Where the Cast of ‘Next Gen NYC’ Stands After the Season 1 Finale

The stars of “Next Gen NYC” are giving fans a glimpse into their lives after the Season 1 finale, and it looks like the friendships forged on-screen are still going strong.

Cast member Brooks Marks recently celebrated his birthday, and tributes from his co-stars offered a heartfelt glimpse into the group’s current standing.

The Cast’s Friendship Status Revealed

Brooks, the son of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” star Meredith Marks, was the center of attention this week as fellow cast members honored him on social media with nostalgic photos and kind words.

Riley Burruss shared a side-by-side image showing the early days of their friendship and a recent snap of the duo. “Happy birthday,” she wrote with two red heart emojis. “Throwback to the OG days,” she added, referencing their 2023 fashion collab with Friendly Blues featuring the Brooks Marks Universal Panel Pants.

Gia Giudice, known for her role as Brooks’ confidante in navigating life with a reality TV mom, also posted a heartfelt tribute. “So grateful to have a friend like you!” she wrote, alongside a photo of the pair. In another frame, she added, “Cheers to another year of life, love, & happiness. You’re perfect. I love youuuu. Mouthpiece bestie for life.”

Ariana Biermann also chimed in, sharing multiple photos of herself with Brooks. “Happy birthday,” she captioned one post, tagging him. In another image, Brooks can be seen joking around at a payphone before posing with Ariana in a glam selfie. “I’m so grateful for you and our friendship,” she added. “The most beautiful human.”

Season 1 Wrap Party Highlights Close Bonds

The birthday love came just days after the cast reunited for a Season 1 finale gathering. Ariana hosted the celebration at her apartment, joined by Gia, Riley, Shai Fruchter, and Ariana’s boyfriend Hudson McLeroy. Despite Ariana joking, “It’s not really a party,” the group enjoyed charcuterie, mochi ice cream, and champagne in red solo cups.

In a toast shared via TikTok, Ariana declared, “Cheers to stepping out on our own and doing our own thing for the first time!”

Giudice also posted a video to Instagram showing the friends hugging and lounging on the couch. “And that’s a wrap,” she captioned the moment.

Meanwhile, Brooks’ mother Meredith Marks posted a tribute of her own. “Happy birthday to my sweet Brooksy!” she wrote. “Watching you grow and truly come into your own has been one of the greatest joys in my life. I am beyond proud of the person you are — so full of kindness, curiosity, and courage.”

She continued, “Your laughter is contagious, your heart is huge, and your spirit inspires those around you every single day. I am deeply grateful for our family and for every moment we share together. Thank you for being uniquely, wonderfully you — and for making our world so much brighter. I love you beyond.”

As Bravo’s hit series wraps its debut season, the cast appears to be just as close off-screen as they were on it. From birthday tributes to post-show celebrations, these young stars are stepping into their own spotlight—together.