Birthday Bash Drama

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The morning after the party, Jenn Fessler explains her comment to Teresa about not using her receipts during the reunion. Meanwhile, at Melissa's shore house, Joe and Margaret discuss Joe's upcoming birthday party. Margaret shares her discomfort about leaving Jen Aydin’s house to attend Melissa's party since Jen and Melissa are not on speaking terms. Louie and Teresa help Gabby prepare for college, while Jen Aydin feels betrayed as the rumors involving her originated from Margaret. Joe Gorga calls Bill Aydin to invite him to the party, but Bill suggests that Jen and Melissa should resolve their issues first, making Jen feel supported by her husband.

Teresa and her daughters, along with Louie, have an emotional farewell dinner for Gabby, who is leaving for college to major in economics. Teresa mentions that Louie is helping pay for Gabby’s education since Joe Giudice is not contributing. At Joe Gorga's birthday party, John Fuda gifts Joe a blow-up doll, which embarrasses Melissa. Margaret informs Rachel about Joe's invitation to Bill and his subsequent decline, suggesting that Jen and Melissa need to talk. Rachel feels betrayed by Jenn Fessler, leading to a heartfelt conversation where Rachel expresses her hurt, and Jenn responds bluntly about their friendship.

As the celebration continues, Frank tells Dolores and Pauly about his plans to propose to Brittany during a trip to Costa Rica, which delights Dolores. At the party, ass shots from the blow-up doll ensue, and Joe Gorga expresses his longing for Frank's presence. Margaret and Rachel seek details about Teresa's conversation regarding a plan to undermine Louie. Jackie defends Jenn Fessler, and Rachel tearfully confronts Jenn about their friendship, leading to a tense exchange where Jenn tells Rachel to find another friend if she feels unsupported.