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Teresa Giudice Joins Dancing with the Stars, and Here’s How Louie Feels About It

The RHONJ mom is ready to show off her dancing skills and vie for the Mirrorball Trophy in Season 31 of DWTSand her husband, Luis “Louie” Ruelas is showing his support.

By Jocelyn Vena
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Get ready to see a whole new side of Teresa Giudice. On Thursday, September 8, it was confirmed that The Real Housewives of New Jersey mom is joining the cast for Season 31 of Dancing with the Stars. According to Variety, she’s been partnered with dance pro Pasha Pashkov.

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After the news broke, Luis “Louie” Ruelas showed his support for his wife’s new gig, writing on Instagram, “So proud of you babe. LOVE YOU.”

According to TV Line, the Season 31 celebs also include American Idol’s Jordin Sparks, The Bachelorette’s Gabby Windey, Jersey Shore’s Vinny Guadagnino, RuPaul’s Drag RaceShangela, The D’Amelio Show’s Charli D’Amelio and Heidi D’Amelio, Selma Blair, Trevor Donovan, Daniel Durant, Cheryl Ladd, Sam Champion, Wayne Brady, Jessie James Decker, Joseph Baena, and Jason Lewis.

The big cast news was also revealed on Good Morning America, where it was confirmed that Tyra Banks will co-host the new season with Alfonso Ribeiro. Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, and Derek Hough will be back as judges.

Teresa is, of course, the latest Real Housewife to hit the dance floor to try and win the Mirrorball Trophy on DWTS. Previously, Lisa VanderpumpKim FieldsNene LeakesErika JayneKim Zolciak-Biermann, and Lisa Rinna competed. Most recently, Kenya Moore competed in Season 30 of DWTS.

Teresa’s 2022 has certainly been busy, including wrapping up the summer by marrying Louie in August. In addition to strutting her stuff on the upcoming season of DWTS, Teresa also now hosts a podcast called Namaste B$tches. And, of course, she’s always busy with her four daughters, GiaGabriellaMilania, and Audriana.

Check out Teresa’s life over the years, below.

This Video Proves How Much Teresa Giudice's Daughters Have Grown Up

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