Joe Giudice has paid tribute to his estranged wife Teresa's father, Giacinto Gorga, who has died at the age of 76. The Real Housewives of New Jersey star posted a series of photos and videos on social media, expressing his gratitude for Giacinto's legacy.
'Thank you for setting an example for us and my girls - you're an exemplary example,' wrote Joe alongside photos of his four daughters with their grandfather. He also shared a photo of himself with Giacinto and friends, writing: 'I will never forget the times we spent together he was a true companion loved that man. Over 30 years together everyday! We got history.'
Joe, currently on lockdown in Italy, reminisced about a recent trip to Giacinto's hometown of Sala Consilina, posting a video of him reuniting with relatives. He wrote: '1st night in Sala Consilina my father-in-law home town 30 years since he has been here glad I had the chance to bring him everywhere he wanted to visit Rest In Peace.'
Teresa broke the news of her father's death on Instagram, describing him as 'my father, my protector, my hero'. She said: 'You are the absolute strongest man I know & I know you missed mommy so much but you stayed for us.' Her brother Joe Gorga also paid tribute, saying: 'The world lost an amazing man human being today.'
