“Wannabes never know how to be original” – Melissa Gorga sparks online firestorm after mocking Teresa Giudice’s most vulnerable RHONJ moment in viral TikTok as Bravo insiders reveal fallout may derail reunion plans - suong

It only took a 20-second TikTok for Melissa Gorga to reignite the never-ending feud between her and her notoriously fiery sister-in-law, Teresa Giudice. Over the weekend, Melissa posted a video shot at a high-end fashion boutique in New Jersey, where she strutted confidently in a glittery outfit, lip-syncing to one of Teresa’s most iconic RHONJ lines: “I’m shaking… I’m physically shaking!”

That moment, which originally aired during an emotionally intense reunion, was a raw, vulnerable outburst from Teresa – one that fans still vividly remember. And perhaps that’s why Melissa’s video immediately divided the Bravo fandom. Some laughed it off as a lighthearted meme, while others blasted it as “cheap,” “disrespectful,” and “proof she’s still obsessed with Teresa.”
“She chose Teresa’s weakest moment just to mock her for clicks,” one fan commented.
“Even if you’re not Team Teresa, you gotta admit this was unnecessary,” another added.

Adding fuel to the fire, fans noticed that Melissa had liked several comments defending her video – a move many interpreted as deliberate provocation ahead of RHONJ’s upcoming season.

Teresa, for her part, stayed silent – but only for a few hours. Later that evening, she posted a story on Instagram with a cryptic yet unmistakable message written in bold gold text over a black background: “Imitation isn’t flattery when it’s coming from a wannabe. Try being original for once.” A smirking emoji followed – pure Teresa.

She didn’t tag anyone, but everyone knew exactly who the post was aimed at. A Bravo insider told DailyMail+, “She felt genuinely hurt. That line wasn’t just a soundbite – it came from a deeply personal moment, and seeing it turned into a joke felt like a slap in the face.”

Tension between the two women clearly hasn’t cooled, even with RHONJ and Bravo yet to resume official production for the new season. One crew member revealed that the TikTok drama may now affect future filming plans, with producers reportedly rethinking reunion arrangements. “No one’s sure if Teresa will even agree to sit with Melissa at this point,” the source said.

With just one TikTok, Melissa didn’t just poke the bear – she may have reignited the Giudice-Gorga war for a whole new season. While Teresa continues to respond with her signature cold-blooded shade, the Bravo world is watching closely to see just how far this social media feud will spiral before cameras even start rolling.