What is Caroline Manzo’s Net Worth?

Caroline Manzo, an American reality TV star, businesswoman, and author, has a net worth of $12 million. She earned her fortune by supporting her husband’s business, The Brownstone, and starring on Bravo’s reality shows “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” and “Manzo’d with Children”.

Additionally, Manzo owns the real estate firm Opus Properties and has served on the board of her sister Dina’s foundation, Project Ladybug. In 2013, she published the book “Let Me Tell You Something.”

Early Life and Family

Caroline Manzo, born Caroline Laurita on August 23, 1961, was raised in a Catholic household in Brooklyn, New York. She grew up with her mother Nettie, father Joseph, and 10 siblings.

Caroline’s sister Dina appeared on “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” with her, along with her sister-in-law, Jacqueline. Dina was previously married to Thomas Manzo, the brother of Caroline’s husband, Albert Manzo, which made Caroline and Dina both sisters and sisters-in-law at one point.

Caroline Manzo’s TV Career

Caroline Manzo joined the cast of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” during its first season and appeared in 95 episodes between 2009 and 2013. She left the series to star in her own spin-off, “Manzo’d With Children,” which aired 30 episodes over three seasons. The show followed the daily life of Caroline, Albert, and their three adult children.

During her time on “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” Manzo guest-hosted a radio show where she provided relationship advice. She has also appeared on various TV shows, including “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,” “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” “The Nate Berkus Show,” “Live with Kelly and Ryan,” “Steve Harvey,” and “Iron Chef America: The Series.”

Manzo currently hosts the YouTube cooking show “Watch What’s Cooking” with her brother, Jaime Laurita. The Manzos own a real estate business centered around their event facility, The Brownstone.

Caroline Manzo’s Personal Life and Philanthropy

Caroline Manzo married Albert Manzo in 1984 and they have three children together. The Brownstone, a restaurant and event space in New Jersey, was inherited by Albert and his brother from their late father. The elder Manzo died under mysterious circumstances, according to a 2009 article in “The Daily Beast.” The Brownstone was also used as a filming location for “The Sopranos.”

Caroline has been involved in various charitable causes, including the Wounded Warriors Project and the Best Friends Animal Society.

In 2021, Caroline wrote a letter in support of her son Thomas, who was arrested for allegedly arranging attacks on his aunt Dina and her husband. Dina’s friend criticized Caroline’s actions on social media, but Dina defended her own response to the situation.

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