Melissa Gorga, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, recently addressed her strained relationship with sister-in-law Teresa Giudice in the wake of 18-year-old niece Milania Giudice’s car accident.
Milania was involved in a minor collision last month when her Mercedes convertible was struck at an intersection. Thankfully, she sustained no injuries. Melissa, however, confirmed she has not reached out following the crash—a decision rooted in ongoing tension between the two families.
Speaking on Extra, Melissa expressed relief that Milania was unharmed but emphasized the deep emotional divide: “Right now, no one is on speaking terms with anyone because of the things that have happened.” She acknowledged the severity of the rift, stating that certain actions within the family have created irreparable wounds.
The lingering animosity is believed to stem from long-standing issues, including disputes aired during the Season 13 reunion and disputes surrounding Melissa and Joe Gorga’s absence from Teresa’s wedding. According to Melissa, the breakdown in trust goes beyond public drama and has affected private relationships as well.
Despite fan hopes for reconciliation, Melissa remains firm about the state of affairs. She shared that her decision to stay out of contact wasn’t made lightly. “I don’t care what show you got on first… but it’s not that easy,” she said, addressing the emotional complexity of the situation.
Teresa Giudice initially expressed concern for Milania when commenting on the crash, and both families confirmed the accident was minor. However, courtesy responses have not bridged the divide. Both Melissa and Teresa continue to operate separately in their personal and professional lives.
As the new RHONJ season airs, viewers will likely see the fallout continue, as Melissa makes it clear her decision is intentional and grounded in years of unresolved conflict.
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