Martha Stewart and her most intimate confessions in her Netflix documentary: adultery, nudist parties and sexual fantasies

Martha Stewart, iconic lifestyle mogul and self-proclaimed "domesticity diva," is facing renewed scrutiny from her ex-husband, Andrew Stewart, as details from her upcoming Netflix documentary reveal alleged affairs that span their 30-year marriage.

According to close friends, Andrew Stewart, a New York publisher, was aware of her rumored indiscretions, contrary to Martha's assertion that her infidelities remained secret.

This back-and-forth has reignited discussions over her legacy, personal life, and the compromises in her early career rise.

Martha Stewart's public and private personas collide

As Stewart promotes Martha, her latest documentary, she candidly claims she kept a long-running affair hidden from Andrew throughout their marriage, which ended in a high-profile divorce in 1990. Stewart, now 83, even suggested that secrecy is best achieved by being "circumspect," advising viewers to be cautious and risk-averse.

But a friend of Andrew's, quoted anonymously, asserts that Martha's relationships and flirtations were anything but hidden.

"He knew everything Martha was up to," they explained.

Allegations suggest that during the couple's honeymoon, Martha abandoned Andrew for a night out with another man, setting an unusual tone for their marriage. Later, she would reportedly host flirtatious gatherings at Turkey Hill, her estate in Westport, Connecticut, bringing her public image into stark contrast with her private life.

Among her contemporaries, however, few seemed genuinely surprised by her alleged dalliances. Author Erica Jong, a college classmate, has commented on hearing rumors of Martha's "many affairs," while others recall stories of flirtations that emerged during Martha's brief stint as a stockbroker.

She allegedly captivated colleagues, including actor Brian Dennehy, who admired her boldness and allure. Dennehy, while denying any physical affair, acknowledged their "strong mutual attraction."

Despite the controversy, the documentary could solidify Stewart's image as an unapologetic public figure who prioritizes her brand-and her sense of independence. This fearless approach has often brought her success, though it has not been without personal sacrifice. Today, as Martha Stewart continues to remain single and committed to her work, her story serves as a reminder of the complexities that often underlie public personas.