Jacqueline Laurita

One of the original ladies of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Jacqueline Laurita is a revered TV personality, mom, wife, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She is a long time Cosmetologist with a passion for all things related to beauty, having worked with a number of power players in the beauty industry. Her passion prompted her to create a beauty, wellness, and lifestyle blog called TheLookOver.com, which will soon be launching.  

Jacqueline is also the co-author of two books, Get It! A Beauty, Style and Wellness Guide To Getting Your 'It' Together, available now and Defy Expectations, coming this fall and written with her husband, Chris, on their struggles and successes while raising a child on the Autism Spectrum, with secrets to keeping their marriage strong.

A mother to Ashlee, 25, CJ, 14 and Nicholas, 7, Jacqueline is a Warrior Mom and has been a celebrity ambassador to several non-profit Autism organizations, since Nicholas was diagnosed. She regularly travels the country as a sought-after public speaker raising Autism awareness. Her mission is not only to help her youngest son reach his full potential, but to also help as many families as she can along the way. Jacqueline also shares Autism resources and information on her website JacquelineLaurita.com

Jacqueline has a witty sense of humor and always tries to see the good in people, but like the true Taurus she is, she can hold her own when challenged. Jacqueline does not take anything for granted and believes that true wealth is about love, family and genuine relationships.