The Real Housewives of New Jersey

10 Best Episodes of The Real Housewives of New Jersey - Season 8

Bravo heads to the Garden State for this installment of the "Housewives" franchise, focusing on affluent Jersey girls who are more than just friends: The cast has changed through the seasons but the featured housewives through the years have included Caroline Manzo, a devoted wife and mother of three adult children; former Las Vegas cosmetologist Jacqueline Laurita, who is now a full-time housewife; and Teresa Giudice, a mother of four who runs her household without help from a nanny or personal assistant.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 06, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E3

#15 - The Apology (Season 8 - Episode 3)

Margaret throws a launch party for her purse line, but Siggy and Dolores refuse to attend; Teresa begins to work on a new book; Joe makes a business decision without consulting Melissa; Frank and Dolores spar over the best way to handle Frankie.

The episode was rated 7.19 from 202 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E13

#14 - Prisons, Proposals and Parties (Season 8 - Episode 13)

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Teresa visits her husband in prison with a plan to demand an apology. Dolores receives advice from her ex-husband about her boyfriend, while Danielle's boyfriend decides to take their relationship to the next level. Later, Margaret celebrates her 50th birthday and Siggy has a mishap that makes some of the women question her honesty. As the ladies reunite for one last time, unexpected alliances are formed that send shockwaves through New Jersey.

The episode was rated 7.23 from 139 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E7

#13 - A Retreat to Remember (Season 8 - Episode 7)

As Teresa and Dolores try to repair their fragile friendship, Dolores drops a bomb on Teresa regarding Danielle. Siggy hosts a Women's Empowerment Retreat. Margaret and Melissa worry they will feel the wrath of Siggy again.

The episode was rated 7.24 from 159 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E6

#12 - Growing Up Jersey (Season 8 - Episode 6)

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Teresa takes her daughters and her father on vacation to Puerto Rico, but the fun quickly turns into family turmoil; Margaret and Dolores face off; Siggy gets hormone therapy; Melissa and Joe argue over how to parent Antonia.

The episode was rated 7.27 from 165 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E11

#11 - Fauxpology (Season 8 - Episode 11)

Still in Milan, Margaret tries to mend her friendship with Siggy with a shocking result. Later, Margaret and Danielle go to a shoe factory to develop Margaret's shoe line. Meanwhile, with Siggy still unwilling to forgive Margaret, Teresa tries to talk some sense into her and Dolores and Melissa have a heart to heart. Later, back in Jersey, Joe checks in with the Guidice kids.

The episode was rated 7.29 from 126 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E10

#10 - Meltdown in Milan (Season 8 - Episode 10)

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Trying to fix their fractured friendship the girls take a trip to Milan, Italy, but the tensions lead to a blow up fight that may divide the girls forever. Meanwhile, back in Jersey, Joe has a guy’s night.

The episode was rated 7.31 from 139 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E12

#9 - Ain't No Misbehaving (Season 8 - Episode 12)

The group manages to return to Jersey in one piece and it is officially back to reality. Teresa models in a photo shoot for her upcoming book and Dolores takes her son Frankie on a college tour. Later, the kitchen isn't the only thing heating up as the Gorgas prepare for their restaurant opening when Teresa and Melissa go head-to-head over a business decision. Finally, Danielle receives some closure has been wanting for over nine years.

The episode was rated 7.35 from 134 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E2

#8 - Let Them Eat Cake (Season 8 - Episode 2)

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After an explosive fight, Siggy and Dolores align themselves against Teresa and Melissa; the rift between Margaret and Siggy turns ugly; Dolores deals with the challenges of having her ex-husband and their son, Frankie, under the same roof.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 193 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E1

#7 - Shaddy Beach (Season 8 - Episode 1)

As Teresa struggles with the loss of her mom and the reality of being a single parent with Joe still in prison, her friends plan a weekend getaway to Boca Raton to try to give her some rest and relaxation. Meanwhile, Dolores' ex-husband Frank moves back in and Siggy's career aspirations cause friction in her marriage. Later, Siggy introduces Margaret Josephs to their group, but tensions flare when Danielle Staub makes her return.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 232 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E4

#6 - The Public Shaming of Melissa (Season 8 - Episode 4)

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As the restaurant opening approaches, tensions mount between Melissa and Teresa; Siggy throws a cocktail party, but her anger comes back to haunt Melissa; Danielle shares a secret with Teresa that could destroy Teresa's friendship with Dolores.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 190 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E14

#5 - Reunion Part One (Season 8 - Episode 14)

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The episode was rated 7.50 from 119 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E9

#4 - When Chairs Fly (Season 8 - Episode 9)

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Tensions are running at an ultimate high as Teresa, Melissa, Margaret, and Danielle square off with Dolores, Siggy, and Kim D. at the annual Posche Fashion Show. When Teresa confronts Kim D. face-to-face about the cheating rumors it leaves the group more divided than ever. With the Italy trip looming, everyone questions whether or not that's a trip they're willing to take.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 153 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E16

#3 - Secrets Revealed (Season 8 - Episode 16)

Check out funny and surprising never-before-seen moments from the ladies of the Garden State: a Gorga/Giudice Easter celebration gets completely out of control, Margaret and Siggy show surprising BFF potential at a photo shoot, Danielle crosses the line in the Gorga's Restaurant bathroom, Gia reveals her true feelings about her dad returning home, and more.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 68 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E5

#2 - Not Over It (Season 8 - Episode 5)

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As Dolores begins to get serious with her new boyfriend David, Siggy comes up with a plan for dealing with her empty nest syndrome. Margaret starts developing a shoe line while Teresa, Melissa, and Joe prepare for the Gorga's tasting party. As tensions rise among the ladies, everyone is nervous that the group could explode when everyone is back together. Meanwhile, Melissa and Teresa get into a huge fight, threatening the progress of the restaurant.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 192 votes.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey - S8E8

#1 - Walking on Broken Glass (Season 8 - Episode 8)

While at Siggy's retreat, the girls delve deep into their personal issues: Margaret opens up about her relationship with her step-kids and Teresa talks about her resentment towards Joe. Later, back in Jersey, Dolores plans a charity event and Teresa seeks advice from Siggy about her book. Meanwhile, Melissa and Margaret plan a fun surprise for all the ladies but tensions flare when Siggy and Dolores confront Teresa with a rumor they heard from Kim D.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 158 votes.

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