The drama on The Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ) has hit a new low as Margaret Josephs is under fire for her latest comments about co-star Dolores Catania. Known for her sharp tongue and no-holds-barred personality, Margaret shocked both castmates and fans when she took a swipe at Dolores’ body, claiming, “She must be miserable with her body after every weight gain!”
The controversial comment reportedly came during a heated discussion at a cast dinner, where tensions were already running high. According to insiders, the argument started when Dolores called out Margaret for being overly critical of others, accusing her of taking jabs at people to deflect from her own issues. But Margaret, never one to back down, quickly escalated the situation with her biting remark about Dolores’ weight fluctuations.
“It was a low blow, even for Margaret,” a production source revealed. “Everyone at the table was stunned. Dolores looked hurt, but she kept her composure.”
Fans of RHONJ know that Dolores has been open about her struggles with body image and her journey toward self-acceptance. Her transparency has made her a fan favorite, with many praising her for her honesty about weight gain, aging, and plastic surgery. Margaret’s comment, however, struck a nerve – both with Dolores and the show’s loyal audience.
While Dolores didn’t immediately fire back at Margaret during the dinner, sources say she later confided in co-stars Jennifer Aydin and Teresa Giudice about how hurt she was by the comment.
“Dolores has always been confident, but that doesn't mean comments like that don’t sting,” a friend of Dolores shared. “She works hard to take care of herself, and she’s not ashamed of the ups and downs her body has been through. For Margaret to mock her like that was completely out of line.”
Dolores herself has since addressed the remark in a confessional interview, saying, “It’s disappointing, but honestly, I expected it. Margaret has a way of going for the jugular when she feels cornered. She can say what she wants about my body – I know who I am, and I’m proud of it.”
The comment has sparked outrage among fans, with many taking to social media to call out Margaret for her insensitivity.
“Body shaming in 2025? Really, Margaret? You can do better,” one fan tweeted, while another wrote, “Dolores is one of the most genuine Housewives. Margaret’s comment was cruel and unnecessary. She owes Dolores an apology.”
Some fans have even suggested that Margaret’s remark could damage her reputation on the show. “Margaret has always been witty and sharp-tongued, but this went too far. She crossed a line, and it’s going to cost her,” one viewer commented.
In true RHONJ fashion, Margaret hasn’t backed down. When asked about her comment during an off-camera interview, she defended herself by claiming it was taken out of context.
“Look, Dolores and I go way back, and we’ve always been honest with each other,” Margaret said. “I wasn’t trying to body shame her. I was pointing out how she always talks about her struggles with weight, but then acts like she’s totally fine with it. It’s hypocritical!”
However, her defense has done little to calm the backlash. Many fans see it as an attempt to deflect from the hurtful nature of her comment.
As expected, the drama has divided the RHONJ cast. Jennifer Aydin and Teresa Giudice have publicly sided with Dolores, calling Margaret’s comment a cheap shot.
“Dolores is one of the strongest women I know, and she doesn’t deserve that kind of disrespect,” Teresa said in a recent interview. “Margaret went too far, and she knows it.”
Meanwhile, Jackie Goldschneider and Melissa Gorga have defended Margaret, claiming that her comment was blown out of proportion. “Margaret has a sarcastic sense of humor,” Jackie said. “People need to stop taking everything so seriously.”
As the season unfolds, it’s clear that this feud is far from over. Dolores and Margaret are expected to have a one-on-one confrontation in an upcoming episode, and fans are eager to see how it plays out. Will Margaret issue an apology, or will the rift between the two Housewives deepen further?
One thing is certain: the drama on RHONJ is just getting started, and this latest scandal has only added fuel to the fire. Stay tuned as the fallout from Margaret’s shocking comment continues to unfold – because in Jersey, the drama never ends.
