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Wedding bells are ringing in the Catania family! Dolores Catania, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, shared the heartwarming news on February 23, 2025, that her son, Frankie Catania Jr., had just gotten engaged to his girlfriend of several years, Nicole Perricho. The romantic proposal took place outside New York City’s iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Dolores was there to capture the unforgettable moment.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Dolores Catania shared a series of beautiful photos from inside the church, showcasing the newly-engaged couple. She expressed her overwhelming joy in the caption, saying, “Can’t find the words to depict how much joy we are all feeling since yesterday.” The joy was palpable, not just for Dolores but for the entire family, as they celebrated this significant step for Frankie and Nicole.
The proposal comes just months after Dolores Catania revealed that Frankie and Nicole had moved in together, further solidifying their commitment to each other. Dolores Catania had also shared in December 2024 with The Daily Dish that the relationship was becoming more serious. She fondly described Nicole’s family as “beautiful” and mentioned that Nicole and her daughter Gaby shared a close bond. It seems that this surprise proposal was just the beginning of a new chapter for the couple.
Dolores even gave her followers a sneak peek into the moments leading up to the proposal. She shared a playful video on Instagram, where she can be seen outside the church with a black scarf covering her face, captioned, “Me incognito waiting for the proposal.” The behind-the-scenes moment showed just how excited Dolores was for her son’s big moment.
While the proposal was a beautiful surprise, there are no official details yet about the couple’s wedding plans. However, the Catania family has another reason to celebrate this year. Dolores’s ex-husband, Frank Catania, is set to marry his partner, Brittany Mattessich, on March 29, 2025. The couple had to reschedule their wedding after the venue was damaged by a hurricane, but Frank shared in an interview with PEOPLE that the delay was a wise decision for everyone’s safety and peace of mind.
With two weddings on the horizon, 2025 is shaping up to be a year filled with love and celebration for the Catania family. While The Real Housewives of New Jersey is currently on a break, fans can catch up on past seasons on Peacock as they wait for the next chapter in the Catania family’s journey.