Hayu revealed that Katherine Ryan answered London’s call to lead The Real Housewives of London reunion special for the brand-new series coming to the streamer later this year.
Already a fan of Hayu and The Real Housewives franchise, Ryan will bring her unique humour to navigate the final discussion of the season, get answers to all the lingering questions, and, ultimately, ensure the Housewives spill the tea.
Hayu’s first-ever commission of an original series, The Real Housewives of London, will feature a cast of six glamorous ladies, as announced by the streamer last month.
- Juliet Angus – a Chicago native, stylist, social media influencer, former fashion publicist and founding cast member of Ladies of London;
- Amanda Cronin – a former model turned entrepreneur who founded Amanda Caroline Beauty skincare and runs The Secret Door, an aesthetics and wellness clinic in Belgravia;
- Karen Loderick-Peace – a former cast member of The Real Housewives of Jersey, the native of Jamaica who came to the UK in her twenties is preparing to launch her own fashion label;
- Juliet Mayhew – an Australian native and former Miss Galaxy Universe- she runs a successful event planning company – catering to elite clients;
- Panthea Parker – a native of Iran, she came to the UK as a child and is now a mother of four who’s known for her high-society lifestyle, having been on the Mayfair scene since the ‘90s; a
- nd, Nessie Welschinger – a former Head of Global & International Equity FMAs at Schroders, who runs the renowned Chelsea Cake Company and showcased her skills on Bake Off: The Professionals.
“Pinch me and tell me this is real! As a mega-fan of The Real Housewives franchise – and of Hayu – I can’t wait to get Juliet, Amanda, Karen, Juliet, Panthea and Nessie into the hot seats at the end of the season,” said Ryan.
“Hosting The Real Housewives of London reunion show is a dream opportunity for me – and I’m honoured to be trusted to represent the fans and to bring a female perspective to analysing all the emotions, arguments, twists and revelations.”
The Real Housewives of London went into production in March 2025, with six bold, dynamic and successful socialites showcasing the luxury of living in the UK’s iconic capital.
Whether hosting lavish dinners, escaping to a Scottish castle, or rebuilding bonds over bottles of champagne, they’re all navigating life, legacy and loyalty. With big personalities, deep histories, and no shortage of designer drama, the path to connection is never simple, but it’s always captivating. London’s calling and these six ladies have answered.
