The Real Housewives of New Jersey” is on an indefinite pause following the tense situations of season 14. However, there have been reports that Dolores Catania could be joining Bravo’s recently announced “Real Housewives of Rhode Island” franchise.
Recently, eagle-eyed fans spotted and filmed Dolores Catania filming with what is purported to be the cast of the new show. In the clip, she is looking over a balcony and talking with another woman during what appears to be a party. The clip was first shared by the social media account Bravo & Cocktails.
Naturally, the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast member has been coy about the rumors of her joining the new show. This is especially the case as there is no official word on the future of RHONJ.
Andy Cohen Has Spoken About ‘The Real Housewives of Rhode Island’
Bravo officially announced that “The Real Housewives of Rhode Island” was in the works in May. However, there had been rumors about the show for several months prior. Andy Cohen recently spoke about the show and whether “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Dolores Catania would be joining.
Regarding Dolores being on the show, Andy told PEOPLE, “I think that’s been a little overstated. t’s really about who’s in Rhode Island.” Because of this, many have speculated that she could be a friend of the show instead of a full-time cast member.
Regarding what people can expect from the new show, Andy said it’s “Italian with a capital I.” He also compared it to “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” saying it gives “early Jersey vibes.” Bravo has described the upcoming series as “a tight-knit circle of Rhode Islanders who have deep community roots and families that go back generations.”
The network hasn’t announced a premiere date for the new series.
Andy Recently Gave an Update on ‘The Real Housewives of New Jersey’
Neither the fans nor the cast have any idea when “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” will return. According to Page Six, Andy Cohen recently appeared on “The View” and provided a brief update on the show’s future.
He said on the long-running daytime talk show, “We are doing casting on ‘Jersey.'” It was really on a deep pause, and we are actively there, casting and looking at the future of what that will be.” There’s no word on whether they will cast all new ladies for the show or if it will be a mix of returning faces and brand new ones.
