Top 10 Craziest Jersey Shore Family Vacation Moments
#10: Angelina’s Return
“Umm, Hello”
When “Jersey Shore” first premiered, we were introduced to a cast of 8. But it quickly became 7 when Angelina made enemies and exited the house. The unapologetic Staten Island native returned in season 2, only to leave once again after multiple fights and a physical altercation with Snooki. But self-proclaimed “prank war champion” Pauly D stunned his roomies by bringing the contentious former castmate back on the revival series. Considering she was often referred to as the unlikable “dirty little hamster”, Angelina wasn’t exactly welcomed back with open arms. Her resurfacing reignited old tensions, and certainly set the stage for a new rollercoaster show full of memorable drama.
#9: Mike’s Sentencing
“The United States vs. The Situation (Part 2)”
Mike’s legal woes have understandably been a focal point of the series. Pleading guilty to tax fraud, The Situation, along with his squad, worried about his future. When judgment day came for the reality star, his roommates greeted him in front of the courthouse to show their support. They then gathered in a bar to watch live TV updates on the judge’s decision. Anxiously listening to the broadcast, the cast learned that Mike’s fate had been decided when news broke that he would be spending time in prison. The Jersey family was left in states of utter disbelief and heartbreak after the shocking ordeal.
#8: The Sammi Doll
“What’s in the Bag?”
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Before the new series premiered, Sammi’s casting status was a hot topic. She endured a lot on the original show, routinely having intense showdowns with her on-again-off-again boyfriend Ronnie. Ultimately, she didn’t return. To nobody’s surprise, some roommates used her absence as an opportunity to crack jokes. For one of his creepiest pranks yet, Pauly D arrived with what seemed like a body bag. Inside was a doll resembling Sammi that even spoke her well-known phrases. Disgusted by the lifesize figure, Deena and Snooki wound up beating the doll and chucking it in the pool later on. We don’t know whether to laugh, cringe, or feel bad about the wild display.
#7: Ronnie vs. Mike
“The Final Supper”
Fans of “Jersey Shore” are well aware of the tension that persisted between Ronnie and Mike. How could we ever forget when the two acted on pent-up rage in their explosive Italy brawl? But even years later, their combative history didn’t seem to be fully resolved. At a family dinner, Mike’s pending legal issues and Ronnie’s concerning partying behaviors served as the subject matters for a heated exchange. Mike told Ronnie he should go to rehab, and Ronnie claimed that The Situation isn't one to talk, considering his substance abuse history and issues with the law. We nervously watched alongside the rest of the roomies as the pair’s hot-headed rivalry reared its ugly head.
#6: Potty Talk
“Angelina Leaves Her Mark!”
Having earned nicknames like “dirty little hamster” and “the Staten Island dump”, Angelina has shown she can be pretty gross at times. Viewers might’ve thought the roommate would’ve matured upon making her return to the series, but an outrageous cab ride suggested otherwise. While heading home after a night of partying with the other girls, Angelina revealed that she had suddenly sharted. We were just as appalled as Deena, Snooki, and Jenni, who were left speechless and repulsed by the smelly declaration. Even crazier was Angelina incessantly talking about her accident to the boys once they arrived home! Hey, love her or hate her, there’s simply no shame in her game.
#5: Uncle Nino’s Antics
Various
Since his “Jersey Shore” debut, Uncle Nino has been a hysterical fixture who’s arguably crazier than his younger counterparts. He was down for a hot tub session with the Jersey girls back in the day, and he’s pretty much still open to anything now, no matter how ridiculous. His most memorable appearance in the sequel series saw him help Pauly D pull a prank on Vinny. He graced the Chippendales stage in a speedo to show up his nephew. He has also confusingly been deemed a person qualified to lead holy sacraments. He officiated Angelina’s redo wedding and even baptized Mike. If one thing’s for sure, it's that Uncle Nino never fails to deliver the laughs and the crazy.
#4: Handsy in Vegas
“Millennials”
Following her divorce filing, JWoww introduced her new, younger boyfriend Zack, who was fittingly dubbed “24” by her castmates. While partying at a Sin City nightclub, the couple was drunk in love, but Jenni consumed too much and wasn’t aware of her surroundings. In a wild turn of events, 24’s hands made their way over to Angelina’s behind, leaving bystanders and viewers stunned by the touchy display. Later days saw heated discussions of the handsy moment. But Zack’s account of what happened didn’t quite match up with Angelina and key witness Vinny’s recollection. Cue drama of epic proportions as a contentious, dragged-out game of he said, she said played out in the third season.
#3: Baby Mama Drama
“The Truth About Ronnie”
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Thanks to frequent updates from TMZ and social media, the Jersey family was often made aware of Ronnie and his then-girlfriend Jen’s unstable relationship. The toxicity of the couple’s dynamic had the new father’s castmates concerned for his well-being, and for good reason. A firsthand look at the pair’s unsettling behaviors was shown when Jen arrived at the group’s Vegas suite. Ready for battle, she was enraged because of mean texts Ronnie had sent her the day before, which stemmed from discord regarding their daughter. After yelling and cruelly insulting him, Jen spit in his face. The explosion was so intense that security had to step in and de-escalate the shocking madness.
#2: Sunday Dinner Disaster
“4 Fists. 2 Bottles. 1 Shore House.”
Angelina has had rocky relationships with the other girls from the beginning, especially JWoww. In a moment that reminded us of their fierce past rivalry, the two faced off at Sunday dinner. Proving that what happens in Vegas doesn’t stay in Vegas, Jenni and Angelina argued due to 24’s aforementioned handsy moment. The exchange escalated as jokes turned into insults, talk turned into yelling, and screams turned into the two standing up. They even grabbed wine to throw at each other, but the bottles were luckily taken away. The disastrous dinner was undoubtedly among the cast’s most explosive mealtime throwdowns, and it set off a feud that would rage on for more episodes to come.
Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.
French Fry, “Ron Ron Juice”
A French Blonde, Hot Tub, & Alcohol Was a Tempting Mix for Ronnie
Baring It All, “Strippendales”
For His Big Show, Vinny Stripped & Brought JWoww on Stage, Making His Mama Proud
Gender Reveal Mishap, “Medic!”
Angelina Nearly Blinded Her Husband When She Popped a Smoke Cannon in His Face
Pauly D Settles Down, “Taken Pauly”
The Notoriously Single DJ Finally Got Serious with a Girlfriend
A New Prank War Champion?, “Deena’s Revenge”
Deena Got Her Castmates Good by Orchestrating a Fake Crime
#1: The Wedding Speech
“The Speech (Part 1)” & “The Speech (Part 2)”
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Nothing was more jaw-dropping than Angelina’s wedding reception, where a speech proved to be a piece of writing about as drama-inducing as the legendary anonymous note. While delivering their bridesmaids speech, Snooki, Deena, and Jenni made jokes that were poorly received by the groom and guests, many of whom harshly booed the women. Naturally, absolute chaos ensued. Angelina went on a rampage, refused to accept Deena’s apology, and Snooki got so stressed by it all that she quit the show right then and there. The rowdy cast regularly provides viewers with a sufficient dose of craziness, but the level of insanity here is certainly hard to top.
