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Martha Stewart apologizes on ‘Today’ for Halloween costume controversy | CNN

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November 06, 2026 • 12:00 PM
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Martha Stewart joined “TODAY” co-host Craig Melvin on Friday to apologize for her controversial Halloween costume and set the record straight that Melvin played no role in her decision to go with the costume. Stewart dressed up as a homeless person and posted a since-deleted photo to Instagram, drawing backlash online.

Martha Stewart apologizes on ‘Today’ for Halloween costume controversy | CNN

Martha Stewart joined "TODAY" co-host Craig Melvin on Friday to apologize for her controversial Halloween costume and set the record straight that Melvin played no role in her decision to go with the costume. Stewart dressed up as a homeless person and posted a since-deleted photo to Instagram, drawing backlash online.

Martha Stewart joined "TODAY" co-host Craig Melvin on Friday to apologize for her controversial Halloween costume and set the record straight that Melvin played no role in her decision to go with the costume. Stewart dressed up as a homeless person and posted a since-deleted photo to Instagram, drawing backlash online.

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