Randy Fenoli recalls a funny, off-camera slap from Martha Stewart during her Say Yes to the Dress visit.
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Ever find out what happens off-camera?
Well, Randy Fenoli, the heart and soul of TLC’s beloved Say Yes to the Dress,
recently poured the tea on a funny, invisible interaction with none other than the venerable Martha Stewart!
One of his most treasured memories involving the lifestyle guru during her 2016 guest visit never really made it on our screens. Now picture that!
What then was the salient feature?
Stewart’s visit to assist bride Bailey in locating her dream dress—way back in the Season 14 premiere—turned the discussion to the bride’s opinions regarding her collarbones.
Ever the charmer, Fenoli complimented their beauty, which made Stewart jokingly warn him off – punctuated with a light, friendly slap! people viewers love had a natural, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it conversation.
Randy’s response?
Though first startled, Fenoli—who considers Martha Stewart to be a personal friend—saw right away it was all in good fun.
His one regret is None of the cameras were rolling.
He acknowledged disappointment, teasingly noting he had hoped to tweet about being “slapped” by Martha Stewart herself, a quite unusual story lost to the cutting room floor.
Randy has been kept occupied by what else?
Beyond surprising off-screen events, Fenoli also discussed the magic that does find its way on television.
He noted how Say Yes to the Dress constantly celebrates diversity among its customers and even highlighted a major personal milestone: officiating the first wedding hosted right inside.
the venerable Kleinfeld Bridal salon, so adding still another layer to his varied performance on the show.
Quick Facts: Randy Fenoli & Martha Stewart Moment
- In an unaired SYTTD scene, Martha Stewart lightly slapped Randy Fenoli.
- Stewart’s guest appearance on the Season 14 premiere (2016) brought this about.
- Although Randy Fenoli sees Martha Stewart as a friend, he regrets the humorous moment missed on camera.