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RHONJ Season 15 Returns: Cast Reconciles, Margaret Departs

3/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ) returns for Season 15 with Teresa Giudice (RHONJ), Melissa Gorga (RHONJ), and Dolores Catania (RHONJ), as production begins in spring.
The series has been on hiatus since August 2024 due to tensions among the cast, canceling a reunion.
Giudice and Gorga have reconciled to emphasize family over drama.
Margaret Josephs of The Real Housewives of New Jersey announced her departure after six seasons.

History

Historical Context

"The Real Housewives of New Jersey" premiered on May 12, 2009, as the fourth installment of the Real Housewives franchise, focusing on the lives of affluent women in New Jersey. The show quickly gained popularity, reflecting societal values around family dynamics and public personas. Tensions among cast members, notably Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga, have driven viewer engagement and influenced production decisions throughout its fourteen seasons.

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Story summary

The Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ) returns for Season 15 with Teresa Giudice (RHONJ), Melissa Gorga (RHONJ), and Dolores Catania (RHONJ), as production begins in spring.
The series has been on hiatus since August 2024 due to tensions among the cast, canceling a reunion.
Giudice and Gorga have reconciled to emphasize family over drama.
Margaret Josephs of The Real Housewives of New Jersey announced her departure after six seasons.

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