Dolores Catania

Dolores Catania is a reality television personality best known for her role on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Born and raised in Paterson, New Jersey, Catania grew up in a traditional Italian-American household. Before joining the cast of RHONJ as a full-time member in Season 7 in 2016, she had a long history in the Garden State, having previously worked in law enforcement and later transitioning into real estate and fitness ventures.

Catania’s career in real estate has been a significant contributor to her net worth. She has been involved in house flipping and property renovation projects throughout New Jersey, often documented on the show. Her business acumen extends to the fitness industry, where she co-owns a gym and has promoted health and wellness initiatives. Her entrepreneurial spirit has helped her build wealth beyond her television salary.

On The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Dolores has become a fan favorite for her no-nonsense personality and loyalty to her close-knit group of friends, particularly her decades-long friendship with co-star Teresa Giudice. Her personal life, including her close but unconventional relationship with ex-husband Frank Catania and her subsequent relationships, has been a major storyline on the show. The couple shares two children together and have maintained a strong co-parenting relationship.

Beyond television, Catania is active in philanthropy and community work in New Jersey. She has supported various charitable organizations and has used her platform to raise awareness about domestic violence. Her steady presence on RHONJ over multiple seasons, combined with her real estate investments and business ventures, has helped her build a net worth estimated at $4 million as of 2026.