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The Worst Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey

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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 Worst Episode
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    The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 13 Episode 16 - Teresa Gets Married
    4.4/10(37 votes)

    S13:E16

    Days after the explosive Prohibition Party, Teresa and Louie prepare to celebrate the wedding of their dreams; with news of Melissa and Joe not attending, Teresa and her family make the best of the circumstances and celebrate with chosen family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 14 Episode 14 - Off the Rails
    5.8/10(29 votes)

    S14:E14

    The ladies of the Garden State reconvene for the first time to watch and react to the finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 12 Episode 16 - Reunion (3)
    6.2/10(26 votes)

    S12:E16

    As the house husbands join the women, new secrets are revealed about Luis, Bill, Evan and the state of Dolores' relationship with her new boyfriend; Joe and Melissa spar with Jennifer; Teresa and Margaret reach a breaking point.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 1 Episode 2 - Mamas Knows Best
    6.3/10(38 votes)

    S1:E2

    Danielle tries to warm to Dina but the women find themselves at a loss in each other's company, Jacqueline worries her daughter isn't getting good enough results at school while Teresa and daughter Gia receive good news about an audition. Meanwhile, Caroline's daughter concedes that she's ready to do her beauty course.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 13 - Spaghetti Western & Meatballs
    6.3/10(20 votes)

    S5:E13

    The ladies go to Arizona to celebrate Melissa's birthday; Jacqueline struggles to mend her relationship with Teresa; Kathy receives a message from another realm.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 10 Episode 19 - Reunion Part 3
    6.3/10(19 votes)

    S10:E19

    Joe Gorga reveals what he really knew about the Joe Giudice cheating allegations; after shocking revelations, Margaret and Teresa's friendship is left hanging in the balance; Danielle attempts to shut down the reunion filming.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 12 Episode 15 - Reunion (2)
    6.3/10(24 votes)

    S12:E15

    Margaret and Teresa face off while Jennifer reveals new information about the state of her marriage. Jackie sheds further light on her eating disorder. A heated exchange between Melissa, Margaret and Jennifer causes even Andy to lose his patience.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 1 - Garden State of Emergency
    6.4/10(32 votes)

    S5:E1

    The wives' holiday homes are in ruins after Hurricane Sandy, Jacqueline faces her son's diagnosis of autism, and Caroline's shocking offer to Joe Gorga could push the wives toward war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 4 - Gym Rats
    6.4/10(26 votes)

    S5:E4

    Melissa's past is comes back to haunt her. Kathy hosts a birthday celebration for her daughter and husband. Teresa becomes emotional after she runs into her brother while out.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 2 - A Manzo of Her Word
    6.5/10(23 votes)

    S5:E2

    Melissa considers selling her house and moving. Meanwhile, Kathy is tested by her son and her husband; the Lauritas host a poker night; and Caroline and Teresa square off in a fiery exchange.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 5 - Everything Is Coming Up Rosie
    6.5/10(23 votes)

    S5:E5

    Jacqueline meets with the doctor to discuss her son's medical issues. Melissa and Joe fight over rumors Teresa has been saying. Caroline feels that her children are becoming too much like their father.

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  12. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 16 - The Blonde Drops a Bombshell
    6.5/10(21 votes)

    S5:E16

    Jacqueline faces her fear of public speaking; Caroline debates on selling her family home; an unsettling secret surfaces.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 17 - Hair We Go Again
    6.5/10(21 votes)

    S5:E17

    Caroline's boys open their new restaurant; Melissa goes to Orlando for a live radio performance; Teresa and Jacqueline face their enemies at the opening of their boutique.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 10 Episode 18 - Reunion Part 2
    6.5/10(17 votes)

    S10:E18

    Jackie and Jennifer's feud reaches new heights; Melissa questions the health of Teresa's marriage; the husbands shake up the set with shocking and hilarious details about all the women's sex lives; backstage, Danielle makes a surprising demand.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 12 Episode 14 - Reunion (1)
    6.5/10(25 votes)

    S12:E14

    Dolores and Jennifer go head-to-head; a rift forms between the Gorga and the Giudice families because of Melissa's feelings over not being asked to be Teresa's bridesmaid.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 3 Episode 19 - Portrait of an Italian Family
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    S3:E19

    Teresa and Melissa gather the family together for a photo; Kathy makes a shocking decision; Jacqueline and an unforeseen visitor work on mending family problems; and Teresa's new cookbook is released.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 3 - It's My Party and I'll Fight If I Want To
    6.6/10(23 votes)

    S5:E3

    Teresa's father goes to the ICU just as the family gears up for a birthday party. Elsewhere, tension grows between Kathy and Teresa; Caroline returns to an unkempt mansion; and a white lie infuriates Teresa.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 15 - Zen Things I Hate About You
    6.6/10(21 votes)

    S5:E15

    A high-wire course is a trust test for Teresa and Melissa; Teresa and Jacqueline grow closer; Caroline and Kathy intervene when tensions boil over between Teresa and her brother.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 18 - Salon, Farewell
    6.6/10(21 votes)

    S5:E18

    Someone new gets involved in a confrontation, Teresa tries to clear her name, and Kathy, Jacqueline and Caroline focus on their own families.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 13 Episode 19 - Reunion (3)
    6.6/10(24 votes)

    S13:E19

    The New Jersey men join the stage for a ferocious faceoff; John and Frank speculate on Louie's involvement with a private investigator; Paul and Dolores tackle tough questions about their future; Teresa and Joe's tempers boil over.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 10 - Best Frenemies Forever
    6.7/10(23 votes)

    S5:E10

    Tessa and Jacqueline come face to face; Caroline's husband makes a shocking demand; Melissa and Joe get an offer.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 12 - Hair-binger of Doom
    6.7/10(22 votes)

    S5:E12

    An article about Melissa's marriage causes problems; Jacqueline returns from L.A.; Kathy questions her partnership with Rich.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 1 Episode 3 - Not One of Us
    6.8/10(32 votes)

    S1:E3

    Danielle tries to bring tranquillity to the housewives' lives by organising a Moms' Night Out Spa Party but the mood turns sour when her guests circulate rumours. Later, Caroline and Dina pressure Jacqueline to end her friendship with Danielle.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 6 - Drinking With the Enemy
    6.8/10(24 votes)

    S5:E6

    Rumors about cheating spread. Meanwhile, Teresa plans a healing retreat, where she may have to face Jacqueline, and Kathy attempts to elude all the drama.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 5 Episode 11 - Children of the Scorned
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    S5:E11

    Joe spends time with his goddaughter; Teresa hosts a charity event and confronts Jacqueline; Jacqueline makes an impulsive decision that has her family worried.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Teresa Gets Married" is the worst rated episode of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey". It scored 4.4/10 based on 37 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/23/2023. This episode scored 1.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Off the Rails".