RHONJ’s Joe Giudice Shares Disgusting Post About Michelle Obama, Faces Backlash and Claims of Racism
Joe Giudice’s Instagram Post Sparks Racism Accusations
Updated June 20, 2025
Joe Giudice, 53, former “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast member and ex-husband of Teresa Giudice, 53, is facing criticism after sharing a meme on instagram that targeted Michelle Obama, 61. The post, made June 18, the day before Juneteenth, ignited accusations of racism and transphobia.
the meme, originally shared by Real Based Bias, depicted a conversation between former President Barack Obama, 63, and Melania Trump, 55.Obama asks, ”How could you have married that man?” to which Trump replies, “I was going to ask you the same question!”
The post quickly circulated on social media, drawing strong reactions. A Reddit user shared the image on the Bravo housewives thread, labeling it a “racist post about Michelle Obama.”
Commenters on Reddit accused Giudice of bigotry and transphobia.One user wrote, “There is no way someone like Guidice wouldn’t be racist, especially against Black women.” Another added that Giudice was going for a “double combo racism with transphobia on top.”
Some users referenced Giudice’s past use of a homophobic slur during season three of “RHONJ,” suggesting a pattern of offensive behavior. Others argued the post was both racist and transphobic, with one user explaining, “Transphobia and racism are linked in that Black women are often stereotyped as being more ‘masculine’ than ‘delicate’ white women.”
What’s next
the controversy surrounding Giudice’s post is highly likely to continue, possibly impacting his public image and future opportunities.