When “Jersey Shore” first aired on MTV in December 2009, it became an instant cultural phenomenon. The reality show followed eight housemates as they spent their summer together at the Jersey Shore, navigating friendships, romances, and plenty of drama. The show’s popularity led to six seasons, concluding in December 2012. But what has happened to the cast since then? Let’s catch up with the stars of “Jersey Shore” and see where they are now.
Cast Member | Current Endeavors | Personal Life |
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Snooki (Nicole Polizzi) | Podcast host, entrepreneur | Married with three children |
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino | Public speaker, reality TV star | Married with one child |
Jenni “JWoww” Farley | Entrepreneur, reality TV star | Divorced, engaged, two children |
Paul “Pauly D” DelVecchio | DJ, reality TV star | Single, one child |
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro | Entrepreneur, reality TV star | Single, one child |
Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola | Entrepreneur | Single |
Vinny Guadagnino | Actor, reality TV star | Single |
Deena Nicole Cortese | Reality TV star | Married with two children |
Angelina Pivarnick | Reality TV star, EMT | Married |
Perhaps one of the most recognizable faces from the show, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi has come a long way since her days at the shore. After the show ended, she continued her reality TV career with “Snooki & JWoww” and “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.” Outside of television, Snooki has become a successful entrepreneur with her clothing line, The Snooki Shop, and a podcast host of “It’s Happening with Snooki & Joey.” On the personal front, she married Jionni LaValle in 2014, and they have three children together.
Mike Sorrentino, known as “The Situation,” has had a transformative journey. After facing legal issues and a battle with addiction, Mike turned his life around. He now speaks publicly about recovery and addiction. He also returned to television with “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.” Mike married his college sweetheart, Lauren Pesce, in 2018, and they welcomed their first child in May 2021.
Jenni Farley, better known as “JWoww,” has also maintained a presence on television, starring in “Snooki & JWoww” and “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.” She launched her own skincare line, Naturally Woww, and has been an advocate for autism awareness since her son’s diagnosis. JWoww was married to Roger Mathews, with whom she has two children, but the couple divorced in 2019. She is currently engaged to Zack Clayton Carpinello.
Paul “Pauly D” DelVecchio parlayed his “Jersey Shore” fame into a successful DJ career, opening for Britney Spears on her “Femme Fatale” tour and holding residencies in Las Vegas. He also starred in his own spin-off, “The Pauly D Project,” and appeared on “Famously Single.” Pauly D has a daughter, Amabella Sophia Markert, born in 2013. He has kept his personal life relatively private compared to his castmates.
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro’s post-“Jersey Shore” life has been tumultuous, with several public relationships and personal struggles. He launched his own clothing line, Jersey Laundry, and returned to reality TV with “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.” Ronnie has a daughter, Ariana Sky Magro, with his ex-girlfriend Jen Harley. His personal life has been marked by legal issues and a stint in rehab for alcohol and depression.
Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola opted not to return for “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation” to avoid “potentially toxic situations.” Instead, she has focused on her business ventures, including a clothing and accessories line called Sweetheart Styles. Sammi was engaged to Christian Biscardi, but the couple reportedly split in 2021. She remains one of the more private former cast members.
Vinny Guadagnino has pursued acting, appearing in shows like “The Hard Times of RJ Berger” and “90210.” He also wrote a book about his experience with anxiety, “Control The Crazy.” Vinny has starred in “The Show with Vinny” and “Vinny & Ma Eat America” alongside his mother. He returned to reality TV with “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation” and “Double Shot at Love with DJ Pauly D & Vinny.” Vinny remains single and continues to entertain fans with his humor and wit.
Deena Nicole Cortese stepped into the “Jersey Shore” spotlight in the show’s third season. Post-show, she married Christopher Buckner in 2017, and they have two children, Christopher John and Cameron Theo. Deena has been a regular on “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation,” sharing her life as a mother and wife with viewers.
Angelina Pivarnick left “Jersey Shore” during its second season but made a return for “Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.” Outside of reality TV, Angelina became an EMT and continued to pursue a career in music. She married Chris Larangeira in 2019, although their marriage has faced challenges, some of which have played out on the show.
In conclusion, the cast of “Jersey Shore” has come a long way since their days of GTL (gym, tan, laundry). While some have faced personal challenges, others have found success in business and continued their reality TV careers. They’ve grown up, started families, and embarked on new ventures, but for fans, they’ll always be remembered for their time spent on the iconic Jersey Shore.
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