Teresa Giudice is the original cast member of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, a reality TV mainstay, and a New York Times best-selling author. In 2026 she joined the star-studded cast of The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th on Bravo and Peacock, celebrating the franchise’s 20th anniversary alongside fellow Housewives legends.
Personal Information
| Full Name | Teresa Giudice (née Gorga) |
| Date of Birth | May 18, 1972 |
| Age | 54 years old (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | American (Italian-American) |
| Profession | TV Personality, Author, Entrepreneur |
| Platforms | Instagram (@teresagiudice) |
| Known For | The Real Housewives of New Jersey (since 2009), The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip (2026) |
| Net Worth | Estimated $500 thousand |
| Spouse | Luis Ruelas (m. 2022); previously married to Joe Giudice (1999-2020) |
| Children | 4 daughters — Gia, Gabriella, Milania, and Audriana Giudice |
Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Weight | Approx. 126 lbs (57 kg) |
| Body Measurements | 34-27-35 inches |
| Body Type | Athletic/Toned |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Bio & Career
- Born Teresa Gorga on May 18, 1972, in Paterson, New Jersey, to Italian immigrant parents.
- Has been a main cast member of The Real Housewives of New Jersey since its 2009 premiere, the only original cast member still on the show.
- Authored multiple New York Times best-selling cookbooks, including Skinny Italian and Fabulicious!.
- Served 11 months in federal prison in 2015 after pleading guilty to fraud charges alongside then-husband Joe Giudice.
- Married businessman Luis Ruelas in August 2022 after their October 2021 engagement.
- Joined the cast of The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th in 2026, joining other Housewives across the franchise for the show’s 20th-anniversary season.
“Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip” — Cast
The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th (Season 5) is a Bravo spin-off that premiered August 9, 2026, streaming next-day on Peacock. The season sends veteran Housewives on a multi-city trip revisiting iconic franchise locations to mark the Real Housewives franchise’s 20th anniversary, with a rotating roster of more than 80 Housewives alumni popping up across nine episodes alongside the core cast.
| Cast Member | Known For |
| Teresa Giudice | The Real Housewives of New Jersey (since 2009) |
| Lisa Barlow | The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City |
| Gizelle Bryant | The Real Housewives of Potomac |
| Vicki Gunvalson | The Real Housewives of Orange County (original cast member) |
| Luann de Lesseps | The Real Housewives of New York City (original cast member) |
| Kyle Richards | The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (original cast member) |
| Porsha Williams | The Real Housewives of Atlanta |
Note: Buzztify’s research could not verify reports that Chaka Khan, Kelly Clarkson, Carmella Garcia, Larsa Pippen, or Lisa Hochstein are part of the confirmed core cast for this season — the table above reflects the lineup confirmed by Bravo and entertainment press as of publication.
Popularity
Latest News – Teresa Giudice (2026)
- Teresa Giudice is currently appearing in The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th, which premiered on Bravo on August 9, 2026, and streams next-day on Peacock as part of the franchise’s 20th-anniversary celebration.
- She continues to film as the last remaining original cast member on The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
- Giudice remains active as an author and entrepreneur, continuing to promote her best-selling cookbook line alongside her reality TV work.
- She and husband Luis Ruelas have faced continued public scrutiny over reported tax debt tied to his former company.
FAQs
Q: How old is Teresa Giudice?
A: Teresa Giudice was born on May 18, 1972, making her 54 years old as of 2026.
Q: How tall is Teresa Giudice?
A: She stands at approximately 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall.
Q: What is Teresa Giudice’s net worth?
A: Her net worth is estimated at around $500 thousand, following past financial setbacks including a 2015 fraud conviction.
Q: Is Teresa Giudice on Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip?
A: Yes. She is part of the core cast of The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th, which premiered on Bravo on August 9, 2026.
Q: Who is Teresa Giudice married to?
A: She has been married to businessman Luis Ruelas since August 2022. She was previously married to Joe Giudice from 1999 to 2020.
Q: What is Teresa Giudice best known for?
A: She is best known as the last original cast member of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, on air since 2009, and as a New York Times best-selling cookbook author.
