Drama between the Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ) stars has erupted again as Dolores Catania has publicly expressed her frustration with Teresa Giudice, accusing her of being the main reason for the delays in filming the show. In a recent conversation with sources close to the show, Dolores did not hesitate to criticize Teresa for what she described as “selfish and unprofessional” behavior. But what shocked viewers even more was Dolores revealing that Teresa had targeted her directly during a heated argument, calling her a “past felon,” a comment that was sarcastic and deeply hurtful.
Dolores, who is always known for being outspoken and not afraid to speak her mind, shared that this is not the first time Teresa has caused trouble during production. According to Dolores, Teresa often prioritized her personal issues over the show’s filming schedule, leaving the crew and other cast members waiting for hours. “She always makes everything about herself,” Dolores said in frustration. “The whole team has to wait while she deals with her own drama. Not only is it disrespectful, it wastes everyone’s time.”
However, things got more tense when Teresa, in the middle of a heated argument, used words that Dolores described as “unacceptable.” Calling Dolores a “past criminal,” Teresa brought up Dolores’s previous struggles in life, which she said Teresa used to deliberately put her down in front of others. “She tried to hurt me by digging up my past, but I’m not someone who gets knocked down,” Dolores shared. “I’ve been through a lot in my life and no one, not even Teresa, has the right to use that against me.”
The tension between the two RHONJ stars has not only caused tension on set, but has also divided the fan base. Some have sided with Dolores, saying Teresa has gone too far and needs to take responsibility for her actions. “Dolores has had enough from Teresa. It’s time for her to come forward and speak out,” one fan tweeted. Teresa’s supporters, meanwhile, have argued that Dolores is making a big deal out of it to gain attention. “Teresa may be blunt, but that doesn’t mean she’s wrong. Dolores is just overreacting,” another commented.
The drama has also sparked heated discussions about how reality TV stars often use each other’s pasts as a tool to tear each other down rather than support each other. Critics say Teresa calling Dolores a “felon” is not only inappropriate, but also reflects how relationships in the Real Housewives world can easily be broken by hurtful words.
Meanwhile, according to sources behind the scenes, RHONJ producers are closely monitoring the fight between Dolores and Teresa, even considering making the tension a central part of the new season. “This is the kind of drama that viewers want to see,” an insider revealed. “The tension between Dolores and Teresa will definitely create some dramatic moments on screen.”
Neither Dolores nor Teresa have commented publicly yet, but fans are waiting to see how this fight will play out. Can the relationship between the two longtime friends be mended, or will things escalate even further in the upcoming episodes? One thing is for sure, this drama has brought RHONJ back into the spotlight with unprecedented levels of tension.