Gia Giudice Calls Out Luis Ruelas' Behavior on 'RHONJ' (2024)

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The Big Picture

  • Gia Giudice is known for speaking her mind on The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
  • Gia expressed mixed feelings about her stepfather Luis Ruelas on a recent episode.
  • Fans are divided on Luis, but Gia's tough love approach may be what he needs.

Gia Giudice has appeared on The Real Housewives of New Jersey since the very beginning of the reality series in season 1, way back in 2009. When we first met her, she was just 8 years old, the oldest daughter of Teresa Giudice and Joe Giudice, and older sister to Gabriella, Milania, and (soon to arrive) Audriana.

Over the years, we’ve watched Gia grow and face challenges and seen her life take twists and turns, with both of her parents spending time in jail and later divorcing, plus the explosive dynamics between the family and the friend group. But one thing that has always stayed consistent with Gia is her tendency to speak her mind.

Viewers may remember the song Gia composed and sang back in season 3 called "Waking Up In the Morning," which has now become a viral meme. The song was about the ongoing feud between her parents and her uncle, Joe Gorga, and aunt, Melissa Gorga.

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Gia Has Been Outspoken When It Comes To People And Events on The ShowGia Giudice Calls Out Luis Ruelas' Behavior on 'RHONJ' (4)

Gia also wasn’t shy when telling her parents what she thought about certain events on the show and her feelings about them, recently expressing disappointment with her uncle amid the still ongoing discord between him and mom Teresa. So it should come as no surprise that when it comes to stepfather Luis Ruelas, Gia is also not holding back. On a recent episode of the show, Gia was sitting with some of the other cast members, including Jennifer Aydin, Dolores Catania, and Jackie Goldschneider, when the subject of Luis and the feud with Rachel Fuda and John Fuda came up.

Fans will remember that at the last reunion, John told Luis that he had also hired a private detective in response to Luis' intimation that he had got files on all the cast members from a private investigator. Many fans felt that Luis’ response to John and other cast members was aggressive and threatening and did not paint him in a flattering light.

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“To each their own for everything. But no, I don’t take it.”

It seems that Gia agreed. In the episode, she said about Luis: “He said things, and I’ve looked at him now, and I’m like, ‘Lou, that’s not the person that you are. These people are just making you go crazy.’” However, she did also defend Luis, saying: “I’m telling you, he’s a really, really good guy.” Some think Gia may be saying this just to keep her mother sweet, but Gia has not seemed to shy away from difficult or controversial opinions before. It sounds like perhaps she has given Luis some tough love, which might be just what he needs.

Fans of the show are mixed, with many saying that they see Luis as disingenuous and controlling and that Teresa is blinded by love. However, many spoke up in his defense when it was revealed recently that he was helping Teresa pay for all of her daughter's college tuition. Perhaps Gia calling Luis out but praising him too is exactly what is called for.

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Gia Giudice Calls Out Luis Ruelas' Behavior on 'RHONJ' (2024)

FAQs

Does Gia Giudice get paid by Bravo? ›

Gia's fame skyrocketed after her song, "Waking Up In The Morning," started trending on TikTok after Will Smith remixed it. Bravo saw an opening to enhance its audience, and reportedly paid Gia $50,000 for RHONJ season 12, according to Distractify. There is no doubt her promotional deals are earning her a pretty penny.

Do Teresa Giudice and Joe Gorga speak? ›

Although the parents aren't on speaking terms, the Gorga and Giudice children remain in contact with each other. Melissa revealed as much when she appeared on the May 12 episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen after Andy asked for an update on them.

Did Gia Giudice have work done? ›

In July 2020, Gia revealed she got a nose job and couldn't be more pleased with her results. “Yes, I'm swollen,” she captioned the snap of her rhinoplasty done by Dr.

How much does Bravo pay Teresa? ›

While she was in prison, RHONJ paused filming. The show returned in season 7 with the premiere showing Teresa's welcome home after prison. According to a 2019 report by Radar Online, Teresa is paid $1.116 million per season (or $62,000 per episode) as a RHONJ cast member.

What does Gia Giudice do for a living? ›

But now, as a 22-year-old influencer and aspiring lawyer, Gia is ready to show fans a new side of her. In PEOPLE's exclusive debut of her new photo shoot, Gia embraces her sexier side while also looking back on how far she's come.

What did Gia Giudice get her degree in? ›

The eldest child of Joe and Theresa Giudice documented her college years on Instagram, but that wrapped up in May 2023, when she graduated from Rutgers University, just an hour from her hometown. Gia earned her bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the well-known university.

What is Gia Giudice doing these days? ›

As proud mom Teresa Giudice shared on the latest episode of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, after graduating from college last year, Gia is working with a law firm and making plans to take her Law School Admission Test (LSAT).

How did Milania Giudice lose weight? ›

Milania, who called her younger self a “full-on pumpkin,” explained that she began her “glow-up” after she “l*terally felt suffocated in my own body.” Teresa subsequently hired a nutritionist, who gave Milania the “healthiest meals” three times a day. She also worked out twice a day: before school and after.

How much does Gia make? ›

Gia Gemologist Salary
Annual SalaryHourly Wage
Top Earners$67,000$32
75th Percentile$62,500$30
Average$52,999$25
25th Percentile$44,500$21

Does Bravo pay for Housewives parties? ›

While most onscreen food is taken care of by the network, Hollman explained the women have to fund their own fabulous parties and that they're expected to host "one big thing" per year: Whenever you're going to eat at restaurants during the season, Bravo pays for that.

Does Bravo pay for Housewives vacations? ›

“There have been some that have been generated by us, and there have been some that have been generated by [the castmates],” he clarified. “The women take the planning of the vacation really seriously, and so it's a case by case, but we have paid for them, yes.”

Does Bravo pay for the Housewives glam? ›

(RHOBH star Erika Jayne, one of the most successful Housewives stars to date, once sparked backlash for her flippant use of private jets.) Along with breaking down how travel works, Hollman gave a handy rundown of how "glam" works while filming: All of your clothes. you pay for, except for the reunion.

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