After more than a decade on the show, MTV’s Jersey Shore cast members who joined the series as youngsters have grown into perennial reality TV stars.
Summary
- Jersey Shore: Family Vacation is back with new surprises and the return of some famous cast members, including Sammi " Sammi Sweetheart" Giancola and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro.
- The ages and zodiac signs of the cast members provide context and background as the new episodes begin, with Pauly D being the oldest original member at 43 years old (Cancer).
- The cast members have all grown and had significant life experiences since the original Jersey Shore series, including marriages, children, divorces, and personal growth.
Although most Jersey Shore cast members joined the show in their 20s, they have all matured over the years. MTV's favorite reality TV series, Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, is back on TV screens. A revival of the iconic show Jersey Shore, JS: FV has enjoyed a successful ride on TV since it premiered in 2018. Although the show was originally not scheduled to be a long-term series, the cast members' popularity grew its viewership, and it has become one of MTV's longest-running shows.
New episodes of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation have a lot of surprises in store for fans, especially the return of some famous cast members. Sammi "Sammi Sweetheart" Giancola is again gracing Jersey Shore screens. Also, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro has returned after his recent run-ins with the law. The duo joined the rest of their friends when the show returned. That said, a recap of the 19 historical cast members' ages and Jersey Shore cast zodiac signs helps give context and background amid the start of the new episodes.
Paul "DJ Pauly D" DelVecchio- 43 years old (Cancer)
Pauly D has been one of the most present figures on MTV's Jersey Shore since it premiered in 2009. The Rhode Island native joined the series as a 29-year-old aspiring DJ. However, he has grown into a talented and well-known DJ with a residency in Las Vegas. He also welcomed his first child, Amabella Sophia Markert, in June 2013. Pauly D's age is 43, as he was born on July 5, 1980. His zodiac sign is Cancer. When looking at the age of the Jersey Shore cast, Pauly D is the most senior original member.
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino- 41 years old (Cancer)
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino is one of Jersey Shore's most contentious stars. Introducing himself as "The Situation," Mike lived up to the nickname by getting into different feuds with the cast. He also spent a brief period in rehab and then jail for tax evasion. However, Mike has grown and left his troubled life behind. He is now father to two kids, which he welcomed with his wife, Lauren. Mike was born on July 4, 1982, making him 41. His zodiac sign is Cancer.
Jenni "JWoww" Farley- 37 years old (Pisces)
Jenni joined the Jersey Shore cast as a beautiful 23-year-old graphic design business owner. Although she explained her nickname originated from guys commenting "wow" whenever she walked by, Jenni quickly became a fan favorite due to her lovely personality. After meeting Roger Mathews in season 3, the pair welcomed daughter Meilani in 2014, married in 2015, and welcomed son Greyson in 2016. In 2018, Jenni revealed her son Greyson was diagnosed with autism. Sadly, she and Roger also filed for divorce. Born on February 27, 1986, JWoww's age is 37. Her zodiac sign is Pisces.
Angelina Pivarnick- 37 years old (Cancer)
Angelina had a rough start to her stint on Jersey Shore. It took a while for her to connect with most of her cast mates, which made her regularly clash with them. After leaving the show multiple times, Angelina returned when Jersey Shore: Family Vacation premiered. She also married Chris Larangeira in 2019 before their divorce in 2022. Angelina was born on June 26, 1986 and is 37 years old. Angelina's zodiac sign is Cancer.
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro- 37 years old (Sagittarius)
Ronnie is non-arguably the most controversial Jersey Shore cast member. After joining the show, his early highlights mainly featured arugments with Mike and Samantha. His relationship with Jen Harley kickstarted a tumultuous period in his life. After welcoming their daughter, Ariana, the two accused each other of physical abuse before Ronnie spent a month in a treatment facility for alcohol and depression. He has since moved on from that relationship and was dating Saffire Matos until 2022. Ronnie, born on December 4, 1985, is 37 years old and a Sagittarius.
Deena Nicole Cortese- 36 years old (Capricorn)
Unlike most of the Jersey Shore original cast members, Deena didn't make the initial cut after auditioning. However, she finally debuted during season 3, announcing herself as a "blast in a glass." In 2017, Deena married Chris Buckner, and the two have since welcomed two kids, Christopher and Cameron. Deena, born on January 12, 1987, is 36 years old. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Samantha "Sammi Sweetheart" Giancola- 36 years old (Pisces)
Sammi joined Jersey Shore, announcing herself as the "sweetest b***h you'll ever meet." She quickly started frolicking with Mike before opting for a relationship with Ronnie. The couple had a rocky relationship throughout the series, and they moved in together when Jersey Shore ended in 2012. However, they separated shortly after, and Sammi started dating Christian Biscardi. Christian proposed in 2019, but the couple postponed their 2020 wedding due to coronavirus. Sadly, they broke up a year later. Sammi, who is currently dating Justin May, is 36 years old. She was born on March 14, 1987, and her zodiac sign is Pisces.
