Teresa Giudice Says She Is 'Helpless' Amid Daughter Milania's Grief

Feeling powerless to ease her daughter’s sorrow, Teresa Giudice has spoken candidly about the emotional toll of losing Milania’s closest companion. The reality television figure described the situation as devastating, noting that she struggles to find words for Milania, who is currently navigating profound grief.

The loss of Victoria Zardoya

Milania’s childhood best friend, Victoria Zardoya, passed away in July 2026 following an accident at Fort Dade in Florida. The two had been inseparable since age four, having met in an art class during their early years. For Teresa, the tragedy felt personal; she stated that because Victoria was frequently present in her home, the death resembled losing another daughter.

In an interview published on Wednesday, October 21, Teresa appeared on The Real Housewives of New Jersey to discuss these family matters alongside her career. Speaking to Us Weekly, she admitted, “I can’t even — I don’t even know what to say to her because she’s grieving.” She added, “I can’t even believe she’s not here anymore,” underscoring the shock and depth of the family’s mourning process.

Milania’s recent public challenges

This period of grief follows other high-profile difficulties for Milania. In September, she became the center of attention after an incident at an airport where she briefly separated from her family. Reports and viral video footage from the time indicated that Teresa, along with Gia Giudice and a counselor, conducted a search before locating Milania.

After that event, Milania used Instagram to address her mother directly, offering an apology. These recent disclosures provide further context regarding the complex emotional landscape Milania has been traversing, highlighting both the immediate impact of her friend’s death and the ongoing scrutiny surrounding her well-being.