Relationship knowledgeable Siggy Flicker appeared on two seasons of 'RHONJ' earlier than departing from the series for good. Why did she really leave the display?
When The Real Housewives of New Jersey returned for Season 7 in 2016 after a two-year hiatus (which was once due to Teresa Giudice's stint in a federal prison), there have been two new full-time stars in the forged: Dolores Catania and Siggy Flicker.
Siggy, a dating skilled and matchmaker, become a snappy fan favourite when she made her debut with full face bandages following a facelift.
Her tight-knit friendship with Dolores was one for the ages as well, and she or he wasn't afraid to battle it out with Teresa.
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Unsurprisingly, Siggy returned to the display in Season 8, but things quickly took a flip. Viewers have been frustrated via her reaction to Teresa smashing a cake, and for her inability to let cross of Margaret Josephs calling her "Soggy Flicker."
Before Season 8 formally concluded, Siggy introduced that she used to be leaving the display. Keep studying for the refresher on what happened.
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Following a season of ups and downs, which particularly included a long feud with Margaret, Siggy announced her departure from RHONJ in December of 2017.
The mom of two shared a observation to The Daily Dish about her resolution.
"After much reflection and Bravo's support, I have decided that this will be my last season on The Real Housewives of New Jersey," Siggy shared. "I am grateful to the network for allowing me to be part of this successful franchise and wish only the best for Teresa [Giudice], Melissa [Gorga], Dolores [Catania], Danielle [Staub] and Margaret [Josephs]."
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She shared that she was taking a look to spend more time together with her circle of relatives and to commit extra consideration to her business.
"At this time, I want to focus on my beautiful family, my growing business and some exciting new projects," she concluded.
While she implied that she was the one that chose to leave the truth series, there are some indications that that wasn't the case.
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Oftentimes, when housewives leave their respective franchise, they unencumber a statement about the way it was their resolution to transport on. In 2020, RHONY alum Bethenny Frankel advised Us Weekly that "99 percent of the people that leave the Housewives have been fired."
A supply informed Page Six that Bravo had not been planning on proceeding the show with Siggy.
"Bravo wasn't asking her back. No one wanted to work with her anymore. She was spiraling completely out of control, so she wasn't going to be asked back. This was a very cordial way of mutually desisting her off the show," the insider stated. "It's the best thing all around."
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However, Siggy told the outlet that she had made the decision because she wasn't able to "bring light and positivity" anymore.
"I felt like Dolores and I had an opportunity, but I had too many obstacles coming against me," Siggy explained. "At the end of the day when you have a relationship and when it isn't working, you have to get out."
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An inside of source instructed Page Six that Siggy did not fit in absolutely with the opposite women.
"It's a tough show with tough people," the source mentioned. "Siggy was definitely out of her element... These girls are hardcore."
According to the insider, Siggy left in large part as a result of of the "bullying" she faced all through Season 8.
"They're crazy. They bully," the source added. "When someone's reputation and livelihood and family are on the line, they should be able to get out."
In the years since Siggy signed off from RHONJ, she has been dividing her time between New Jersey and Florida with her husband, Michael Campanella. Her children, Josh and Sophie Flicker, are actually adults.
Siggy is moderately lively on her Instagram feed, and she is a passionate supporter of Donald Trump. She continuously contributes to programs on Fox News, and on Newsmax TV.
The Real Housewives of New Jersey airs on Tuesdays s at Eight p.m. ET on Bravo.
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