Teresa Giudice’s Dad, Giacinto Gorga, Dies At 76
#Socialites, join us in sending love and prayers to Teresa Giudice and her family as they are currently mourning the loss of her father, Giacinto Gorga.
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“The Real Housewives Of New Jersey” star took to Instagram Friday morning to confirm the news and also to pay tribute to her beloved dad.
“My father, my protector, my hero, God took you early this morning to be with mommy, I saw you peacefully pass & I know you kept fighting for my daughters and I. I have so many amazing thoughts of you, every day seeing you in the kitchen at my home, teaching my girls to cook, my partner in crime on shopping trips, your love of the shore & my travel buddy,” she wrote.
The family’s attorney released a statement to multiple outlets including Fox News, noting that Giacinto’s death was not coronavirus (COVID-19) related. “Mr. Gorga’s passing was not related to COVID-19. As the family grieves his untimely passing, they are praying for everyone affected by the virus,” he said.
Meanwhile, the 47-year-old went on to say in her tribute post,
“You always wanted everyone to have a good time, eat great food, have a stiff drink and enjoy life. You are the absolute strongest man I know & I know you missed mommy so much but you stayed for us. Thank you for being the best husband, father & Nonno. Your devotion to mommy was one for the record books, you were the true example and a gentleman and devoted husband. You visited mommy every single day & would go twice for the days you missed while traveling or if you were to sick to go, my silver lining is knowing you’ll be together now. Thank you for showing us all what true love is. Love you Papa Rest In Peace,” she concluded in her tribute to him.
In another post, Teresa asked fans to send support and prayers during this difficult time:
“At this trying time I’m graciously asking for any extra prayers, good vibes, love….please send my fathers way,” she wrote in the caption. “My father is struggling and my girls and I need him, we need his love, his presence & his strength.” Giudice ended off by adding the hashtag ‘#thepowerofprayers,’ as well as a red heart emoji and a prayer hands symbol.
As of right now, it is unclear what caused Gorga’s death, but a rep for Giudice did told Page Six on Friday that “he had been sick for a while. It’s so sad.”