Maraget Josephs is opening up about her future on Bravo’s “Actual Housewives of New Jersey.” In a brand new video, the Bravo actuality star revealed she would not be a part of the long-lasting sequence after seven seasons.
The information of Margaret Josephs’ “RHONJ” departure comes days after a supply claimed Bravo was transferring ahead with the subsequent season with Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, and Dolores Catania.
Margaret Josephs Says She’s Transferring On From Bravo’s ‘Actual Housewives Of New Jersey’ In A New Assertion
“Hello guys, it’s The Marge, I’m dialing in. I’ve to inform you one thing that may come as somewhat shock to you, however not for me,” Josephs, 58, stated in a latest Instagram video. “I’ve been fascinated with a number of various things, and I’m transferring on from The [Real] Housewives of New Jersey.”
Josephs, who joined the sequence throughout season 8 in 2017, stated she’s had “talks” with Bravo since December 2025 and realized her time to maneuver on had arrived.
“I believe the timing is true. A variety of issues have modified in my life. I’ve been blessed to work on a special venture. I’m on the set proper now,” she stated. “I noticed I’ve to spend extra time with my household, work on my designing, and simply take a break and transfer on.”
Margaret Josephs Thanks Bravo, Offers A Particular Shout Out To The Solid
In her video, Josephs gave a particular shout-out to the opposite forged members of “RHONJ,” saying she cherished all of them regardless of their variations.
The style designer then turned her consideration to Bravo and NBC Common, thanking them for the once-in-a-lifetime alternative.
Elsewhere, Josephs teased that she’d return to actuality TV earlier than folks would possibly anticipate. “This won’t be the final you guys see of me on tv. That’s not a risk, it’s a promise, and I’m excited for all the brand new alternatives, and I’m grateful for all of you for supporting me for all these years,” she stated.
“You will notice me very, very quickly again in your TV screens. Love you,” she completed.
Margaret Josephs Was Reportedly Unwilling To Transfer On With Giudice
Joseph’s sudden departure follows a supply near “RHONJ” claiming she was unwilling to work with Giudice and her husband, Luis Ruelas.
“She’s a dynamic persona who has made a splash on RHONJ since becoming a member of the sequence, and naturally, there are a lot of followers who need her again,” the source said. “However she’s not keen to compromise her private values or be round folks she feels want her household hurt, as she stated on the final episode of the present.”
The supply additionally added that the community was planning to start manufacturing on the subsequent season of “RHONJ” with Giudice and Gorga on the heart regardless of their years-long feud.
“Followers lengthy believed it will both be Teresa or Melissa as a result of the entire stress and points that arose throughout season 14 with them refusing to speak to at least one one other, however Bravo ended up bringing them each again,” a supply stated.
Giudice and Gorga reconciled in November 2025, one thing the insider claimed made casting a bit simpler. “It completely helps that they made up off-camera and are actually getting alongside as a household unit,” they shared. “Bravo burdened over the last season that one thing wanted to alter, and the forged couldn’t go on like this.”
Followers React To Joseph’s Departure
Bravo fanatics have been reacting to Joseph’s “RHONJ” exit, sharing their unfiltered ideas on her assertion.
“Thank God! Jesus is actual! The evil has been defeated and fired,” somebody wrote, whereas one other stated, “Good. She was a principal motive [along] with Jennifer Aydin for the downfall.”
One other consumer stated, “It gained’t be the final time we see her? D-mn, I gotta pray tougher!”
Housewives React To Joseph’s Exit
The response wasn’t all unhealthy, nevertheless, as many “Actual Housewives” forged members despatched Joseph’s well-wishes.
“Marge, you’re one of many good ones,” Gorga wrote. “Your one-liners have been my favourite a part of the present. I utterly perceive this determination. Your subsequent chapter might be a unbelievable one, and I can’t wait to see what’s subsequent for you.”
Jennifer Fessler additionally commented, “Thanks for taking me alongside in your journey, my expensive pal. Being a ‘pal of’ the Marge was an honor and a privilege.”
