg.

The documentary, directed by R.J. Cutler, promises an in-depth look at Martha’s remarkable career, tracing her evolution from a teenage model to a leading figure in the lifestyle industry and America’s first self-made female billionaire.

Martha’s documentary will debut on Netflix on October 30, and her relentless spirit continues to captivate audiences, ensuring her place as an inspirational icon in the world of entertainment and entrepreneurship.