Real Housewives of New Jersey stars Teresa Giudice and Joe Gorga have been left devastated after their dad Giacinto Gorga died, which they both confirmed on Instagram today.
Teresa has been asking her followers for prayers for her dad in recent days after he became unwell, however today she announced that he had sadly passed away.
In a tribute, she wrote: “My father, my protector, my hero, God took you early this morning to be with mommy, I saw you peacefully pass and I know you kept fighting for my daughters and I.
“I have so many amazing thoughts of you, every day seeing you in the kitchen at my home, teaching my girls to cook, my partner in crime on shopping trips, your love of the shore and my travel buddy.
Teresa Giudice shared a touching tribute to her father after he died (Image: teresagiudice)
“You always wanted everyone to have a good time, eat great food, have a stiff drink and enjoy life.
“You are the absolute strongest man I know and I know you missed mommy so much but you stayed for us.”
She added: “Thank you for being the best husband, father & Nonno.
“Your devotion to mommy was one for the record books, you were the true example and a gentleman and devoted husband.
Teresa has recently been asking for prayers for her dad after he became ill (Image: teresagiudice)
“You visited mommy every single day and would go twice for the days you missed while traveling or if you were too sick to go, my silver lining is knowing you’ll be together now.
“Thank you for showing us all what true love is. Love you Papa rest in peace.”
Meanwhile, Teresa’s brother Joe shared his own tribute on social media.
He wrote: “I can’t believe he is gone. The world lost an amazing man human being today.
“He was exactly what a true father and husband should be.
Joe Gorga shared a tribute post to his father too (Image: joeygorga)
“I will miss you more than you know, but go find your wife because I know that’s all you want and all you’ve ever talked about for the past three years.
“You will be missed every single day. You had energy that lit up a room and everyone fell in love with you.
“You were truly one of a kind. I’m so happy you’re in no more pain. Rest in peace finally.”
Teresa and Joe’s dad’s health struggles have been documented on the past few seasons of The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
Their mother Antonia Gorga died in March 2017.
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Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
