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Lexi Manzo, daughter of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” alum Dina Manzo, has spoken out about the family drama surrounding her stepfather’s legal troubles. In a Instagram post, Lexi expressed her disappointment in her aunt Caroline Manzo’s decision to support Tommy Manzo, who was recently sentenced for orchestrating an attack on Dina and her current husband.
The 27-year-old didn’t hold back, calling Caroline’s actions a “staggering betrayal” that left her feeling “devastated.” She highlighted the stark contrast between her aunt’s public persona as a family-oriented individual and her recent behavior, which Lexi sees as abandoning those very values.
Everyone needs to go read Lexi's open letter posted on her Instagram story @ bohochicken This is absolutely horrifying & heartbreaking for Dina, Lexi and Dina's husband. How could Caroline Manzo + family turn on her own sister for this man? #RHONJ #DinaCantin #CarolineManzo pic.twitter.com/zuNpkmWtwH
— bijoux1234 (@bijoux1234t) October 24, 2024
Lexi’s post delved into the emotional toll this situation has taken on her and her mother. She described the ordeal as a “complex tapestry of emotions and betrayals,” emphasizing the deep-seated hurt caused by family members choosing to stand by Tommy despite his actions.
‘RHONJ’ alum Dina Manzo’s daughter Lexi accuses aunt Caroline of ‘staggering betrayal’ after stepfather’s sentencing https://t.co/O68ZXYja2e pic.twitter.com/zFn4NkNnh7
— Page Six (@PageSix) October 25, 2024
The young woman didn’t shy away from addressing the severity of Tommy’s crimes, which included hiring someone to assault Dina and her current husband, Dave Cantin, in 2015. Lexi expressed her disbelief that anyone could support someone capable of such violence against family members.
In a particularly poignant moment, Lexi shared her struggle to reconcile her childhood memories of her aunt with Caroline’s current stance. She recalled feeling protected and loved by Caroline, making the present situation all the more painful and confusing.
Lexi’s post also touched on the broader impact of this family rift, suggesting that the betrayal extends beyond just her mother to affect other family members as well. She hinted at a larger story yet to be told, leaving followers wondering about the full extent of the family’s turmoil.
Despite the heavy emotional content, Lexi’s message wasn’t entirely without hope. She expressed gratitude for the supportive messages she and her mother have received, acknowledging the strength they’ve drawn from their loyal friends and fans.
As this family drama continues to unfold in the public eye, it’s clear that the repercussions of Tommy’s actions and Caroline’s support have created deep wounds that may take a long time to heal, if ever. Lexi’s honest and raw post offers a glimpse into the personal toll such public family conflicts can take on those involved.