Dorinda Medley was born in the Berkshires in Massachusetts, Dorinda graduated from college and arrived in New York City, working in the showrooms of Liz Claiborne. She met her first husband and followed him to London to start a family and eventually her own cashmere company, DCL Cashmere. Many high-profile London clients like Princess Diana and Joan Collins became acquaintances, and soon, Dorinda left her mark on London society.
A fan favorite on the show, Dorinda brings her hospitality and honesty to the much-loved series. Dorinda is always directing her energy and focus on her family and friends, social engagements, and health and wellness. In 2019, Dorinda reignited her passion for teaching aerobics, creating and touring with her interactive workout class Dorobics to great success. She continuously gives back to her favorite charitable organizations like Ali Forney Center, Born This Way Foundation, Prevention, and Joy. J Initiative, Ronald McDonald House, NYLovesKids.org, and Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation.
Dorinda Medley parents
Dorinda Medley’s parents are John Medley and Diane Medley. It’s where her parents, John Medley and Diane Medley raised her and where she now owns Blue Stone Manor, a colorful estate teeming with eccentricities and wallpapered with memories of drunken antics filmed there during her six seasons as a cast member on The Real Housewives of New York City.
Meet Richard H. Medley
Richard was a successful hedge fund manager based in New York City. He was the former business partner of George Soros and he also worked as a speechwriter for Geraldine Ferraro, who was the first woman to ever run for Vice President. Richard is the ex-husband of Dorinda Medley.
