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Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga may have seemingly put an end to their longstanding family dispute months ago. However, a fresh report suggests that their recent truce might be at risk of unraveling.
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Teresa, 53, attributed the reconciliation to her husband, Luis Ruelas, 51, calling him the “driving force” behind their mended relationship on her Turning the Tables podcast. Yet, an insider has hinted that both Real Housewives of New Jersey personalities may have hidden agendas for their newfound harmony, with a “looming threat” casting a shadow over their delicate peace.
“They were in a state of panic,” an insider told Radar Online on February 17, referring to Teresa and Luis.
The report reveals that the couple became uneasy upon discovering that Melissa, along with co-stars Margaret Josephs, 58, and Dolores Catania, 55, had participated in test filming with potential new cast members.
According to the report, the couple grew concerned after learning that Melissa, along with Margaret Josephs, 58, and Dolores Catania, 55, had test-filmed with potential newbies.
“That’s why Luis started reaching out to Joe in July, once rumblings that test filming was going to occur began … Teresa wasn’t coming back [for the test filming]. She and Luis knew that, and they decided to make amends,” the source stated.
Amid last summer’s test filming, Teresa reportedly got in touch with one of the rumored newcomers, Michelle Barone.
“While they were at Michelle’s house and filming, Teresa kept calling her like crazy,” the source claimed, suggesting Teresa was desperate to be a part of production.
“She even went as far as to tell Michelle she was willing to sit down with Margaret,” the insider added. “[But] Marge wasn’t having it. So Luis started calling Joe. And, at first, Joe wasn’t having it, either. But, eventually, he caved.”
In addition to Teresa reportedly reconciling with Melissa and Joe Gorga, 51, in an effort to stay put on RHONJ, the source suggested that Melissa, too, was motivated to remain in the spotlight.
“Melissa had been heard telling people she could infer it was time to make up with them, as that’s what Bravo would want in order for them to move forward with the show,” the insider explained.
Although both parties have insisted that their reunion is genuine, the source added, “Everyone can believe what they want, but this is how it began.”
As RHONJ fans may have heard, Melissa also made nice with Jacqueline Laurita, 55, amid filming on the latest season of the Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip in Miami, but Teresa wasn’t involved.
“Teresa still isn’t really interested in giving Melissa camera time, which explains why she avoided filming with Melissa and Jacqueline,” the source shared. “While Teresa isn’t overtly making any threats to Melissa, her not filming with her and going out of her way not to film with her is a threat of sorts. It’s a warning that she’s the top dog and in control, and she still calls the shots, even though Bravo’s actions have made it clear she doesn’t.”
The insider went on to say that if Teresa “continues this behavior,” their reconciliation could come to an end.
“None of them trust each other, and it’s all a facade,” they added. “And for good reason. They have a really terrible past.”