In herrecent chat on the “Virtual Reali-Tea” segmentforPage Six,Melissa Gorgawas promoting her new sprinkle-cookie company amidThe Real Housewives of New Jersey’s extended hiatus.Melissa commented on how desperate the fandom is to hear news aboutwhat Bravo has plannednext for one of their flagship series. The “On Display” singer speculated the network would have to make a decision soon, and said she assumed at least some of the original cast would be invited back to the newly reinvigorated series.
Outside of filming, Melissa also has Envy, her own boutique fashion shop to run,along with its accompanying website. Keeping a brick-and-mortar store alive in today’s retail economy is an impressive feat, but as the working mom has observed,people have always underestimated her work ethicwhen forming opinions about her fromRHONJ. Her new business venture is a nod to the moment she famously became associated with the sprinkle-cookie when her sister-in-lawTeresa Giudicecriticized her taste in sweet treats in Season 3 ofRHONJ. With the series on-pause, Melissa has pivoted toher new cookie-vending adventure, and from what we have seen during the promotion of her new business,it is obvious now more than ever that she was never the problem in her relationship with Teresa.
Teresa Giudice Claimed Credit For Melissa Gorga’s Business on Social Media
During the third season ofRHONJ, Teresa quipped that she had thrown Melissa’s cookies in the garbage.The comment became a symbol of their dysfunctional relationship from then on. During thePage Sixsegment, Melissa was asked about her ongoing feud with her sister-in-law, who commented “You’re welcome” on Melissa’s sprinkle cookie business announcement on social media.
The dig from Teresa is a typical display of antagonism towards her brother’s wife, and makes clear who continues to be the problem in their relationship even after the cameras have stopped rolling. Typical for Melissa, she chose to stick to the high road and avoid speaking about her sister-in-law as much as possible in her interview segment. She acknowledged that Teresa claiming credit for the new business venture was “expected,” but moved the topic along after that.
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Throughout their feud onRHONJ,viewers have seen Melissa attempt to repair the relationship,and Teresa maneuvering to keep her sister-in-law under her thumb. Melissa will rise to a jab thrown in her direction, but she rarely starts confrontations with Teresa unprovoked. Teresa’s online provocation demonstrates just how unforgiving her temperament is, once angered.
The Gorga Temper Has Always Been the Problem on ‘RHONJ’
Teresa may have married a Giudice, butshe will always be a Gorga at heart. Teresa’s jab at her sister-in-law is evidence of the pettiness that always creeps into their relationship. Both Melissa’s husband,Joe Gorga,and his sister have a tempestuous temper, andtheirinability to move past perceived slightshas always been the primary problem in Melissa and Teresa’s relationship.Joe refusing to attend his sister’s wedding to embattled businessmanLuis Ruelasbecause of a perceived slight to Melissa’s family is a perfect example of the tit-for-tat between the siblings that has been going on since he joined the series. His wife’s relationship with his sister has always beencollateral damage from their sibling rivalry.
Melissa’s most recent venture has very little to do with Teresa, other than their history together onRHONJ. The scene of Teresa describing her dislike of Melissa’s gift obviously originated the idea for the new cookie venture. But Housewives frequently find inventive ways to monetize their famous scenes and outrageous moments through merchandise and other brand promotions.Teresa’s unforgiving nature isresponsible for the cast rebootin the first place, since it was Teresa who swore she wouldno longer speak to or film withher brother or his wife anymore. And yet, Teresa taking time out of her day to make a snide comment on social media about her involvement in the origins of Melissa’s new business is evidence that she continues to be the problem onRHONJ.
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The Real Housewives of New Jersey
The Real Housewives of New Jersey follows the dramatic lives of a group of affluent women living in the Garden State. Centered around family, friendship, and fierce rivalries, the series delves into their personal and professional endeavors. With lavish lifestyles as the backdrop, the show captures intense confrontations, heartfelt moments, and the complexities of balancing relationships and social expectations.