Vinny Guadagnino- 35 years old (Scorpio)
Vinny also joined Jersey Shore during its premiere season. He quickly became friends with Pauly D, and the two maintained their friendship. They also started hosting a show, Double Shot at Love, in 2019. Vinny has a residency as a guest at Chippendales in Las Vegas. Vinny, born on November 11, 1987, is 35 years old. His zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi- 35 years old (Sagittarius)
Nicole joined Jersey Shore as a party girl, ready to light up the season. She and Jenni instantly became friends and, in season 3, met Jionni LaValle at a club. Nicole and Jionni began dating shortly after, and they got engaged in 2012. They welcomed their son Lorenzo that same year. Nicole and Jionni tied the knot in 2014 and had a daughter, Giovanna, in 2014 and a son, Angelo, in May 2019. Although she skipped season 4 of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, Nicole returned for season 5. She was born on November 23, 1987 and is 35 years old. Snooki's zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Lauren Sorrentino- 38 years old (Capricorn)
Lauren and Mike met as students at Brookdale Community College in 2005. However, the pair decided to break up after Mike joined the cast of Jersey Shore in 2009. After the show, the two rekindled their romance off-screen. They have since welcomed two kids. Lauren was born on January 10, 1985, and is 38. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Jen Harley- 38 years old (Scorpio)
Jen made her Jersey Shore debut when she started dating Ronnie. After the two welcomed Ariana, their relationship deteriorated. Jen and Ronnie's relationship ended when the pair had an altercation at an Airbnb. Ronnie was charged with seven misdemeanors, including child endangerment, false imprisonment, resisting arrest, and domestic violence. Jen Harley was born on October 28, 1987 and is 36 years old. Her zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Christopher Buckner- 34 years old (Pisces)
Christopher Buckner made his Jersey Shore debut during season 5 when he started dating Deena. The pair met in Italy after Jersey Shore season 4 finished filming. Christopher was born on March 15, 1989 and is 34. His zodiac sign is Pisces.
Christopher Larangeira- 46 years old (Cancer)
Jersey Shore fans met Christopher Larangeira when he started dating Angelina Pivarnick. The pair dated for three years before tying the knot in November 2019. They then filed for divorce in January 2021. Christopher Larangeira was born on July 6, 1977 and is 46 years old. His star sign is Cancer.
Zack Clayton Carpinello- 28 years old (Sagittarius)
Zack Clayton Carpinello is a professional wrestler who rose to reality TV fame when he started dating Jersey Shore star Jenni. Zack was born on December 20, 1994, and is 28. His star sign is Sagittarius.
Nino Giaimo
Jersey Shore fans met Vinny Guadagnino's uncle Nino when he joined the cast while they were in San Diego. He quickly became a fan favorite due to his witty comments and fun personality. According to some reports, Uncle Nino is in his mid-sixties, but his exact date of birth is unknown.
Paola Giaimo
Paola Giamo is Vinny Guadagnino's mother, who is quite famous for her cooking show with her son, The Show With Vinny. However, she has occasionally appeared on Jersey Shore. Like Uncle Nino, her date of birth is also not public knowledge.
Nikki Hall- 31 years old (Aries)
Jersey Shore fans met Nikki Hall when she started a relationship with Pauly D. The two have a huge age gap of almost 12 years, but that hasn't affected their relationship. Nikki Hall's age is 31, as she was born on April 14, 1992. Her zodiac sign is Aries.
Saffire Matos- 32 years old (Virgo)
After starting a relationship with Ronnie, Saffire Matos made her Jersey Shore debut in 2021. The two grew closer during the COVID-19 pandemic but have since broken up. Saffire was born on August 28, 1990 and is 32 years old. Her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Vinny Tortorella- 34 years old (Scorpio)
Jersey Shore fans met Vinny Tortorella when he started a relationship with Angelina Pivarnick after her divorce from her ex-husband Chris Larangeira. However, Vinny shocked everyone when he proposed to Angelina a day after celebrating the end of her marriage to Chris. Vinny was born on November 4, 1988 and is currently 34 years old. His zodiac sign is Scorpio. All the cast members have contributed to making the Jersey Shore franchise as successful as it is, and they will be looking to continue that trajectory in the new episodes.
Jersey Shore: Family Vacation airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. EST on MTV.
