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From feuds to fame, the former The Real Housewives of New Jersey stars have come a long way. The Real Housewives of New Jersey franchise has bid adieu to many of its stars over the years. But where are they now? Let’s take a trip down memory lane and find out!
A peek at what the former RHONJ stars are up to now!
Caroline Manzo, an OG cast member, left the show in 2014 after five seasons. She had a rocky relationship with former co-star Teresa Guidice. Reflecting on her exit, Manzo said, “The burden became too heavy in my personal life. The show became something that just didn’t reflect my beliefs or who I was as a person.”
Manzo went on to star in her own spinoff series titled Manzo’d with Children from 2014 to 2017. In January 2021, Manzo told Bravo’s The Daily Dish, “It’s not about the money, it’s not about the fame — it’s about your moral compass and how you live your life.”
Siggy Flicker, who was part of the show for two seasons, broke the news of her departure from the Bravo franchise in a letter shared exclusively with Us Weekly in 2018. “That’s a wrap! I want to thank Andy Cohen and Bravo for the opportunity they gave me on The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” she wrote.
Jacqueline Laurita starred in RHONJ’s first five seasons before being demoted to the “friend” role for season 6. Though she was restored to full-time status again in season 7, her run on Bravo ended just before season 8 in 2017. In March 2018, she tweeted, “I don’t like the direction it’s going in anymore. I’m a very positive person & I’m very happy with my life. I love my family & my friends. I want to do positive things and share my journey & knowledge I’ve gained along the way. Helping people gives me pleasure and that’s what I am going to continue to do.”
Danielle Staub
Danielle Staub, the OG villain of the Real Housewives Of New Jersey season 1. Staub joined the show in its inaugural season and immediately caused a stir with her confrontational behavior and alleged past as a stripper. Staub left after RHONJ season 2, but she’s still making headlines. In 2019, Staub and her boyfriend, Oliver Maier got engaged, after just a few weeks of dating. The engagement was short-lived, however, as the couple called it quits just a few months later. Staub has also dabbled in music, releasing the single “Real Close” in 2010, and has made appearances on other reality shows, including The Millionaire Matchmaker and Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars.
Caroline Manzo
Next, we have Caroline Manzo, one of the original cast members of Real Housewives of New Jersey. Manzo appeared on RHONJ for the first five seasons before leaving to star in her spin-off, Manzo’d with Children. The show followed Manzo and her family as they navigated life in New Jersey. After the show ended in 2016, Manzo kept a relatively low profile. She remained active on social media and occasionally appears on Bravo’s The Daily Dish. In 2020, Manzo with her family started a new venture, Cafface Beauty Bar, a salon and spa located in New Jersey.
Jacqueline Laurita
An RHONJ alum is Jacqueline Laurita. Laurita joined in RHONJ season 1 and remained a main member of RHONJ season 7 cast. Laurita was known for her close friendship with Teresa Giudice, but their relationship eventually soured, leading to a falling out. Ever since she left the show, Laurita has kept a relatively low profile. She’s still active on social media and occasionally posts updates about her family, but she’s largely stayed out of the spotlight. In 2019, Laurita revealed that her son, Nicholas, had been diagnosed with autism. Since then she’s been an advocate for autism awareness.
Dina Manzo
Dina Manzo was Caroline Manzo’s sister and a cast member on RHONJ. She appeared on the Real Housewives Of New Jersey for the first two seasons. Dina then left to star in her spin-off, Dina’s Party. The show followed Dina as she planned extravagant parties for her clients. Dina left the show after just one season and has since kept a low profile. She’s active on social media and occasionally appears on other Bravo shows, but she’s largely stayed out of the spotlight.
Kathy Wakile
We have Kathy Wakile, who joined RHONJ in season 3. Wakile was known for her close relationship with her sister, Rosie Pierri, and her love of cooking. Wakile remained until RHONJ season 6 before leaving to focus on her family and her business ventures. Since leaving RHONJ, Wakile has written a cookbook, Indulge: Delicious Little Desserts That Keep Life Real Sweet. She made appearances on other reality shows, including The Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay.
Amber Marchese
Amber Marchese joined Real Housewives of New Jersey season 6 and quickly made her mark as a no-nonsense cast member. Marchese left the show just before RHONJ season 7 but has remained active on social media. In 2015, after being diagnosed with breast cancer, Marchese became an advocate for cancer awareness. She wrote a book, Cancer: A Family Affair, which chronicles her battle with the disease and how it affected her family.
Nicole Napolitano
Nicole Napolitano joined RHONJ season 6. After becoming the fan favorite, she left the show after just one season. She stayed out of the spotlight but is still active on social media. Napolitano owns a boutique in New Jersey called Nicole Marie. She has prioritized on her personal life and businesses.
Teresa Aprea
The other twin sister Teresa Aprea joined RHONJ season 6. She quickly became a fan favorite. Just like her sister Nicole, she also left after just one season. She has largely stayed out of the spotlight but is still active on social media. She has shifted her focus to her personal life and businesses. Aprea and her husband run a successful construction company.
Siggy Flicker
Siggy Flicker became the part of RHONJ season 7 cast for two seasons. Flicker was known for her outspoken personality and her close relationship with Dolores Catania. Flicker remained part of the show until season 8. Since leaving Real Housewives Of New Jersey, Flicker has remained active on social media and has made appearances on other reality shows, including Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Flicker has also written several books on relationships and self-improvement, including Write Your Own Fairy Tale: The New Rules for Dating, Relationships, and Finding Love on Your Terms.
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The former Real Housewives of New Jersey stars have all gone on to lead interesting lives after leaving. From entrepreneurship to advocacy, these women made the most of their time in the spotlight and continue to make a difference in their communities. As RHONJ continues to air new seasons, let’s see which former cast members will make a comeback and what they’ve been up to since leaving the show.
