'Real Housewives Of New Jersey' Returning For 9th Season

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — "The Real Housewives Of New Jersey" will return for a ninth season.

Bravo confirmed Wednesday that season nine would return "at a later date."

Season eight saw a lot of changes on the reality show.

Jacqueline Laurita and Kathy Wakile did not return after season seven.

Siggy Flicker, of Tenafly, told Bravo that she would not return for a third season after season eight finished production. She joined the show in season seven.

"After much reflection and Bravo's support, I have decided that this will be my last season on The Real Housewives of New Jersey. I am grateful to the network for allowing me to be part of this successful franchise and wish only the best for Teresa, Melissa, Dolores, Danielle, and Margaret," Bravo TV reported Flicker as saying. "At this time, I want to focus on my beautiful family, my growing business and some exciting new projects."

Two other regulars joined the show this season: Dolores Catania and Margaret Josephs.

Catania is a licensed realtor and recently opened two Powerhouse Fitness Centers, according to her biography on Bravo.com.

Josephs is a Tenafly native and works as a dress designer in New York City's Garment District. She created her own line of home accessories and, a "lifestyle expert," her biography states.

Former housewife Danielle Staub returned as a "friend" on the show. Recurring cast member Kim "Kim D" DePaola returned in a recurring role. She joined the show during season five.

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Photo: 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' stars Teresa Giudice and Melissa Gorga. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)