Baha Mar announced Buddy as a new addition to its fifth festival, scheduled for October 21–25, 2026. The lineup also included chefs Daniel Boulud, Marcus Samuelsson, and Amanda Freitag.
Buddy and The Salvation Army announced another National Donut Day collaboration for June 5. Carlo’s Bakery would supply donuts for celebrations honoring veterans in several cities.
The couple talked with Delish about the changes Cake Boss brought to family life. Buddy also explained why making time for fans, especially children, matters to him.
In a Retail Bakers of America member spotlight, Buddy discussed working beside his staff, teaching teams to sell what they bake, and keeping a neighborhood bakery connected to its community.