Martha Stewart has long been celebrated as the queen of home décor and holiday recipes.
And at 83, America’s first self-made female billionaire is still iconic for her wit, humour and empire-building success.
However, her life hasn’t been all perfectly set tables and flawless soufflés! The new Netflix documentary Martha covers her tumultuous life, from scandal, prison and personal heartbreak…
Courtroom Chaos
Martha’s life took a dramatic turn in 2004, when she faced charges for conspiracy and obstruction of justice related to insider trading.
She remembers the courtroom scene vividly, saying, “My daughter, she fainted when they read the verdict. Poor child.”
Her bitterness towards the prosecutors remains clear. “Those prosecutors should have been put in a Cuisinart and turned on high,” she remarks in the documentary, underscoring her belief she was made a public scapegoat.
Shocking Prison Life
Serving five months in prison was a humbling experience for the domestic goddess. Martha kept a detailed diary, recording moments that ranged from demeaning to horrifying. She recounts being put in solitary confinement for a day for touching a guard’s chain and also says she went hours without food or water.
Affairs & Infidelity
Martha’s 30-year marriage to Andrew Stewart was marred by her husband’s infidelities and also her own brief encounters.
She recalls a stolen kiss with a stranger during her honeymoon – a gesture she saw as spontaneous rather than disloyal. But Andrew’s repeated affairs took their toll, leading to their eventual divorce. Martha reflects, “I thought monogamy was admirable, but it didn’t save my marriage.”
Celebrity Squabbles
Martha’s very outspoken personality has led to a few feuds over the years. Her public friendship with Snoop Dogg is well-documented, but not all her celebrity relationships have fared well.
She had a famous falling out with fellow chef Ina Garten, with each offering differing accounts of their split. And her recent remarks about Ryan Reynolds – “He’s not so funny in real life!” – raised more than a few eyebrows last week!
Watch Martha only on Netflix.
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