Seasons of Real Housewives of New Jersey: A Comprehensive Rundown

Season 1: 2009 - 2010

• Stars: Caroline Manzo, Jacqueline Laurita, Dina Manzo, Teresa Giudice, Danielle Staub, and Ashlee Holmes

The inaugural season of RHONJ introduced viewers to the glamorous suburbanites of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. The season was marked by explosive fights between Teresa Giudice and Danielle Staub, as well as Jacqueline Laurita's struggles with an eating disorder.

Season 2: 2010 - 2011

• Stars: Caroline Manzo, Jacqueline Laurita, Dina Manzo, Teresa Giudice, Danielle Staub, and Kathy Wakile

Season 2 saw the addition of Kathy Wakile to the cast, as well as the departure of Ashlee Holmes. The season focused on the Giudice family's legal troubles, Teresa's bankruptcy filing, and Jacqueline's ongoing health issues.

Season 3: 2011 - 2012

• Stars: Caroline Manzo, Jacqueline Laurita, Dina Manzo, Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, and Kathy Wakile

Dina Manzo left the show after Season 3, while Melissa Gorga joined the main cast. The season showcased the escalating feud between Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga, as well as Caroline Manzo's decision to step away from the spotlight.

Season 4: 2012 - 2013

• Stars: Caroline Manzo, Jacqueline Laurita, Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, Kathy Wakile, and Rosie Pierri

Season 4 saw the departure of Jacqueline Laurita and the addition of Rosie Pierri. The season focused on the Giudice family's ongoing legal battles, as well as Teresa's eventual imprisonment.

Season 5: 2013 - 2014

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Kathy Wakile, Rosie Pierri, Amber Marchese, Teresa Giudice, and Nicole Napolitano

With Teresa Giudice serving time in prison, Season 5 shifted the focus to the remaining housewives. The season featured the addition of Amber Marchese and Nicole Napolitano, as well as the ongoing drama surrounding the Giudice family.

Season 6: 2014 - 2015

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Kathy Wakile, Rosie Pierri, Amber Marchese, Teresa Giudice, and Dina Manzo

Teresa Giudice returned to the show full-time in Season 6, after completing her prison sentence. The season followed the Giudice family's struggles to rebuild their lives, as well as the drama surrounding Amber Marchese's controversial divorce.

Season 7: 2015 - 2016

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Kathy Wakile, Dolores Catania, Siggy Flicker, Teresa Giudice, Danielle Staub, and Margaret Josephs

Season 7 introduced Dolores Catania and Siggy Flicker to the cast, while Kathy Wakile and Rosie Pierri left the show. The season focused on the ongoing feud between Teresa Giudice and Danielle Staub, as well as Melissa Gorga's strained relationship with Joe Giudice.

Season 8: 2016 - 2017

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Siggy Flicker, Teresa Giudice, Danielle Staub, Margaret Josephs, and Jennifer Aydin

Season 8 saw the addition of Jennifer Aydin to the cast, while Siggy Flicker left the show. The season focused on the Giudice family's ongoing legal battles, as well as the drama surrounding Danielle Staub's personal life.

Season 9: 2017 - 2018

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Danielle Staub

Danielle Staub was demoted to a "friend of the housewives" for Season 9, while Jackie Goldschneider joined the main cast. The season focused on the Giudice family's departure from New Jersey, as well as the drama surrounding Melissa Gorga's business ventures.

Season 10: 2018 - 2019

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Danielle Staub

Danielle Staub returned to the main cast in Season 10, while Jackie Goldschneider left the show. The season focused on the Giudice family's return to New Jersey, as well as the drama surrounding Margaret Josephs' marriage.

Season 11: 2019 - 2020

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Jennifer Fessler

Jennifer Fessler joined the cast in Season 11, while Danielle Staub left the show. The season focused on the Giudice family's legal battles, as well as the drama surrounding Melissa Gorga's relationship with her sister-in-law, Teresa Giudice.

Season 12: 2020 - 2021

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Traci Johnson

Traci Johnson joined the cast in Season 12, while Jennifer Fessler left the show. The season focused on the Giudice family's ongoing struggles, as well as the drama surrounding Margaret Josephs' marriage and Jennifer Aydin's legal battles.

Season 13: 2021 - 2022

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Danielle Cabral

Danielle Cabral joined the cast in Season 13, while Traci Johnson left the show. The season focused on the Giudice family's move to Italy, as well as the drama surrounding Margaret Josephs' feud with Jennifer Aydin.

Season 14: 2022 - Present

• Stars: Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teresa Giudice, Margaret Josephs, Jennifer Aydin, Jackie Goldschneider, and Danielle Cabral

Season 14 is expected to premiere in 2022. The cast remains unchanged from Season 13. The season is likely to focus on the Giudice family's new life in Italy, as well as the ongoing drama surrounding the housewives.

Cast Members by Season

Awards and Nominations

• Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality-Competition Program (2010)
• Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Reality Series (2012)
• People's Choice Award for Favorite Reality TV Show (2013)

Ratings

• Season 1: 3.5 million viewers
• Season 2: 4.3 million viewers
• Season 3: 5.1 million viewers
• Season 4: 5.7 million viewers
• Season 5: 6.1 million viewers
• Season 6: 6.6 million viewers
• Season 7: 7.1 million viewers
• Season 8: 7.5 million viewers
• Season 9: 8.3 million viewers
• Season 10: 9.5 million viewers
• Season 11: 10.9 million viewers
• Season 12: 12.5 million viewers
• Season 13: 13.9 million viewers

Secrets and Rumors

• Teresa Giudice was originally supposed to be on the cast of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," but she was passed over in favor of Kandi Burruss.
• The producers of RHONJ have been accused of scripting fights and storylines.
• Some of the housewives have been accused of using the show to promote their businesses.
• Teresa Giudice has been accused of bullying other housewives.

FAQs

• What is the most popular season of RHONJ? Season 13 is the most popular season of RHONJ, with an average of 13.9 million viewers.
• Who is the most popular housewife on RHONJ? Teresa Giudice is the most popular housewife on RHONJ, according to a recent poll.