Martha Stewart Responds to Deleted Offensive Halloween Costume: ‘I Am Distressed’

Martha Stewart has revealed that she’s “distressed” that her Halloween costume portraying a homeless person offended people … and said her outfit was meant to bring awareness.

The businesswoman tells TMZ in a statement … “I’ve spent decades teaching others how to celebrate Halloween —  sharing fun, festive recipes, providing unique craft ideas, and giving tips on entertaining and hosting to make the most of one of my favorite holidays of the year.”

She adds … “I am distressed that my Halloween costume yesterday, which was intended to bring more awareness to the very serious subject of homelessness, has offended people, which was never my intention.”

She continues … “Homelessness continues to remain one of America’s greatest challenges and ongoing crises, something that I care deeply about and I have spent a significant amount of time and effort supporting charities that combat this ongoing social epidemic.”

Martha adds the she is “committed to continuing to make a difference.”

We reported earlier … Martha posted the photo of her in tattered clothes with a sign that read “I AM HUNGRY HELP ME!” as part of Instagram carousel, meant to promote QVC candles.