Even better, the fight ended with an unlikely victor: Jacqueline, 'Jersey''s perpetual pickle in the middle.
Watch a clip of the fight
For much of the season, Jacqueline was caught between two sides: self-proclaimed best friend Danielle, the town villain with an alleged secret past, and her family, Dina and Caroline, who were convinced Danielle was trouble.
But in a gutsy, 11th-hour move, Jacqueline went against her blood (we take it she hasn't seen 'The Sopranos') by exposing Caroline and Dina's lie: they were the ones behind "the book," 'Cop Without a Badge,' which had somehow made its way into Franklin Lakes' inner gossip circle ("Family or not, what's right is right and what's true is true," she said).
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Jacqueline Laurita.
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Jacqueline Laurita.
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Danielle Staub.
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Danielle Staub.
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Danielle Staub.
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'Real Housewives of New Jersey' cast.
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In the end, Jacqueline squashed the queen bees and emerged as this season's most level-headed housewife. And as an added bonus: Jacqueline flipped a few tables of her own, making the admittedly wacky Danielle look sympathetic and (dare we say it) normal, while Caroline and Dina left with their tails between their legs.
For that, we think she deserves some recognition.
What did you think of the 'New Jersey' finale? Did Jacqueline do the right thing? Or should she have sided with her family?
Reader Comments (15)
marye at 3:53PM on Jun 17th 2009
i am so so loving this show..finally real women..real problems ..real lives..one question?? does albie have a girl cuz i have daughters
suziQ at 4:41PM on Jun 17th 2009
When Caroline said to Jacki that she was hurting her parents (Caroline's)I wanted Jacki reply that lying was hurting them more. I am sure Caroline's parents would not be proud if either of their daughters would not "own" up to what they did.
Alicat at 6:32PM on Jun 17th 2009
What did they do but expose the truth!! Jackie is the one who should feel guilty!! The women she sided with has a problem!! Did younot hear the underlined threats that she made to their family. That women walks around like she is a goddess and everyone owes her!! All I can say is you better watch your back!!!
sandy at 12:00AM on Jun 19th 2009
The show is a scream, love it, ....during the last supper, the antics were low rent,...don't blame it on being Italian, blame it on being low class. Jacqueline is precious; a genuine good person, it seems Danielle needs someone like her in her life. The other side of the family acts like wanna-be mafia, JOKE....they are not tough, just all uneducated people with new money.
annsavell legrand at 2:10AM on Jun 19th 2009
I like jacqueline for her Honesty and willingness to protect her friend for the truth-This is what true gets you GOD BLESS you and your pregnancy & Danielle - calm , cool and under control with Class "GO Lady". you put them in their place- dina movement said it all- "she lied" caroline Sisters need to know when to jump in. not for lies
Alex at 5:45AM on Jun 19th 2009
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Maria at 1:44PM on Jun 19th 2009
I have never watched the Real Housewives Series, but I am absolutely addicted to these New Jersey girls! Being Italian and originally from New York, I just love they way they talk and dress and act. It's awesome. I admire each of these women for different qualities. First of all, Teresa rocks! She is simply gorgeous, is a great mother and wife, and although I think she was looking for trouble when she even invited Danielle to the dinner (probably for theatrical reasons), I would have done the same thing if someone implied that I was an airhead. The stress level was high, her dinner was ruined and she had every right to get upset. Jacqueline, also gorgeous, has inspired me to be true to myself and not let my inlaws taint my thinking. Kudos to Danielle for remaining calm and collected under a tremendous amount of pressure. She didn't buckle even though she was up against the "family" until Jacqueline stepped in. Nice job. I like Dina too, even though she lied. She is a good mother. I think she was jealous of Danielle and Jacqueline's relationship. Caroline is just OK. I don't like how she really lays on the "we're thick as thieves" family thing. She makes herself look older than she is by acting like a matriarch. Cheer Jersey girls! This was really entertaining.
MCC at 9:12PM on Jun 20th 2009
Hey There,
Due to our mutual awe for The Real Housewives of New Jersey, I thought you might be interested in this.
MCC (formerly of BestWeekEver.tv) reads a beautifully poignant passage from the notorious and immortal book, COP WITHOUT A BADGE (as seen on Bravo's Real Housewives of New Jersey). This is the first time we meet Beverly Merrill aka Danielle Staub aka Prostitution Whoooooore. It wasn't Caroline. It wasn't Dina. It was MCC. MCC showed "The Book."
Read seductively and creepily by Michael Cyril Creighton
Shot & Edited by Jim Turner
Big Leather Couch supplied by Becky Yamamoto.
Support: Adira Amram & Wendy Mays
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KokY63OI2wE
Thank you and have a great day!
MCC
Miss Robby at 1:45PM on Jun 25th 2009
First I LOVE the Jersey girls, but what show are u watchin? Bev or Danielle (Dan) deserved all she got and more. What a sneaky thing to do, bringing the book SHE has been whining about to dinner she was LUCKY to get invited to. As far as Caroline Bravo girl. (no pun intended) We all have "if were lucky" a so called head of the family. And really people not that I agree w/ any slurs on anybody but the word gay is used in schools as stupid and has been for the last 3 to 4 yrs. I did'nt hear any mention of the ladies "cryin" about all the Italian slurs and I sure didn't hear about anyone writing in and complaining. All people need to toughen up and know when to take things in content. By the way I hope Danielle the man looking woman leaves the show. As for the others I will have my popcorn ready and hope your life goes well, thanks for lettin us watch. GO JERSEY!!!!!
Jennifer at 8:02PM on Jun 26th 2009
I hate women who act like they are victims, lets face it Danielle is acting. I have never seen such fake tears, and now she is claming her ex-Mahaer abused her. My question is if that was so why didnt she tell the FBI when they arrested her? I will tell you why because she is full of it. I was abused I still live with fear, for her to play the abuse card is just insulting to the women who deal with this fear daily. I can say that once you have lived thru that it changes you, I hate that she went there. It really seems she needs attention. I have one question where is the father of her children and why is he not doing something to protect his children??? As Danielle needs help really, what is she going to accuss next that she was raped, it seems she has no end to her drama.