The Real Housewives of New Jersey (2009)
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 through the years have included Caroline Manzo, a devoted wife and mother of three adult children; former Las Vegas cosmetologist Jacqueline Laurita, who is now a full-time housewife; and Teresa Giudice, a mother of four who runs her household without help from a nanny or personal assistant.
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Episode 1 - In The Name Of The Father
Release Date: 2011-05-16Melissa and Kathy are busy preparing for a family christening. Jacqueline's lunch with Ashley goes sour when her feelings of guilt and frustration boil over, and Teresa focuses on saving her family from ruin.
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Episode 2 - Drop Dead Gorgas
Release Date: 2011-05-23It's Halloween, and the aftermath of a christening gone awry leads to dramatic tricks and nary a treat. Meanwhile, the Brownstone hosts a fashion show. The catwalk sets the stage for catcalls and catfights, particularly when Kathy voices off and Caroline stands her ground.
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Episode 3 - Sealed With a Diss
Release Date: 2011-05-30Jacqueline is haunted by her past as her relationship with her daughter continues to weaken. Meanwhile, life dramas impact Caroline's sons; Teresa attempts to reconcile with Melissa; and Kathy defends herself in a conversation with Caroline.
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Episode 4 - Gobblefellas
Release Date: 2011-06-06The wives' Thanksgiving is stuffed with drama, resentment and regret. Divisions mark Turkey Day when Teresa presides over a "friendsgiving" feast for only Jacqueline, Caroline and their families. Conversely, the Gorgas host a separate get-together with the Wakiles.
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Episode 5 - Stick It
Release Date: 2011-06-12Teresa encounters her brother for the first time since the tumultuous christening. Elsewhere, Melissa tries to fulfill her dream of being a pop star; Caroline plans to offer matronly advice on the radio; and Jacqueline's daughter plots to get a car.
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Episode 6 - Whine and Dine
Release Date: 2011-06-19Caroline takes to the airwaves with her new radio show. Meanwhile, the Gorga siblings attempt to settle their differences, but they invariably stir up more tension; and Jacqueline plays referee in a face-off between Teresa and Melissa.
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Episode 7 - Teresa's Got a Gun
Release Date: 2011-06-26Teresa and Melissa attempt to make peace, after which some of the gang journey to the Catskills. Back in the Garden State, Kathy savors the flavor of scouting for restaurants and Melissa prepares for a holiday dance recital. This spins into motion a family reunion---and it won't include Teresa.
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Episode 8 - Holidazed and Confused
Release Date: 2011-07-10The holiday season looms in the Garden State, but it's not so merry when friction rises in Caroline's family. Meanwhile, Jacqueline throws a holiday bash. And Teresa and Joe try to add sizzle to their romantic life despite their financial troubles.
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Episode 9 - Twas the Fight Before Christmas
Release Date: 2011-07-17The Jersey girls jingle all the way during Christmas, but it's much more naughty than nice when clashing and trashing mar Melissa's holiday party.
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Episode 10 - There Arose Such a Clatter
Release Date: 2011-07-24The holiday season turns frosty when the Manzos tangle with Kim G. Meanwhile, Teresa and Kathy throw separate Christmas bashes; and Teresa isn't very merry in the wake of a decision.
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Episode 11 - A Very Jersey Christmas
Release Date: 2011-07-31It's Christmas morning and housewives are stirring. Caroline receives a long-overdue present and Melissa considers herself the luckiest woman in Jersey. But there aren't many ho-ho-ho's for Teresa, whose holidays take a not-so-merry turn.
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Episode 12 - Auld Lang Syne for an Eye
Release Date: 2011-08-07The wives get set to ring in the new year by trying fresh approaches to life: Teresa works on her new cookbooks; Melissa tries to live out her dream; and Caroline's daughter vows to shed pounds. The gang then celebrates New Year's Eve at the Brownstone, but backstabbing and finger-pointing prevail.
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Episode 13 - Child's Play No More
Release Date: 2011-08-14Teresa's children have a play date with Melissa's children, yet the kids seemingly show more maturity than their parents. Meanwhile, Kathy mulls over how to nurture her teen daughter. And Ashley's father pays her a surprise visit, but there may be more going on than simply a family reunion.
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Episode 14 - Belly Up & Up
Release Date: 2011-08-21Verbal warfare and an agonizing decision lowlight Jacqueline's relationship with her daughter. Meanwhile, Teresa's financial woes escalate. And the wives trek to Kathy's food-tasting bash, featuring surprise guests and unsavory behavior from Teresa and Melissa.
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Episode 15 - Black as Ink
Release Date: 2011-08-28Caroline's pride spills over when her two sons set out to launch their bottled-water line. Meanwhile, Lauren's grand opening for her cosmetic venture brings Jacqueline together with her daughter; and Teresa's brother attends her book-signing event.
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Episode 16 - Singing in the Pain
Release Date: 2011-09-11The wives are up and running when they participate in a charity race, with Teresa's competitive nature on full display. Meanwhile, Melissa premieres her song to an unforgiving crowd in Hoboken. And Teresa throws a birthday bash for one of her daughters, highlighted by a jaw-dropping gift.
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Episode 17 - Get to the Punta
Release Date: 2011-09-18The Garden State ladies embark on a paradise getaway to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Activities include a private cruise, but Kathy and Teresa soon make waves when they clash on the beach.
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Episode 18 - An Inconvenient Truce
Release Date: 2011-10-02The wives continue their vacation in Punta Cana, but they discover the open-air market and streets can be hazardous (especially in heels). Back in the Garden State, Ashley considers getting a tattoo.
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Episode 19 - Portrait of an Italian Family
Release Date: 2011-10-09Teresa 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.
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Episode 20 - Reunion (1)
Release Date: 2011-10-16The Garden State ladies reunite to hash out the dramas of Season 3
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Episode 21 - Reunion (2)
Release Date: 2011-10-23The conclusion of a reunion featuring the Jersey girls trashing and clashing over Season 3's antics.