Jersey Shore: Family Vacation resumed Season 7, but Ronnie Ortiz-Magro was missing. Fans were eager to see Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, Jenni “JWoww” Farley, Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola, Vinny Guadagnino, Angelina Pivarnick, Pauly D, and Deena Cortese. However, Ronnie was not in the September 19 episode.
Many viewers are puzzled. They wonder why Ronnie was missing from the opening credits and the episode, especially since he appeared earlier this season.
The latest episode mainly focused on Sammi’s IVF journey, her engagement to Justin May, and drama with cast members Mike and Angelina. However, Ronnie’s storyline was notably absent.
Fans React to Ronnie’s Disappearance
Fans quickly took to social media to express their frustration about Ronnie’s absence. One Instagram user commented, “Where is Ronnie I’m gonna have a heart attack if I don’t see Ronnie lol,” while another expressed disappointment, writing, “Dammit Angelina is still on the show and Ronnie isn’t.”
The show’s return to Ronnie’s hometown of Los Angeles made his absence even more confusing for fans. Many viewers felt the buildup for his return was for nothing, with one fan saying, “We get y’all pamper Sam but they can be adults and film together. what was all the buildup for?!”
I just want the roommates to have fun and give us life updates this season. Please no Angelina vs Everybody , No Ronnie vs. Everybody Like It’s season 7 #JSFamilyVacation pic.twitter.com/txMfPyLuFC
— Mo Comments (@MoeComments) September 20, 2024
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro has had a rocky history on the show, stepping away for several years due to personal issues. In the past, Ronnie faced domestic violence charges. He took time off to focus on his mental health, which he has discussed in earlier episodes.
After a brief return as a guest in recent seasons, fans were eager to see him face-to-face with his ex, Sammi, from the original Jersey Shore. While the interaction was awkward, Sammi had previously said she had no problem being in the same episodes as Ronnie.
Will Ronnie Ortiz-Magro Appear Later in the Season?
Despite his absence in the most recent episode, there is some good news for Jersey Shore fans. Ronnie has been featured in trailers for the second half of Season 7, which aired in August. It appears that he will make appearances in future episodes, though the timing remains uncertain.
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro was last seen in the first half of the season during a cast trip to Tucson. He had a tense encounter with Sammi and her now-fiancé, Justin May.
Though civil, the interaction between Ronnie and Justin made Sammi uneasy. She confessed in a confessional that she didn’t want her ex and current partner to befriend each other. Fans were eager to see how this dynamic would play out in future episodes, but Ronnie has yet to reappear.
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino Weighs In on Ronnie’s Return
Though Ronnie had little screen time, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino praised his longtime friend. “It’s always good to see Ron,” Mike told In Touch while discussing the latest season. “It’s definitely been an adjustment period over the past year or two that we’re seeing a lot more of him.”
Mike emphasized that Ronnie has been slowly reintegrating with the cast, adding, “It’s always good to see him when he pops up.”
Fans who have followed Jersey Shore since its early days will recall that Ronnie was a key member of the original cast. His tumultuous relationship with Sammi “Sweetheart” was a major plotline during the show’s initial run from 2009 to 2012.
Lauren naming all the ways that Mike has "been there" for Angelina while conveniently leaving out the fact that he consistently uses those instances to gain information and expose it to the group in order to push Angelina further and further into mess#JSFamilyVacation pic.twitter.com/LhdEpKDxtm
— Erin Savage (@ErinSavage3722) September 20, 2024
Ronnie and Sammi’s Tense History
Ronnie’s return to Family Vacation marked his first time filming with Sammi in years. The two dated from 2009 to 2014, and their breakup was well-documented on the show.
Sammi chose not to return for earlier seasons of Family Vacation, but made her grand return in 2023. With Sammi rejoining the cast, fans were eager to see how she and Ronnie would interact after so many years apart.
Sammi & Ronnie are back under one roof! #JSFamilyVacation returns Feb 8th at 8/7c on @MTV! 👀🔥 pic.twitter.com/m9V5fWAoeC
— jay (@JaysRealityBlog) January 4, 2024
During a cast trip to Arizona in late 2023, Ronnie and Justin May, Sammi’s fiancé, had a brief but respectful interaction, shaking hands when they met.
Justin made a good impression. But, Sammi felt uneasy watching it. She said, “Nobody wants their ex and their boyfriend shaking hands.”” Despite the awkwardness, Sammi expressed relief that the moment didn’t escalate.
