Leah McSweeney is a streetwear pioneer, female entrepreneur, cultural provocateur, and mother of 14-year-old Kier living in New York City. In 2004, Leah famously launched Married to the Mob, one of the first streetwear brands for women, by women. Following the incredible success of Married to the Mob, Leah launched her second brand, Happy Place, in the fall of 2020. Highlighting the intersection of sustainability and comfort, Happy Place showcased a different side of Leah's aesthetic and artistic ability.
When she is not building her empire, Leah is a frequent contributor to Penthouse Magazine, Hypebae and Mass Appeal. On and off-screen, Leah continues to advocate for female empowerment, street culture, and creative entrepreneurship, and leans into lifestyle topics like health, fitness, and mental health awareness.
Always inspired to elevate her life, Leah recently welcomed a new four-legged friend to her family, and continues her journey to convert to Judaism.
Appearances
The Real Housewives of New York City
Main cast, played by Leah McSweeney
- Episode 12x01: Back in the NY Groove (Apr 2, 2020)
- Episode 12x02: Stooping to a Lower Level (Apr 9, 2020)
- Episode 12x03: Don't Mansion It (Apr 16, 2020)
- Episode 12x04: Ain't No Party Like a Hamptons Party (Apr 23, 2020)
- Episode 12x05: Not So Model Behavior (Apr 30, 2020)
- Episode 14x01: New Era, New York (Jul 16, 2023)