Move over, reality TV drama—Real Housewives of New Jersey star Dolores Catania’s family is celebrating a real-life fairytale moment! Her son, Frankie Catania, 25, just dropped to one knee and proposed to longtime girlfriend Nicole Perricho in the heart of New York City’s iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral. And trust us, the details are too magical to miss.
The couple, who’ve been dating for over three years, shared the breathtaking engagement photos on social media, sending fans into a frenzy. Frankie, known for his appearances on RHONJ, chose the historic cathedral’s grand staircase as the backdrop for the big question—complete with a dazzling diamond ring and Nicole’s tears of joy. “Forever starts now,” Frankie captioned the post, while Nicole gushed, “I get to marry my best friend.”
But wait—it gets better! Sources reveal the proposal was months in the making. Frankie reportedly coordinated with the cathedral’s staff to keep the surprise under wraps, even arranging for a photographer to hide and capture every emotional second. Dolores, who famously keeps it real on Bravo, couldn’t hold back her excitement either. “My baby boy did THAT!” she commented on Instagram, adding heart-eye emojis and a shoutout to her future daughter-in-law.
Fans are already speculating whether the wedding will be filmed for RHONJ, especially since Dolores’s fiery family dynamics and tight bond with Frankie have been a show staple. Nicole, a nurse, has also won over viewers with her down-to-earth charm during past seasons.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a landmark synonymous with dream weddings, seems like the perfect start for the couple’s next chapter. And with Frankie’s flair for drama (thanks, Mom!), we’re betting this is just the beginning of their headline-worthy love story.