Martha Stewart’s mom, sometimes known as “Big Martha,” passed away at age 93. According to Martha Stewart’s blog today, “I am very sad to tell you that my mom passed away.” Martha Kostyra, who often appeared on Stewart’s television shows, died on Friday. Stewart called her mother “my favorite guest” and said she led an “amazing life.” Stewart’s blog includes a tribute to her mother.

Martha Stewart has snagged the first post-View interview with opinionated comic Rosie O’Donnell. The chatfest will air on Halloween Wednesday. Read the rest of this entry »