They bring the excitement that fans tune in for.
Then, there are the cast members who lean into the authenticity of the job.
They are willing to invite the cameras into their homes, but they’re not the giant personality.
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One such case isKathy Wakile.
Enter cousin Kathy and sister-in-lawMelissa Gorga.
With the departure ofDina ManzoandDanielle Staub, a new storyline was needed.
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Pandora’s box was opened as jealousy, hatred, and animosity became the focus.
By bringing in the past,viewers truly witnessed how dysfunctional this family was.
And this was after seeing the mess that Manzos had previously made.
If Teresa Giudice andMelissa Gorgawere warring factions, Kathy Wakile was meant to serve as Switzerland.
Her loyalty was tested, she was unfairly treated, and her non-volatile personality avoided confrontations when possible.
With a slight bias against her, Wakile was never quite given a fair shake at establishing herself.
The manner in which Teresa and her then-husband,Joe Giudice, treated her was unfathomable.
Seems a bit petty, don’t you think?
Jennifer Aydin might be banned from Jersey Mike’s.
Teresa Giudice always wanted to be the center of attention.
When her family came on the show, the real dastardly side of her emerged.
She didn’t want to share her platform with anyone, especially her family.
Most people would be in their feelings and move on.
Once she was made to look wrong, Kathy became an enemy.
And if you didn’t think Teresa Giudice holds on to grudges, just ask the sprinkle cookies.
This was her passion project.
Kathy Wakile Was the Family Glue
Kathy Wakile was too good forThe Real Housewives of New Jersey.
Her husband aside, she was essentially unproblematic.
A truce with Teresa Giudice is impossible.
Being a part of the machine became a headache.
It’s a shame she was never respected enough to be acknowledged properly.
Centered around family, friendship, and fierce rivalries, the series delves into their personal and professional endeavors.
The Real Housewives of New Jerseyis available to stream on Peacock.
