Milania Giudice Arrested in New Jersey: RHONJ Star Teresa Giudice’s Daughter Charged With Simple Assault

Milania Giudice, the 20-year-old daughter of The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice, was arrested in New Jersey in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident, according to law enforcement information reported by multiple outlets.

The University of Tampa student was arrested by the Montville Township Police Department on May 14, 2026, at approximately 6:12 p.m. Authorities charged her with one count of simple assault, specifically alleging that she purposely or knowingly caused bodily injury. Under New Jersey law, the offense is classified as a Disorderly Persons Offense.

According to reports, the incident occurred at a residence in Montville Township. Because the matter is considered domestic in nature, officials have not publicly released additional details about what allegedly took place or identified any other individuals involved.

Court Proceedings and Current Status

Milania Giudice appeared for an initial court hearing on May 19, 2026. Reports indicate that she did not enter a formal plea during that appearance. She was released pending further court proceedings, and the case remains active.

As of now, neither Milania Giudice nor her family has publicly provided a detailed statement regarding the allegations.

Who Is Milania Giudice?

Milania Giudice is best known for appearing on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey, where viewers watched her grow up on screen after her mother, Teresa Giudice, joined the reality series in 2009.

Born on February 2, 2006, Milania is the third daughter of Teresa Giudice and her ex-husband, Joe Giudice. She has three sisters:

• Gia Giudice, 25

• Gabriella Giudice, 21

• Audriana Giudice, 16

She currently attends the University of Tampa, where she is studying advertising and public relations.

Social Media Activity Draws Attention

The arrest has generated significant online discussion due to Milania’s public profile and large social media following.

Reports noted that on the same day as her arrest, she posted a TikTok selfie video using an audio clip stating, “You are a diva. A young, beautiful diva.” She reportedly remained inactive on the platform for nearly two weeks before returning on May 26 without addressing the incident.

Following public reports about the case in June, she also shared several inspirational and cryptic messages on Instagram Stories, though none directly referenced the legal matter.

Family Support and Public Image

Despite the legal headlines, Milania has consistently spoken positively about her family. During a 2025 appearance on her sister Gia Giudice’s podcast, Casual Chaos, she praised her stepfather, Luis “Louie” Ruelas.

“Louie’s the best stepdad ever, and he’s so cool. Anytime I have a problem, he’ll talk to me about it,” she said.

Milania also maintains a close relationship with her father, Joe Giudice, who currently lives in the Bahamas.

RHONJ Returns Amid Family Headlines

News of Milania’s arrest comes as Bravo prepares to move forward with The Real Housewives of New Jersey after a lengthy pause. The series had been on hiatus for nearly two years following the cancellation of the Season 14 reunion in 2024.

In March, Bravo announced that filming for Season 15 would begin in spring 2026, with Teresa Giudice, Melissa Gorga, and Dolores Catania expected to return.

The legal case involving Milania Giudice remains ongoing, and any charges are allegations until resolved through the court process.