Roxanne 
When it comes to drama on The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Jackie Goldschneider is no stranger to a good fight. But it’s the drama that lingered off-camera, long after the season wrapped, that has left Jackie frustrated and calling out her former best friend, Margaret Josephs.
In an explosive revelation, Jackie opened up about the way Margaret continued to tear her down months after the season ended—and it’s clear that Jackie isn’t holding back. Speaking on No Filter with Zack Peter, Jackie said, ,“What I don’t like is that Margaret went on a podcast for about six months after and just tore me to pieces and tried to embarrass me,” Jackie shared, reflecting on the fallout from their once-close friendship. “I just felt like, just stop. You’re too, the show is over, grow up.”
It’s not just the on-screen fights that Jackie is upset about; it’s the fact that Margaret Josephs kept the drama alive even after the cameras stopped rolling. “I didn’t like it. That’s what I dislike the most. Not what she did on the show, because on the show, whatever. The show is the show. You’re gladiators in the arena and everybody’s watching,” Jackie explained. For her, the real issue was that Margaret’s attacks were personal and continued to unfold in the public eye, making it harder for Jackie to move on.
Jackie Goldschneider also revealed that, despite the back-and-forth, she never stooped to Margaret’s level in the press. “I didn’t say a bad word about her ever in press. I didn’t say a bad word about anyone on the show. I just didn’t like that she did that,” Jackie remarked. Her frustration comes from the fact that while the Real Housewives franchise is known for its on-screen conflict, Jackie believes Margaret took it a step too far by dragging their personal issues into the public sphere.
Beyond her falling-out with Margaret, Jackie shared her thoughts on the larger dynamics of reconciliation within the Housewives universe. “I’m watching Potomac now. Wendy and Giselle are moving forward, or Karen and Giselle, both sets, and everybody’s applauding them for moving forward,” Jackie pointed out. For Jackie, it felt like a double standard—while other franchises get praise for resolving their issues, her attempts to make amends with Teresa Giudice were met with backlash. “When it came to me making up with Teresa, it was such a big deal, like, ‘How could you forgive someone like that?’” Jackie said. “Why am I not allowed to make up with somebody and move forward?”
At the heart of Jackie’s frustration is Margaret’s refusal to let her move on. “It was all because Margaret didn’t let it be okay, and that’s what bothers me,” Jackie confessed. And while Jackie is known for her ability to forgive, she made it clear she’s done with the friendship. “I don’t think I would be good friends with her ever again, but I would certainly move on,” she said. “I forgive easily because I don’t really care much.”
With Real Housewives of New Jersey currently on hiatus—filming expected to resume in 2026, according to Andy Cohen—Jackie’s candid revelations will likely leave fans wondering if there’s any hope of reconciliation between the two former besties, or if their drama will remain unresolved for the long haul.
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I applaud Jackie for trying to act like an adult and resolve her past issues with Tre.
Was it shocking-yes but admirable.
Marge didn’t like it because it shifted the entire board against her & Melissa.
It just proves that old Trout mouth is no one’s true friend.
No surprises about Marge. But surprised why Jackie is popping up anywhere. This show is finished. Teresa's daughters are just about all grown. She has a new marriage. The story ends.
Jackie lost ALL credibility when she flipped and started crawling up the felon's ass. Embarrassing! I think she needs real help.
Jackie does an interview ; questions, her side etc it’s wrong lol and she’s just trying to stay on show . Mel hasn’t stfu since season aired, Marge still insinuates and creates drama , Dolo out her flapping gums weekly – it’s ok? What F ever . I dont like Jackie much snd disagree with her analogies , starting right from jump about jail to Teresa but she’s doing nothing wrong here .
Glad to hear people are calling out the vicious Margaret! May she disappear into the past, just as the many has beens before her. She never brings anything but bitterness and vitriol and should be forgotten as we all move on.
Bitterness and her “ research” after contacting families etc but when turned on her – it’s a problem. Plastic surgery monster hypocrite . BTW/ her old momma looks better !
Jackie pretending she's above the fray is hilarious.
Margaret is a vicious, toxic bully who holds grudges and tries to destroy people who don't fall in line with her revenge agendas. She's dangerous and someone to stay far away from. A truly horrible person. As for Jackie, she can be friends with whoever she wants to.
A granny with pig tails that bullies lol! And the fact she gets defended at all by anyone is laughable ( to me ) .
Ok Jackie Lol…
STFU, Has Been #2.
The person out there who is tearing up the cast the most is the felon. She can't stop talking about her sister-in-law and her brother on every fucking podcast she's on, but of course you won't say a word of that because you want to stay in her good graces thinking that will get you back on the show. Good luck with that, because as it stands not one of the NJ cast still has a job thanks to the likes of the felon, her husband, Jennifer A. , Screwy Louie and James Leonard.
Yeah, but Jackie did it to be back on the show.
And she didnt like the breadcrumbs Marge & Mel gave her.
Mel had zero dog in trout mouth and Jackie’s issue , none , nothing . She inserted herself per usual and became a mouthpiece for a big ass instigating nasty mouth . There was no reason for either one to leave crumbs , he’ll they’re not even in a position to leave anyone crumbs !
As the reality (that the ride is over) sets in, I suspect they are going to start eating their own; Margaret being the most vicious by far.
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