Dolores Catania, a star from “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” shared an update on her boyfriend Paulie Connell’s ongoing divorce, indicating it is nearing completion and expressing her views on marriage and happiness. Despite societal pressures, Catania is not rushing into marriage again, focusing instead on the peace and companionship she shares with Connell, while also maintaining an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, Frank Catania, and his fiancée.
Dolores Catania from “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” shared that her boyfriend Paulie Connell’s divorce is nearing completion and emphasized her contentment with their relationship as it stands, without rushing into marriage.
Oh, the drama and the love! *The Real Housewives of New Jersey* star, Dolores Catania, spilled the beans to *Us*. She’s got the scoop on her beau, Paulie Connell’s, divorce saga. It’s “very close” to being done, she says. And boy, does she seem relieved about it.
Talking about Season 14 of *RHONJ*, she mentioned it’s been a journey. But she’s not one to push Paulie into hurrying things up. Unless, of course, she was itching to get hitched again. Which, frankly, she’s not. A divorce first, then let’s see what happens. No pressure for a ring or anything.
Back in December 2021, the news broke. Dolores, previously hitched to Frank Catania, had jumped back into the dating pool with Paulie. Things are peachy, but she’s in no rush to walk down the aisle again. Been there, done that.
A Jersey girl in love, indeed. But Dolores was cautious about showcasing her romance on the Bravo series. “Absolutely not,” she said about putting Paulie on the show. But, you know, contracts and all that jazz.
“Why does it always have to be about marriage or engagement?” Dolores pondered to *Us*. Can’t people just live their lives, enjoy trips, and plan fun stuff without the marriage talk? She’s all about happiness and peace. And guess what? She’s found that with Paulie.
Sure, the constant questions about “what’s next” for her and Paulie can be a tad annoying. But Dolores? She’s unbothered. She’s seen it all, lived it all. Now, she’s all about peace, companionship, and enjoying whatever comes their way. No pushing for anything more.
Her *RHONJ* costars, ever curious, often probe about Paulie’s intentions. Will he propose? When’s the wedding? Dolores gets it, though. They’re just looking out for her, wanting her to be as happy as they are. But she’s content, really. She even tries convincing her mom to join her on trips, showing her there’s more to life than sticking to what you know.
Dolores and Paulie have found a sweet spot with her ex, Frank, and his fiancée, Brittany Mattessich. It’s all about harmony now, post-divorce. She advises everyone to let go of petty fights. Remember the good times, the trips, the holidays. That’s what matters in the end.
And guess what? This whole dynamic, Dolores’ relationships with both Paulie and Frank, it’s all going to be on display in Season 14 of *RHONJ*. Tune in, folks. It’s going to be a ride.
*With a little help from Christina Garibaldi on the reporting front.*
