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The Real Housewives of New Jersey: Season 7

18 episodes Premiered Jul 10, 2016 Updated Oct 14, 2026

Season 7 of The Real Housewives of New Jersey features a cast that includes returning series veterans and new additions to the group. Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga remain central figures in the narrative as the season unfolds. The cast is bolstered by the return of Jacqueline Laurita, who rejoins the series as a housewife. Additionally, the ensemble expands with the introduction of two new housewives, Dolores Cata

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Season 7 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The Real Housewives of New Jersey is the fourth installment of the Real Housewives franchise and premiered in 2009.
  • ⚡ Teresa Giudice is a featured housewife and a mother of four who manages her household.
  • ⚡ Jacqueline Laurita is a former Las Vegas cosmetologist who has previously served as a full-time housewife on the series.
  • ⚡ The series focuses on the personal and professional lives of women living in the Garden State.
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Season overview

Season 7 of The Real Housewives of New Jersey features a cast that includes returning series veterans and new additions to the group. Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga remain central figures in the narrative as the season unfolds. The cast is bolstered by the return of Jacqueline Laurita, who rejoins the series as a housewife. Additionally, the ensemble expands with the introduction of two new housewives, Dolores Catania and Siggy Flicker. The season also features appearances by Kathy Wakile and Rosie Pierri, who participate in the ongoing dynamics of the group. As the fourth installment of the broader Real Housewives franchise, the series continues to focus on the personal and professional lives of these women residing in the Garden State. The season explores the interactions and relationships between these individuals as they navigate their lives together. By bringing together established cast members and new participants, the season maintains the series' focus on the interpersonal connections and family-oriented themes that have characterized the show since its premiere in 2009. The narrative arc is defined by these specific casting choices and the ongoing presence of the featured women within the New Jersey setting.

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Season 7 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 7: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes
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S7·E1 Mytharc

Jingle Bells and Prison Cells

Jul 10, 2016 · 43 min

Melissa breaks ground on her new boutique, Envy; Jacqueline hosts a holiday cocktail party; after nearly a year in prison, Teresa returns home to her family just in time for Christ

S7·E2 Core

A Very Hairy Christmas

Jul 17, 2016 · 43 min

Melissa hosts a Christmas Eve dinner, during which she reunites with Teresa; Jacqueline gets a surprise call from Teresa as Dolores attempts to reconcile the two former friends; Jo

S7·E3 Core

Leopard Is the New Black

Jul 24, 2016 · 43 min

Jacqueline surprises Teresa by showing up on her doorstep wanting answers; while shopping for her boutique, Melissa hits a roadblock with her opinionated business partner; Siggy th

S7·E4 Core

A Life to Envy

Jul 31, 2016 · 43 min

Melissa's boutique opens, Teresa records her audio book, Jacqueline makes progress on her business venture, plus Dolores and her daughter discuss veterinary school. Later, Siggy an

S7·E5 Core

Dinner Interrupted

Aug 14, 2016 · 43 min

Tensions between Jacqueline and Teresa boil over at a dinner party; Siggy's children confront her with shocking news; Dolores starts a journey toward financial independence; Meliss

S7·E6 Core

Swimming With the Gefilte Fishes

Aug 21, 2016 · 43 min

Teresa bids adieu to her ankle bracelet and the ladies plan a trip to celebrate. Also: Siggy reconnects with her religious roots; Dolores makes headway on her home renovation; and

S7·E7 Core

Spa-Cation

Aug 28, 2016 · 43 min

After being on home confinement for over a month, Teresa says goodbye to her ankle bracelet and the ladies plan a trip to celebrate; Siggy returns to her religious roots; Melissa c

S7·E8 Core

All Bets Are Off

Sep 4, 2016 · 43 min

Melissa prepares her daughter for a dance. In addition, Jacqueline presides over a poker night, but things get dicey with Rosie; Teresa has a book-launch party that gets interrupte

S7·E9 Core

Driving Miss Siggy

Sep 11, 2016 · 43 min

Unexpected visitors arrive for Teresa's book signing. Meanwhile, Melissa focuses on her marriage by throwing a family dinner; Dolores' business partner tries to fire her up; and Ja

S7·E10 Core

Cut the Cancer Out

Sep 18, 2016 · 43 min

Emotions soar in New Jersey when Jacqueline chokes up over a special proposal and Teresa fumes during a strained family reunion. In addition, Dolores focuses on her gym business, a

S7·E11 Core

Rage on My Ass

Sep 25, 2016 · 43 min

The group heads to Vermont to a white mountaintop resort, but the trip has a rocky start when Jacqueline clashes with Teresa's pal, Robyn. Later, the heat is on when tempers flare

S7·E12 Core

The Other "C" Word

Oct 2, 2016 · 43 min

The group is divided on the second day in Vermont. Here, Jacqueline is consoled in the wake of her dustup with Robyn. Then, Jacqueline loses her cool with Teresa and Melissa, and D

S7·E13 Mytharc

Picking Sides

Oct 9, 2016 · 43 min

The wives try to regroup following a turbulent Vermont trip. Also: Melissa receives bad news about her boutique; Jacqueline's husband reveals shocking family news; Siggy has an imp

S7·E14 Core

The Importance of Being Family

Oct 16, 2016 · 43 min

Teresa tries to stay strong as she bids adieu to her husband, who begins a prison sentence. Meanwhile, Siggy visits the Holocaust Memorial and reflects on her father's experiences,

S7·E15 Core

Nama'stay Away From Me

Oct 23, 2016 · 43 min

Anger swells as Dolores hosts a housewarming party. Meanwhile, Melissa plans for her fashion show; Teresa recovers from her first week without Joe; Siggy sharpens focus on her moth

S7·E16 Core

And Then There Were Four

Oct 30, 2016 · 43 min

Melissa hosts her first Envy Fashion Show while striving to prove the legitimacy of her boutique; Dolores surprises her ex-husband; Teresa contemplates her financial future; the wo

S7·E17 Mytharc

Reunion (1)

Nov 6, 2016 · 43 min

The Reunion opens with no one backing down when Melissa and Teresa face Jacqueline. Also, Dolores reflects on happier days when the group was in harmony; Siggy discusses her hyster

S7·E18 Mytharc

Reunion (2)

Nov 13, 2016 · 43 min

The group is divided during ongoing reunion dramas. Joe Gorga and Chris Laurita enter the fray to address Teresa's stern accusation; Jacqueline bids adieu to a relationship; and Si

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