Martha Stewart faces backlash over costume depicting homelessness
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 3:16 PM · 1 min read
Lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart issued an apology after facing widespread criticism for wearing a Halloween costume depicting a homeless person, with critics calling the decision tone deaf and insensitive, Page Six reports.