Former “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Jaqueline Laurita now calls Orange County, California, home, where she lives with her husband, Chris Laurita, and their two sons. She’s quickly settled into life on the West Coast, even sharing photos hanging out with RHOC star Gretchen Rossi and her husband, Slade Smiley.
This holiday season, Laurita continues to hint at the possibility that she may even be joining the ladies of the O.C. after sharing several snapshots with Rossi and RHOC star Jennifer Pedranti.
Jacqueline Laurita Shares Photos With Gretchen Rossi During the Holidays
Jacqueline Laurita is sharing more insight into her close friendships with a few RHOC stars, mainly Gretchen Rossi, who returned to the show for season 19. After moving to Orange County with her family in 2023, Laurita has shared many photos hanging out with Rossi, proving that they have a real and solid friendship.
Taking to Instagram, Laurita shared how she spent her holidays with close family and friends. She kicked off her post with a photo alongside her husband, Chris Laurita, at a festive holiday party. The event was also attended by Rossi, and Laurita shared additional photos posing with the RHOC star, both dressed in glamorous outfits for the occasion.
Another photo captured Laurita and her husband enjoying a couple’s night out with Rossi and Smiley. She also shared a playful snap of herself and Rossi kissing a giant snowman. In yet another photo, the Lauritas joined Rossi and Smiley for dinner, along with RHOC star Jennifer Pedranti and her fiancé, Ryan Boyajian.
In Laurita’s caption, she revealed how “grateful” she was to have met new friends while living in the O.C.
“Here’s a little bit of Holiday Blessings with friends. I wish I took more pictures when I go out, but I’m thankful for my friends who do, so I have these beautiful memories. Old and new! We are loving our friends in Orange County. Always a good time. Grateful to have met every one of them. I had to miss out on a few Christmas parties so some of my girls aren’t shown here, but they know they’re special to me too. Im also grateful to those that have followed me throughout the years. I Love you all! 💋❤️💋❤️🎄🤗🎁 Happy Holidays!”
Laurita Was Approached to Join RHOC
The last time fans saw Laurita on RHONJ was in 2016, when she came back as a main cast member for season 7. Now, with her living in Orange County, fans have speculated that she may join the cast of RHOC.
According to Page Six, Laurita has indeed been approached by Bravo about returning as a star on RHOC. She was initially considered to join as a “friend of the cast” for season 20, but her proximity to Pedranti has now opened the possibility of her returning as a main cast member. Additionally, the network’s compensation offer will play a significant role in whether Laurita decides to join.
However, during a conversation with Zack Peter on his “No Filter” podcast in August, Laurita shared that she had absolutely no interest in rejoining another Housewives show.
“It’s just so toxic and crazy and I’m just at a different stage in my life,” Laurita shared with the host. “I love the girls from the show. I love talking to them and everything, but I don’t want to be in that, you know?”
