Teresa Giudice was NOT asked to leave Real Housewives Of New Jersey amid show's potential 'reboot' and cast tensions
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Teresa Giudice has not been asked to leave The Real Housewives Of New Jersey amid rumors she would not be returning for the upcoming 15th season.
The TV personality, 52 - who was recently slammed for heavy filters on a bikini photo from a trip to Turkey - has been a cast member on the show since the first season began airing in 2009.
However, a source told DailyMail.com that the Bravo series is 'on ice' - with Andy Cohen also revealing that a 'reboot' is a possibility in regards to RHONJ's future.
But sources informed TMZ on Friday that Teresa has not exited the reality series and added there is 'no truth' to the speculation that she had been booted off.
Rumors that Giudice had been asked to leave began to circulate once again after castmate, Frank Catania, appeared on a recent episode of The Lisa Alastuey podcast.
Teresa Giudice, 52, has not been asked to leave The Real Housewives Of New Jersey amid rumors she would not be returning for the upcoming 15th season; seen in June
He commented on the claims and expressed, 'I've heard the same [speculation] about Teresa being asked to leave, as opposed to being fired.'
'But it's a shame because, you know, I see Teresa landing someplace. Because Teresa, across all the franchises, is probably the most recognizable "Housewife" in the world.'
Catania explained that he felt the cast could potentially be changed for the next season.
The star added, 'I suspect that they are going to be dropping off some people and bringing additional new people in as well as keeping some people on.'
'You can't continue the way we're doing it now because right now it is basically two separate shows.'
Frank further stated on the podcast, 'You got a reality show where half the cast can't - won't film together with the other half of the cast. How are you supposed to have a reality show?'
During a recent interview on Live With Kelly And Mark, Teresa also addressed rumors that she was leaving the series.
'Really? Who put those rumors out there,' the TV personality said. 'Maybe some of my cast members. No, I am not leaving.'
But sources informed TMZ on Friday that Teresa has not exited the reality series and added there is 'no truth' to the speculation that she was asked by the network to leave
Rumors that Giudice had been asked to leave began to circulate once again after castmate, Frank Catania, appeared on a recent episode of The Lisa Alastuey podcast; seen in July in NYC
'I started the show, and when Bravo wants me to leave, that's when I'll leave,' she added.
Earlier this month, a source told DailyMail.com that the 15th season of RHONJ is currently 'on ice' and revealed filming won't resume until next year in 2025.
'There are not going to be any decisions about what will or won't happen with the show until early next year.'
The insider continued, 'There is not going to be any more filming of RHONJ for the remainder of the year. There's nothing planned. It's on ice.'
Alongside Giudice, other cast members include Jennifer Aydin, Dolores Catania, Melissa Gorga, Margaret Josephs, Danielle Cabral, Rachel Fuda, as well as Jackie Goldschneider and Jennifer Fessler.
'Everybody is waiting to find out what's going to happen,' the source expressed, adding speculation that cast members have been fired is 'not true.'
'The cast for the new season is not going to be decided anytime soon. Casting is not something Bravo is rushing into. It’s not even going to start to take form until next year.'
However, the source said, 'there are some cast members that are less likely to come back than others based on certain events that have unfolded this past season. But, for two or three cast members, it could be over for good.'
Earlier this month, a source told DailyMail.com that the 15th season of RHONJ is currently 'on ice' and revealed filming won't resume until next year in 2025; RHONJ cast seen above
'Bravo is actively seeking new housewives, not just in NJ, but for the other franchises as well. They're always looking for new talent to bring in higher ratings.'
In regards to a possible reason as to why changes for the 15th season are not pushing forward just yet, the insider explained, 'I think that they don't know what to do.'
'They don't know what to do because it's almost like a puzzle where you're trying to put pieces together that make sense. And there's very few pieces of this puzzle that make sense for viewers right now.'
Last last month in July, Andy Cohen hinted about a possible 'reboot' for RHONJ on an episode of his radio show for SiriusXM.
The Bravo personality explained that 'fresh faces' could appear in the next season after a caller said that show was 'so boring now' and also following low viewership.
He continued, 'We're gonna reboot it. We're gonna do something different,' with the caller also bringing up Giudice's future on the series.
'Okay, all right. Okay, we're gonna see what we do. We'll see,' Andy expressed. 'I don't know. Maybe just all fresh faces. We'll see.'
During the RHONJ finale, Teresa's husband, Luis Ruelas - whom she tied the knot with in 2022 - made brutal comments as he wished suffering on castmate, Margaret Josephs' son.
He had lashed out over claims that Josephs had spoken to one of his exes and also spread false rumors.
Last last month in July, Andy Cohen hinted about a possible 'reboot' for RHONJ on an episode of his radio show for SiriusXM; seen in July in NYC
Luis later issued a lengthy apology on his Instagram stories and penned, 'I know better not to bring someone's child up and it is something I deeply regret so I do want to apologize and acknowledge that I was wrong'
Ruelas said on the episode, 'Tell her to stay away from our family. And you know what? I hope Margaret and her family suffer.'
'You know, I hope her f***ing son suffers the way I suffered, the way other people in our family have suffered.'
Luis later issued a lengthy apology on his Instagram stories and penned, 'I know better not to bring someone's child up and it is something I deeply regret so I do want to apologize and acknowledge that I was wrong.'
'There has been a lot of toxicity on the show that has affected everyone on the show.'
He added, 'We have been dealing with a lot of frustrating things behind the scenes and it has been very hard for our entire family and my children who have been really impacted by all that's happened at the hands of certain people...'
Teresa came to the defense of her husband and said, 'He was upset. People make mistakes. I know he did not mean to say that.'
Also in July, she revealed why she will never film with Joe and Melissa Gorga again on the series while on Kelly Ripa's Let's Talk Off Camera podcast.
At one point, Ripa had asked, 'You and Melissa, like, will we never see the two of you on camera together ever again?'
'Yeah. Never again. Never Again. First of all, to me, family is so sacred. I'm all about, you're Italian Kelly,' she replied.
While the future of RHONJ is up in the air, Giudice has been enjoy the summer season and took to her Instagram stories on Friday while on a getaway with husband Luis and other close pals
Teresa also uploaded a selfie with her husband as the couple flashed cheerful smiles towards the camera while soaking up the warm sunshine
'I'm all about The Godfather movie. You never go against the family. I live by that. I stand by that. I'm a loyal person...'
While the future of RHONJ is up in the air, Giudice has been enjoy the summer season and took to her Instagram stories on Friday while on a getaway with husband Luis and other close pals.
She uploaded a selfie video while taking a dip in the ocean in Turkey and put on a busty display in a stylish, brown bikini top.
Teresa also uploaded a selfie with her husband as the couple flashed cheerful smiles towards the camera while soaking up the warm sunshine.
