Milania Giudice is getting the support she needs right now. The 20-year-old daughter of Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice is under professional care, according to a statement from her manager and family friend, Maria DeSantis.
What Her Family Is Saying
DeSantis spoke to PEOPLE on September 25. She said Milania is deeply loved by her family and friends, and that everyone around her is focused on supporting her through an incredibly difficult stretch of her life. That stretch includes the loss of her best friend, Victoria Zardoya, who died on July 26 in an accidental fall while the two were exploring ruins together in Florida. “She is currently surrounded by people who love her and is under the care of professionals who are working with her and her family,” DeSantis said. She said Milania is a kind young woman facing a tough time. Right now, her health and healing are the top priorities.
Milania’s father, Joe Giudice, echoed that message in a separate statement to Page Six. He said that what people see outside doesn’t show the whole story. Difficult moments don’t define who his daughter really is. He highlighted her grief over losing Zardoya. He noted that grief doesn’t follow a timeline, especially when growing up in the public eye.
The Recent Incident, and the Context Behind It
This statement comes after a video went around this week. It shows Milania having an emotional moment with her mother and sister at a Florida airport. According to TMZ, police were called to the scene but no one was arrested or medically transported. That moment came soon after Milania was hospitalized for mental health concerns. These included reported suicidal thoughts. She was later released into the care of her family and mental health professionals.
Milania has also been dealing with a pending legal case. She was arrested on May 14 in connection with a domestic violence incident and pleaded not guilty in July. This remains an unresolved legal matter, not a conviction. Her next hearing is scheduled for this Tuesday.
Milania has spoken openly on Instagram about how much losing Zardoya, her best friend since age four, has affected her. In August, she wrote that there were no words to describe losing her. Earlier this month, she shared reflections from a celebration of life held in Zardoya’s honor, saying she misses her best friend every day.
DeSantis shared that Milania hopes her openness about her experience will help other young people facing similar challenges. For now, the family has asked for compassion and privacy as they navigate this together.
What Actually Matters Here
The most importWhat Actually Matters Hereant thing in this story isn’t the video. It’s that Milania is getting help, and that the people closest to her are being honest about how hard this year has been for her. A young woman lost her best friend, faced a serious legal matter, and is now working through a genuine mental health crisis in full public view. That combination would be a lot for anyone to carry. The family’s request for privacy and compassion is a reasonable one, and it’s worth respecting.
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