'The Real Housewives of Cheshire' is set to return to ITVBe.
Lystra Adams
The reality show will return to screens on October 9 with brand new bombshell, Lystra Adams, joining the cast alongside returning stars Dawn Ward, Ester Dohnalová, Hanna Kinsella, Lauren Simon, Nicole Sealey, Rachel Lugo, Seema Malhotra and Tanya Bardsley.
Lystra said: "Joining 'The Real Housewives of Cheshire' is a dream come true!
"Being able to join my friends on screen to share the laughter and witness the drama first hand has been eye opening but I'm not shy, I'm ready for anything!"
The series newcomer to the UK from South America in her 20s to follow a holiday romance.
She made a name for herself in the Cheshire social scene as a model, property investor, and entrepreneur who recently established 202 Kitchen in Manchester.
The 12th season kicks off straight after the UK lockdown was eased, and will see the stars pick up the pieces.
Hanna reveals that she is expecting her first child, Nicole walks down the aisle as she renews her wedding vows.
While Rachel and Tanya explore new business ventures, and Seema attempts to find the perfect partners for her two sons. However, the series also takes a devastating turn as Lauren learns to cope following a loss and Dawn reacts to her family's brush with coronavirus.
Amanda Stavri, Commissioning Editor, Factual Entertainment, ITV said: "After a difficult summer in which everyone's lives have been affected by COVID-19, we're excited to see 'The Real Housewives of Cheshire' return to ITVBe whilst reflecting the unprecedented times that we are living in.
"Seeing the Housewives back on our screens is the escapism we all need right now and we can't wait to catch up on the latest gossip over the coming weeks."