According the Bravo's official press release:
This season, Caroline Manzo attempts to be the ring leader of her crazy Italian family while suffering from a severe case of full nest syndrome in the process. In an effort to be responsible and save up for a new apartment, Albie and Chris have made their way back to Franklin Lakes, and even though Lauren is now engaged, she still hasn’t left chez Manzo. Albie brings his new girlfriend along for the ride and the two encounter more than just a few bumps in the road when trying to win over the rest of the Manzo clan. In addition to planning the wedding of the century, Lauren is also trying to expand her beauty bar business and she refuses to let her brothers cramp her style. Chris just can’t seem to stay out of sticky situations, especially when the whole family decides to take a trip to the heart of Texas. When it all gets to be too much for Caroline, sister-in-law Jacqueline Laurita is just around the corner to offer her advice. Meanwhile, husband, Al Sr., has no tolerance for all these shenanigans, as he’d rather focus on his upcoming 30th wedding anniversary to the woman who brings everyone together.
Caroline Manzo is the epitome of a strong New Jersey woman. Always putting family first, she is a devoted wife and mother of three children, Albie, 28; Lauren, 26; and Christopher, 25. Caroline has been married for more than 30 years to her husband Albert who runs The Brownstone, a very successful catering facility in Paterson, NJ. The business has been with the family for over 30 years and is one of the premiere event spaces in the state. Although Caroline spends the majority of her time managing the household, her family has been known to run her ragged as she supports BLK Water, Brownstone Sauce, and Cafface Beauty Bar. Caroline is affiliated with several charities including SCTNOW, a foundation dedicated to stopping child trafficking within our own borders, CROC, a foundation dedicated to helping cancer survivors, Best Friends Animal Society, Wounded Warriors Project and The PG Chambers School, a NJ facility dedicated to educating children with physical and mental disabilities. Often described as a feisty spitfire, Caroline manages to have it all -- family, friends, and a career. In her opinion, that is what makes her a "Real Housewife" of New Jersey.
Albert Manzo runs The Brownstone, a very successful catering facility in Paterson, NJ. The business has been with the family for nearly 35 years and is one of the premier event facilities in the state. Albert is 54 years old and has been married to his wife, Caroline, for over 30 years. They have three children, Albie, 28; Lauren, 26, and Christopher 25. In his free time Albert loves to golf and spend time on his boat. Albert supports numerous charity organizations but closest to his heart is the Wounded Warrior Project as well as Law enforcement and Firefighters in NY and NJ.
Albie, 28, is the oldest of the Manzo bunch and always managing to keep his baby brother, Chris, on his toes. They are partners and co-founders of BLK beverages, which has grown exponentially since its 2011 debut with distribution all across the country in major stores such as Target, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Sprouts, and more. Albie is also a partner in the Hospitality Group that owns Little Town New Jersey Restaurant in Hoboken, NJ, and just expanded with the opening of its second location at the Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment Complex.
At 26, Lauren is busier than ever as she juggles planning her upcoming wedding and running her beauty bar, Cafface, which is undergoing new and exciting developments. Lauren became engaged to fiancé Vito in November of 2013, and is over the moon preparing for her summer 2015 nuptials. Between wedding dress shopping, house hunting, and running her own business, Lauren tries to deal with the craziness, all while living amidst the crowded chaos at home with her entire family.
Youngest of the Manzo children and creator of the family’s favorite pastime, the Ham Game, Chris Manzo, 25, always keeps his family laughing and having fun, no matter what. He is working hard with his brother on BLK beverages, as well as their restaurant, Little Town New Jersey. When he isn’t busy with either of these ventures, Chris enjoys going to the movies and spending quality time with his parents, brother and sister.
Are you ready for the Manzo's return to Bravo?
Manzo'd With Children premieres on Sunday, October 5th at 9/8c on Bravo!
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