PATERSON, NEW JERSEY – “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Dolores Catania has shed light on a purported “plan” to confront Teresa Giudice and her husband, Louis “Louie” Ruelas, during last year’s reunion. The revelation came as Dolores, 53, discussed the incident exclusively with Us Weekly while promoting the upcoming season 14 of “RHONJ.”
During the season 14 premiere on May 5, Teresa, 51, and Louie had dinner with Dolores and her boyfriend, Paul “Paulie” Connell. It was during this dinner that Teresa alleged the existence of a coordinated “plan” to dictate the narrative about her and Louie—a claim supported by Paulie, who overheard the conversation.
Dolores, in a confessional, mentioned that pre-reunion discussions were somewhat customary but clarified that she does not partake in such practices herself. She emphasized the importance of spontaneity during reunion tapings, highlighting the need to be able to think on one’s feet without pre-rehearsed responses.
Expressing curiosity about why she wasn’t involved in the pivotal meeting, Dolores speculated that certain discussions might have been deemed unfit for ears friendly to everyone, thus justifying her exclusion. The previous season’s reunion had seen various cast members leveling allegations against Teresa and Louie, with accusations of a private investigator’s involvement and pointed remarks from Dolores’ ex-husband.
Despite the tumultuous events and allegations that followed the couple, Dolores remains resolute in her support for Teresa and Louie. She underscored the couple’s mutual compatibility and emphasized her sole focus on the well-being of their blended family.
As “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” season 14 continues to unfold, viewers can catch all the drama and revelations on Bravo every Sunday at 8 p.m. ET.