Dolores Catania's Daughter Gabby Is Engaged to Boyfriend

The 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star's daughter, Gabby Catania, got engaged to her boyfriend, Mike Tallia, during a snowboarding trip in Aspen.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 3:06am

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Real Housewives of New Jersey star Dolores Catania's daughter, Gabby Catania, and her boyfriend, Mike Tallia, are officially engaged. Dolores confirmed the happy news by sharing photos of the romantic proposal, which took place during a snowboarding vacation in Aspen. This is the latest engagement in the Catania family, as Dolores' son, Frankie, also recently proposed to his girlfriend, Nicole Perricho.

Why it matters

The Catania family has been a central part of the Real Housewives of New Jersey franchise, and the news of Gabby's engagement is sure to be a major storyline in the upcoming season. Dolores has been open about her desire to see her children find happiness, and this engagement is a significant milestone for the family.

The details

Tallia got down on one knee to present a ring to Gabby during their snowboarding trip in Aspen. Dolores shared a carousel of photos from the proposal on her Instagram, expressing her joy at both of her children being engaged at the same time. Gabby's brother, Frankie, had previously proposed to his girlfriend, Nicole Perricho, in February 2025.

  • Gabby Catania and Mike Tallia got engaged in March 2026.
  • Frankie Catania proposed to his girlfriend, Nicole Perricho, in February 2025.

The players

Dolores Catania

A star of the reality TV series The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and the mother of Gabby and Frankie Catania.

Gabby Catania

Dolores Catania's 30-year-old daughter, who recently got engaged to her boyfriend, Mike Tallia.

Mike Tallia

Gabby Catania's fiancé, who proposed to her during a snowboarding trip in Aspen.

Frankie Catania

Dolores Catania's 27-year-old son, who got engaged to his girlfriend, Nicole Perricho, in February 2025.

Nicole Perricho

Frankie Catania's fiancée, who he proposed to in February 2025.

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What they’re saying

“When your children are little, you think about so many things for their future. I never imagined both of my kids would be engaged at the same time.”

— Dolores Catania, Reality TV Star

“An absolutely amazing day celebrating such a special engagement! Thank you so much to everyone for the congratulations and warm wishes!”

— Frankie Catania

The takeaway

The Catania family's engagements showcase the joy and milestones that can be celebrated on reality TV, as viewers have watched Dolores, Gabby, and Frankie's lives unfold over the years on The Real Housewives of New Jersey.