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The Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7

Every episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7!

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We head to the Garden State for this installment of the “Housewives” franchise, focusing on affluent Jersey girls who are more than just friends. The cast has changed through the seasons but the featured housewives

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 1 - Jingle Bells and Prison Cells
    8.5/10(31 votes)

    #1 - Jingle Bells and Prison Cells

    S7:E1

    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 Christmas.

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  2. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 2 - A Very Hairy Christmas
    7.8/10(18 votes)

    #2 - A Very Hairy Christmas

    S7:E2

    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; Joe Giudice and Gia are at odds over her New Year's Eve plans.

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  3. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 3 - Leopard Is the New Black
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #3 - Leopard Is the New Black

    S7:E3

    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 throws a leopard-themed birthday party for Dolores.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 4 - A Life to Envy
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #4 - A Life to Envy

    S7:E4

    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 and Teresa duel over tabloid gossip.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 5 - Dinner Interrupted
    8.0/10(12 votes)

    #5 - Dinner Interrupted

    S7:E5

    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; Melissa's children walk in Fashion Week; Teresa and Melissa grow closer.

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  6. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 6 - Swimming With the Gefilte Fishes
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #6 - Swimming With the Gefilte Fishes

    S7:E6

    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 Melissa corners Jacqueline about a dust-up with Teresa.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 7 - Spa-Cation
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Spa-Cation

    S7:E7

    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 confronts Jacqueline about involving Joe Gorga in her fight.

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  8. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 8 - All Bets Are Off
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #8 - All Bets Are Off

    S7:E8

    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 interrupted; and Siggy comforts a mourning Dolores.

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  9. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 9 - Driving Miss Siggy
    7.2/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Driving Miss Siggy

    S7:E9

    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 Jacqueline gets inside perspective into her husband's new business venture.

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  10. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 10 - Cut the Cancer Out
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #10 - Cut the Cancer Out

    S7:E10

    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, and Melissa suggests a group getaway to Vermont.

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  11. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 11 - Rage on My Ass
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #11 - Rage on My Ass

    S7:E11

    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 around the bonfire.

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  12. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 12 - The Other "C" Word
    7.4/10(18 votes)

    #12 - The Other "C" Word

    S7:E12

    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 Dolores and Siggy at last reach their breaking point.

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  13. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 13 - Picking Sides
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #13 - Picking Sides

    S7:E13

    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 important conversation; and Teresa prepares for her husband's stay in prison.

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  14. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 14 - The Importance of Being Family
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    #14 - The Importance of Being Family

    S7:E14

    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, and a possible ray of hope shines on Jacqueline and Teresa's friendship.

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  15. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 15 - Nama'stay Away From Me
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    #15 - Nama'stay Away From Me

    S7:E15

    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 mother; and one phone call stirs up tension between Jacqueline and Dolores.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 16 - And Then There Were Four
    7.4/10(13 votes)

    #16 - And Then There Were Four

    S7:E16

    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 women meet for lunch, during which Siggy plays mediator.

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  17. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 17 - Reunion (1)
    8.8/10(13 votes)

    #17 - Reunion (1)

    S7:E17

    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 hysterectomy; and Teresa delivers a shocking accusation.

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  18. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 7 Episode 18 - Reunion (2)
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #18 - Reunion (2)

    S7:E18

    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 Siggy's wish for the group comes true in a shocking conclusion.

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Season 7 Ratings Summary

"Jingle Bells and Prison Cells" is the best rated episode of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" season 7. It scored 8.5/10 based on 31 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/10/2016. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "A Very Hairy Christmas".