Joe and Teresa Giudice First Interview On Bravo! [VIDEO] FInd Out What Bravolebrities Revealed About Sentencing To Andy Cohen
Andy Cohen interviewed Teresa and Joe Giudice on WWHL last night to discuss their sentencing on Bravo for the first time since receieving their glum futures in court. When asked why Teresa accepted the plea deal, Teresa admitted that she was confused. She said "I didn't fully understand it. I thought my lawyer was going to fight for me. I mean, that's what lawyers do. I don't know. That's why you hire an attorney. You put it in their hands. I mean, whatever they wanted from me-believe me-I followed their direction. Whatever they wanted, I gave them. I'm not trying to hide anything."
The outcome in the Newark courtroom was worse than expected and sources say Terea 'isn't doing so well' since the tearful day on Thursday that came at her like a ton of bricks. Teresa admited on WWHL that during the sentencing she went completely numb. She said, 'I couldn't even feel my fingers. They got stuck together.' But she realizes now that she might want to look at the documents she so carelessly signed in the past. Teresa will now be more aware of the law and how she deals with contracts. But too little, too late.
Joe Giudice recieved 41 months in in federal prison by U.S. District Court Judge Esther Salas, whom was disgusted with the couple and horrified at the lack of financial information the couple gave to the court. And Teresa Giudice recieved 15 months in prison, way more than anticipated. Teresa begged the courts for just probabtion or house arrest due to her four little girls at home, but the judge ignored Terea's requests after flaunting her money around for years on RHONJ. Teresa was seen carrying around a $2,500 purse just last week on Bravo and has been seen throwing lavish parties despite her lawyer's advice and that didn't help her sentencing.
The judge was clearly trying to make an example of of the reality couple. Teresa and Joe are not above the law, despite what they once thought. On WWHL we hope Teresa will discuss her fears about prison. Can you just picture Teresa in an orange jumpsuit, a bandana completely covering her miniature forehead!? Can't wait for Teresa to meet her fate behind bars! Her term begins on January 5th. Joe will stay with the children until Teresa gets released and then starts his term. Also for Joe, who is an Italian citizen, he may be deported after his long prison term, causing the family even more turmoil. It may be years before the entire family can spend a day under the same roof.
Before Joe Giudice was sentenced, the Real Housewives of New Jersey husband read an inense letter to judge Salas admitting his shame. Joe said, "I stand here humiliated before the court and my family and society," he said. "I disgraced many people, including my wife and four daughters. I take full responsibility for my actions. I promise to be a better person."
Teresa begged the court for no jail time because of her children, but Tre got the book thrown at her.
The RHONJ couple pleaded guilty to multiple counts of fraud, stealing over $4 million from hard working taxpayers.
The judge was furious with Joe and Teresa. She said there was "inconsistencies and omissions" in the financial disclosure forms filed by the couple and the inconsistencies make it "hard for her me be lenient. They had an obligation to be transparent and candid and open with the court and I don't think I got that," Judge Salas said. "I want to understand the disconnect," she scolded.
The judge said that the duo must pay $414,588.90 in restitution fees, with Joe Giudice facing $7,500 to $75,000 in fines, and Teresa looking at fines of $5,000 to $50,000. Doesn't it feel like Christmas morning? Sometimes judgment is served.
What do you think about the sentencing?
