Family has always been at the heart of Melissa Gorga’s life, and she’s hopeful for reconciliation, even amid ongoing drama.
Weeks after Teresa Giudice revealed plans to “meet” and “speak” with Joe Gorga and his wife—despite previously saying the family would “never” reconcile—Melissa, 46, is cautiously optimistic about what’s next.
“I never really wanted this, and I’m always going to be team family always,” Melissa exclusively shared with Us Weekly on Thursday, October 23, while discussing Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition. “We’ll see what happens. We’ll see where it goes. I do think, for all of our children’s sake, I would love for everyone to get to a place of healing, and I would never root for this to go on forever.”
Fans of Real Housewives of New Jersey have witnessed the feud between the Giudices and the Gorgas unfold on screen. While there have been positive moments between the two families, season 14 ended in August 2024 with tensions higher than ever.
“It’s not any way to live, and it’s no way that I want my children to see, because we need to lead by example,” Melissa explained. “I’m always for healing and to be continued.”
The future of RHONJ also remains uncertain, though Melissa believes that a pause in filming might offer a chance for reflection.
“I think it’s been enough time that maybe there’s room for conversation,” she said. “We’ll see what happens.”
With BravoCon approaching in Las Vegas, some fans are hoping for a major announcement regarding the show and its cast. However, Melissa admits she doesn’t have insider knowledge.
“I feel like everyone secretly thinks we’re going to get this big announcement,” she said. “I’m like, ‘Are we?’ I know as much as you do. That’s what’s so crazy. They know better than to tell us anything. … Whatever they decide, they decide, and I’m OK with it.”
When asked about a potential new season featuring both herself and Teresa, Melissa remained diplomatic.
“I feel like we need to get there, but always the core of that show has always been family, and it is hard to imagine it without being about the family, right?” she explained. “So, we’ll see. Bravo will decide.”
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