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As Bravo continues to fine-tune the forged of The Actual Housewives of New Jersey, it’s clear that Teresa Giudice, longtime OG and fan favourite, continues to be very a lot a part of the dialog. Regardless of not collaborating within the current spherical of test-filming, Teresa’s presence looms giant over the way forward for the franchise.
In accordance with a supply who spoke solely to Us Weekly, “A few of The Actual Housewives of New Jersey forged have test-filmed,” noting that “there are potential new forged members who filmed with Margaret Josephs, Dolores Catania and Melissa Gorga in mid-August.” Whereas test-filming is a routine a part of the casting course of, it’s what comes subsequent that followers are ready for.
One identify being thought of for the brand new season is podcast host Michelle Barone, who, based on social media, “is pleasant with authentic forged member Teresa Giudice and Jackie Goldschneider.” That element alone speaks volumes: even with out test-filming, Teresa’s social circle helps form the longer term forged.
Importantly, Teresa hasn’t been counted out. The insider confirmed that though Teresa, Jackie, and Jen Fessler didn’t take part within the early check shoots, they “are nonetheless in consideration to be a part of the brand new season.” A Bravo spokesperson backed up the uncertainty, saying, “No official casting choices have been made.”
With RHONJ on hiatus since season 14 wrapped in August 2024, hypothesis in regards to the subsequent chapter has solely intensified. The final season noticed a noticeable break up within the forged, with “Teresa, Jackie, and Jennifer Aydin on one facet and Margaret, Melissa, Danielle Cabral and Rachel Fuda on the opposite.” In the course of the stress have been Dolores and Jen Fessler, who “tried their greatest to remain impartial.”
Regardless of the drama, Teresa continues to be a central determine. Her alliances, affect, and fan base stay sturdy, and even Bravo’s prime brass appear to acknowledge her significance. Andy Cohen shut down any rumors of cancellation, clarifying on The View, “It was actually on a deep pause, and we’re actively there casting and taking a look at the way forward for what that shall be. It’s an incredible franchise, and we find it irresistible. I simply should reiterate that.”
When requested two months in a while Watch What Occurs Reside about what’s subsequent for RHONJ, Andy saved it temporary however encouraging: “We’re shut.”
With casting choices nonetheless up within the air and check shoots ongoing, one factor is definite: Teresa Giudice’s legacy on The Actual Housewives of New Jersey isn’t going anyplace.
