Bravo Media announced season 9 of "The Real Housewives of New York" will premiere on April 5. The returning housewives Bethenny Frankel, Carole Radsiwill, Dorinda Medley, newlywed Luann de Lesepps, Ramona Singer and Sonja Morgan are joined by new housewife Tinsley Mortimer.

Tinsley Randolph Mercer Mortimer joins the NYC socialite scene with some southern charm. Growing up in Virginia, Tinsley's friend Sonja Morgan encouraged her to return to New York and start a new chapter in her life.

In the upcoming season "comes a new beginning as the ladies pick up the pieces from last season's dramatic conclusion. While some close chapters in their lives and embrace change, others hold onto the past, rehashing old wounds that sever friendships," says Bravo's press release.

Don't miss any of the drama in the city that never sleeps when "The Real Housewives of New York" season 9 premieres on Wednesday, April 5 at 9 pm ET on Bravo.

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