The Real Housewives Of New Jersey: Ranking Each Past Housewife By Entertainment Value
Bravo's The Real Housewives of New Jersey was the fourth city added to the iconic franchise. Joining the likes of Orange County, Atlanta, and New York, RHONJ gave viewers a completely different vibe. Unlike the other cities, RHONJ's cast involved family members and close childhood friends. Husbands had pivotal roles in the show unlike many of the other cities.
Now that the show is on its 11th season, fans look back at former housewives with fondness. Some of the women are missed while others are often forgotten. When it comes down to it, if the women can't figure out how to get along with sister-in-laws Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga, they're probably not going to last long. But that doesn't mean their time on the show wasn't entertaining.
8 Dina Manzo
Dina Manzo was part of the original cast. One of her best friends was Teresa Giudice, her sister was cast member Caroline Manzo, and her sister-in-law was cast member Jacqueline Laurita. Dina was unlike the others because she was soft-spoken and focused on peace.
Her husband didn't want to be on camera, so her storyline focused more on her and her daughter. But as sweet and beautiful as Dina is, she wasn't the most entertaining of cast members. She lasted two seasons before coming back for a short stint in season six before calling it quits.
7 Kathy Wakile
Kathy Wakilie started as a guest in season two before becoming a housewife for three seasons. Keeping the family connection strong, Wakilie was Teresa and Joe's cousin. The show followed her and her family as she started her own business, but the star of every storyline was the drama that followed her and her cousin, Teresa.
Wakilie and her husband and children were a breath of fresh air on the series but they didn't light up the screen like some of the other cast members, which is why she's not higher on the list.
6 Jacqueline Laurita
Jacqueline Laurita was another original housewife who lasted for five straight seasons. Viewers could see Jacqueline trying to find herself throughout the series. She was a dedicated mother and wife but when it came to her friendships, she was somewhat a doormat.
She eventually found her voice but the drama became too much for her. She came back for one more season in season seven but once again, she couldn't hold her own against the likes of Siggy Flicker, Teresa Giudice, and Melissa Gorga. Jacqueline was sweet to watch but was she entertaining? Not so much.
5 Amber Marchese
As is the case for most of the cast on RHONJ, it wasn't just Amber that had viewers talking, it was her controversial husband too. He was just as involved in the ladies' fights as Amber was.
Amber only lasted one season (season six) and apparently knew Melissa Gorga from their days in college. Amber was out for blood in her one and only season because Melissa never reached out to her when she was battling breast cancer. Nevertheless, her aggressive nature, opinionated husband, and mission to get to the point made her an entertaining housewife.
4 Caroline Manzo
Caroline Manzo was such a fun cast member on RHONJ. She had thick family ties on the show was one intimidating woman. She spoke calmly and efficiently and defended those she loved with a vengeance. Caroline was a fan favorite until she left the series in season five for good.
It came to a point where her relationship with her family (Dina and Jacqueline) and longtime friendships (Teresa and Melissa) were in ruins. Sadly, Caroline willingly aborted the show, but fans adored Caroline and would love to have her and her fun-loving family back on the show.
3 Nicole Napolitano & Teresa Aprea
Twin sisters Nicole Napolitano and Teresa Aprea were cast members during season six. They didn't just look exactly alike but they did everything together and backed each other up in times of need.
Both women were fun-loving mothers going through different relationship issues. It was because of their "two is better than one" aura that made these twins amazing to watch on television. Sadly, the two didn't make it past one season.
2 Danielle Staub
Is Danielle Staub one of the most well-known and controversial members in the Real Housewives universe? Possibly. Due to her dark past, appetite for men, and vicious fighting skills, Danielle Staub is one of the most entertaining housewives in the series.
Fans love to hate her. She came back as a friend from seasons 8-10 as a way to redeem herself but it didn't do the job she hoped for. Drama followed her everywhere she went, which is what made her one of the most entertaining women to watch.
1 Siggy Flicker
Siggy Flicker became a housewife in season seven and only lasted two seasons but the amount of entertainment that followed Siggy was unmatched. Siggy was loud, opinionated, and emotional beyond relief. She made a big deal out of the smallest of issues and had no problem shading those who disturbed her day or event.
The show also showed Siggy's home life as a mother and wife, and it looked like even her children were just as sick of Siggy's emotional side. She cried about most things and didn't handle things with grace. And it's because of those reasons that made Siggy incredibly entertaining.
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