Reps for broke “Real Housewife” Teresa Giudice are said to have demanded $3,000 for her to appear at a charity event for abused women. A manager for Giudice, who recently filed for bankruptcy, said she would only appear at the July 19 New Jersey fund-raiser for Strengthen Our Sisters if she was paid.
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Organizer Athena Georgiadis told us, “Mike Esterman, who books her appearances, said . . . she would not show up unless she got paid. I explained this was for a shelter for women and children. He said it doesn’t matter…Danielle Staub, her daughters, and Lori Michaels came for free.” Jacquelyn Aluotto, a filmmaker who helped plan the event, added, “At first I felt angry, but now I feel sorry for people like Teresa.” Esterman said, “I made it clear I only handle her paid appearances, and the fee is $3,000 and a car service. I said charity events have to be agreed by Teresa personally, and they should reach out to her directly.”