The Real Housewives of New Jersey cast has reportedly undergone some major changes ahead of its upcoming 15th season.
Over a year after the 14th season concluded with Teresa Giudice, 53, and Melissa Gorga, 46, estranged, and the rest of the cast divided, a new report suggests that only four cast members will return as three others are fired, and a number of newbies are added to film the new episodes.
“Just got word that Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, and Margaret Josephs have officially been tapped to film test scenes with a batch of potential new housewives in the next few weeks. Producers are setting up one on one or small group shoot sessions (think pairings like Dolores + Margaret, Dolores + Melissa, Margaret + Melissa, and Teresa + Dolores),” Bravo and Cocktails revealed to its readers on August 19.
That means Jennifer Aydin, 48, Danielle Cabral, 39, and Rachel Fuda, 34, have not been asked back.
“With potentially newbies mostly locked in, it’s now all about capturing compelling footage, watching the chemistry, and deciding which pairings (or singles) stand out. The plan is to unveil the returning vets at BravoCon in November, but it’s unclear if the newbies will be revealed alongside them,” the report continued.
As for when filming on season 15 could potentially begin, it was noted that production was hoping to include fall and winter holidays, including Halloween.
“[It’s] perfect timing for giving the show that classic Jersey charm,” the outlet stated.
In addition to sharing that the final four could change before the cast is set in stone, Bravo and Cocktails also revealed that the fates of Jackie Goldschneider, 48, and Jennifer Fessler, 56, are up in the air.
“Jen Fessler and Jackie Goldschneider have yet to be invited to film, though they could easily be slotted in last-minute if producers decide to bring one (or both) back into the mix. Of the two, execs are leaning more towards Jen Fessler at this time,” it noted.
The report comes just days after Joe Gorga, 50, told fans at Dolores’ charity softball game that he and his family would be coming “back,” and after Margaret hinted at her comeback on Instagram.
