Melissa Gorga is juggling two major storylines right now. One involves her son Gino’s next big move after high school. The other is her fragile truce with Teresa Giudice, which has her closest friends quietly panicking. And honestly, both situations sound like they could flip in an instant.
Fans have been watching Melissa and Joe Gorga’s kids grow up on The Real Housewives of New Jersey for over a decade. Now their middle child, Gino, is a high school senior and standing at a crossroads. College? Career? Something totally different? Melissa finally revealed where he stands.
But behind the scenes, another storm is brewing. Insiders say Melissa’s inner circle is terrified she will get burned all over again by Teresa.
Melissa Reveals Gino May Skip College
Melissa spoke with Bravo’s Daily Dish about Gino’s next chapter, and she didn’t sugarcoat anything.
She said,
“We’re thinking about it. We’re not sure yet.”
According to Melissa, her son might be heading in a completely different direction.
She explained that Gino is an “entrepreneur kind of guy.” And she’s not wrong. He launched his clothing brand, Placidity Clothing, last year. He proudly showcased his designs.
It looks like Gino is ready to build something on his own terms.
And honestly, he seems more excited about business than textbooks.
Melissa knows the drill. She’s built brands. She’s hustled. She understands the pull of creating your own path.
Meanwhile, their daughter Antonia is thriving in college at the University of Delaware. Melissa said Antonia is “dabbling” in communications, media, and marketing, which she “loves.” Their youngest, Joey Jr., is still in high school and following big brother’s footsteps in football.
A Proud Football Mom
Melissa also reflected on Gino’s football journey on Instagram, posting a throwback photo from the first day he ever put on his helmet.
She wrote,
“This was his very first day of football. He was so excited to get his equipment. He was just six years old. Today he is a senior and is going to play the state championship.”
The photo made it clear how long he’s been dedicated to the game.
Even sweeter, Joey Jr. plays on the same team. Melissa beams every time she talks about her boys taking the field together.
Friends Fear Teresa Will Turn On Melissa Again
Melissa celebrates her kids, but her friends are worried about her renewed relationship with Teresa Giudice. The détente has been one of the most shocking developments for the RHONJ fandom.
Sources told RadarOnline that Melissa’s friends are “worried” and “on high alert.””
One insider said,
“They’ve been her shoulder to cry on many times about how awful Teresa was to her.”
Their concern is simple.
They don’t think Teresa has really changed.
They fear she will return to her old ways the minute something goes sideways.
Another source added,
“Teresa likes soldiers and people on her side. If Melissa disagrees with her even a little, it will be a major problem.”
And that’s the real danger.
A reconciliation only works if both sides behave. Teresa has a long history of blowing up the peace the moment she feels challenged.
Could Filming Destroy the Peace?
If RHONJ returns, the truce might not survive.
Without Jennifer Aydin by her side, Teresa will need a new loyal soldier.
Insiders think Melissa is the obvious target.
One source warned,
“She’s going to have to side blindly with Teresa. But if she pushes back, they’ll be right back to a dark place again.”
Fans already know that dark place.
It spans years of insults, fights, accusations, and broken marriages.
Jacqueline Laurita thinks Teresa’s intentions are “sincere,” but Melissa’s friends don’t agree.
Another insider summed it up:
“Time will tell. But there’s been too much bad blood to feel confident this will stay positive.”
