Julia Fox Urges Andy Cohen to Encourage Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga to Engage on ‘RHONJ’

Julia Fox Wants Teresa and Melissa to Interact

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Julia Fox made it clear that she is not a fan of the tense relationships among the cast members on The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

During her appearance on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen on Monday, May 20, the 34-year-old was questioned about her thoughts on Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga's strained relationship in the upcoming season 14.

"Is it a relief for you to see Teresa and Melissa openly admit that they can't stand each other?" Andy Cohen inquired.

The actress and model replied, "Not really. I believe someone needs to intervene and remind them that we have a show to run, and I am their boss."

Fox expressed her desire to see Teresa, 52, and Melissa, 45, together on screen, whether they are fighting or crying.

Melissa hinted in January that the current season of RHONJ, which started on May 5, would have a "very, very different" feel after she stopped talking to her husband Joe Gorga's sister.

Melissa shared on her podcast "On Display" that she and Teresa hardly communicate with each other. She mentioned to Denise Richards that they don't even talk.

When Denise asked if Teresa talked to Joe, Melissa replied, "No, not at all."

Julia Fox Wants Teresa and Melissa to Interact

(L-R) Margaret Josephs, Jackie Goldschneider, Melissa Gorga, Teresa Giudice, Dolores Catania, Jennifer Aydin Rodolfo Martinez/Bravo

Melissa shared that it took some time for everyone to come to terms with the situation and accept it. She mentioned that now, everyone, including the other side, seems to be happier with how things are.

The tension between Melissa and Teresa has created a rift among the housewives this season, impacting the dynamics within the group.

On the season 14 premiere of RHONJ on May 5, Rachel Fuda and Margaret Josephs expressed their frustration with Teresa. Margaret told Jennifer Fessler that she considers Teresa and her husband to be dead to her.

Rachel expressed that she didn't want her name mentioned to Teresa and her husband. She made it clear that she never wanted them to talk about her again.

During her confessional, Rachel mentioned that she and her husband, John Fuda, were not interested in being friends with Teresa and her husband, Luis "Louie" Ruelas. She claimed that Louie had hired an investigator to look into them during the season 13 finale.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs on Bravo Sundays at 8 p.m. ET.

Editor's P/S:

Julia Fox's candid comments on the fractured relationship between Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga on "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" highlight the complexities of reality television. Fox's assertion that the cast members should prioritize the success of the show emphasizes the delicate balance between personal drama and professional obligations. While viewer curiosity may be piqued by the ongoing feud, it remains to be seen whether the negative energy will ultimately overshadow the entertainment value of the series.

The rift between Teresa and Melissa has had a profound impact on the group dynamics, with other housewives expressing frustration and distancing themselves from the conflict. The allegations of private investigations and the refusal to communicate suggest a deep-seated animosity that may be difficult to resolve. It will be interesting to observe how the situation evolves throughout the season and whether the producers can effectively manage the tensions while maintaining the show's appeal to viewers.