None of these women could throw their egos aside to do their job and create a fun and entertaining season. Although Bravo and Andy Cohen have yet to release an official statement, rumors have been circling on social media regarding who will return. Melissa Gorga, who started back in Season 3, may remain as one of the faces of the Garden State. However, I believe that if Melissa is invited back, it is because the network is afraid of losing her husband, Joe Gorga.
‘RHONJ’s’ Melissa Gorga Doesn’t Bring Much to the Table Without Joe
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There are rumors out there that out of the Season 14 cast, Teresa Giudice, Dolores Catania, and Melissa may be returning to the Housewives franchise. In my opinion, it is expected that Teresa will return because she essentially started the show. She is the only OG cast member remaining and has always delivered entertainment — good and bad. I would also not be surprised in the least if Dolores Catania were to return, because there would be no good reason for her not to. Not only is Dolores a fan-favorite, but she hardly gets involved in the drama and has played the role of Switzerland since the beginning. Due to Dolores’ refusal to choose sides, I believe that Bravo would invite her back because we know she will remain peaceful, new cast or old.
However, despite both Teresa and Dolores proving that they deserve a spot on Season 15 of RHONJ, I do not think Melissa can say the same. Since Melissa first joined the show, her personality has consistently remained about Teresa. Although Melissa claims she does not, she speaks about Teresa every chance she can. In Season 14, there is a clip of Melissa in her confessional. A producer behind the scenes is heard asking Melissa about Teresa, to which she responds, “I really don’t want to answer any questions about Teresa this year.” Yet, she gossiped about Teresa throughout the entire season with Margaret Josephs and Rachel Fuda, and with Joe. I do not think Melissa brings a lot to the table, and therefore, it would not be hard for Bravo to find a replacement, but I do think Bravo is scared to let go of Joe, because of his charming, funny, and entertaining personality.
Losing Joe Gorga Would Be a Major Loss for ‘RHONJ’
I agree that Joe Gorga is made for reality television. He is hilarious, he knows how to have a good time, and fans love watching him. If Melissa is no longer part of RHONJ, that would mean we would also have to say goodbye to Joe, since we will most likely never see him and Teresa together again. If there were no more Joe Gorga, then Bravo would lose out on large amounts of entertainment. Throughout Joe’s time on the show, I have always enjoyed his scenes. From his wacky babysitting skills with his own kids while Melissa was away to priceless pool parties — he brings joy to RHONJ. His wife, on the other hand, is seen talking about her sister-in-law in most scenes. Joe brings personality and liveliness, which is why I believe the franchise keeps Melissa around and will continue to do so.
Due to Joe Gorga’s personality and the vibe he brings to the show, it would be a major loss for Bravo if Melissa were one of the women not invited back for Season 15. If Joe were not in the picture, then who knows if Melissa would even have a future with Bravo?