Despite having a net worth that puts her in a tax bracket many folks won’t experience in this lifetime, Martha Stewart‘s still very down to earth. Stewart’s love affair with New York has never exactly been a secret, but fans think her latest Instagram post only cemented her royal status.
After documenting her adventures during the New York Knicks’ historic championship celebrations, many admirers have affectionately embraced a fitting title for the lifestyle icon: the “Queen of New York.”
Stewart recently shared a collection of candid snapshots from the city’s ticker-tape parade, writing, “Just a few candid shots from the @nyknicks amazing Ticker tape parade on Thursday in NYC everyone was soooooo happy! Great to see my [city] like that!!!!”
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Martha Stewart Has Become One of the Knicks’ Biggest Celebrity Fans
According to Entertainment Weekly, Stewart was among the estimated one million fans who celebrated the Knicks’ first NBA title in 53 years. But unlike most supporters packed into the streets, the lifestyle mogul enjoyed a unique journey to the festivities.
She revealed that she left her Bedford home at 6 a.m. before arriving at Madison Square Garden, where she was greeted by Knicks owner James Dolan. From there, Stewart boarded a bus with members of the Knicks “family” and traveled downtown with a police escort before enjoying breakfast with the team.
Later, she posed with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at City Hall as the celebrations continued.
Stewart has been a constant presence throughout the Knicks’ playoff run, frequently appearing courtside and cheering on stars like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Her passion for the team has made her one of the most recognizable celebrity supporters at Madison Square Garden.
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Fans Think the Nickname Fits Perfectly
Stewart’s newest Instagram post featured several memorable moments from the parade, including photos with Knicks owner James Dolan and snapshots alongside fellow New Yorkers. One image showed the 83-year-old smiling next to singer Sombr, while other photos captured the joy surrounding the citywide celebration.
The comments quickly filled with admiration from fans, with many affectionately referring to Stewart as New York royalty.
The nickname isn’t entirely surprising. Stewart has spent decades building an empire rooted in New York culture, and her devotion to the city’s sports teams has only strengthened that connection.
Whether she’s entertaining at home, opening iconic businesses, or celebrating championship victories with thousands of fellow New Yorkers, fans seem convinced that the title suits her perfectly.
And judging by the excitement in her latest post, Martha Stewart is more than happy to continue reigning over the city she loves.
This story was originally published by Parade on Jun 21, 2026, where it first appeared in the Celebs section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.