Gia Giudice and Christian Carmichael Take the Next Step: Moving In Together — and She Hints an Engagement Is ‘Closer Than Not’
Gia Giudice is starting a new chapter. The Next Gen NYC star has officially moved in with her longtime boyfriend, Christian Carmichael, and she is already looking ahead to what might be next for the couple — including, perhaps, a ring.
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly on Monday, November 2, the 25-year-old reality star opened up about the milestone move and didn’t shy away from questions about marriage. “I would assume I could probably see my ring coming closer than not,” Gia said. “This is the next step, to move in with each other … and I would assume my ring will follow.”
The couple’s romance began in 2019 when they met at the Jersey Shore. Since then, Christian, an entrepreneur, has been a steady presence in Gia’s life, supporting her through her college years at Rutgers University and the ups and downs of post-grad life. Their relationship has been chronicled on the first two seasons of Next Gen NYC, giving fans a front-row seat to their journey as a couple.
Now, the pair are taking a major step forward. This month, Christian is moving into Gia’s apartment in Jersey City. It’s a move that has been a long time coming, according to Gia, who explained that the decision was part of a plan the couple had discussed for a while.
“We always knew after I had moved out [of my family’s Montville home] that after completing my one-year lease, the next step would be for us to move in with each other,” she told Us. The couple did consider looking for a place in Manhattan, but ultimately decided that staying put in Jersey City made the most sense for them at this time.
“With [my restaurant] Il Vero opening [and] his transition into a new job, there was lots happening, so we decided to just stay put in my apartment for right now,” Gia explained. “He’s making his way in this week, so I’ve been doing many closet cleanouts and just trying to make as much room for him as possible. But we’re so excited. We can’t wait.”
The moving process is rarely easy, but for Gia, the excitement of finally sharing a home with Christian far outweighs the stress of packing boxes and rearranging closets. What she is most looking forward to, she said, is the simple joy of being together at the end of each day.
“To just come home to him every night and him come home to me every night, and just kind of feel what life is going to be like for the rest of our lives,” she shared.
Throughout their relationship, Gia and Christian have dealt with physical distance. When Gia was at Rutgers, the two lived about 40 minutes apart. More recently, with Gia living in Jersey City, the distance has been even greater. According to Gia, that separation has been a source of challenges in their relationship.
“A lot” of their past issues, she said, have stemmed from the back-and-forth and the difficulty of coordinating time together from different locations. She’s hopeful that living under the same roof will help resolve some of those lingering time-management struggles and bring them closer than ever.
“I think it’s going to strengthen our relationship as a whole, and I think communication is the biggest thing,” Gia said. “That’s something we’ve definitely worked on throughout the years, and I think it just comes with maturity and getting older, and that has definitely been beneficial.”
The couple’s relationship has also been tested in front of the cameras. On Season 2 of Next Gen NYC, Christian appeared hesitant about filming the reality show. But Gia insists that the narrative suggesting he dislikes being on camera is a “false narrative.” Instead, she says, it simply took time for him to adjust to the realities of filming a TV show — something she grew up doing as part of The Real Housewives of New Jersey.
“While filming reality TV, you don’t get all the answers until you’re actually doing it. Certain concepts were new to him, like having the same conversations over and over again,” Gia explained. “Just little things that you obviously wouldn’t know or couldn’t tell if you are looking at it from the outside.”
At the end of the day, though, Gia says Christian is her “biggest supporter.”
“He supports me with everything and anything,” she told Us. “You guys will definitely be seeing him a lot in season 3 of Next Gen. … He loves everyone that I film with. He has a lot of fun doing it, and I think it’s just certain scenarios that obviously get under anybody’s skin, [but] everything just comes with time and adjustment.”
As for what fans can expect from Season 3 of Next Gen NYC, Gia promises there will be no shortage of excitement. “Lots of drama,” she said. Shocker!
But it won’t just be drama for drama’s sake. According to Gia, the upcoming season will show a group that is much more comfortable with one another — and with the cameras rolling. That comfort, she says, will reveal deeper dynamics and conflicts that fans haven’t seen before.
“We’re much more comfortable with each other at this point,” she teased. “I think you’re going to see the root of more problems and what we are condoning or not condoning in the friend group. It’s going to be a great season.”
For Gia, this period of transition is about more than just rearranging furniture or finding space in a closet. It’s about building a life with the person she loves. Moving in together after years of dating is a significant milestone, and for the couple, it represents the beginning of a new chapter — one that could very well include an engagement in the near future.
Gia has been in the public eye for much of her life, first as the daughter of Teresa Giudice on The Real Housewives of New Jersey and now as one of the stars of Next Gen NYC. Her relationship with Christian has been a central storyline on the show, and fans have watched the pair navigate the challenges of young adulthood together. From college graduation to career changes to the ups and downs of being in a long-distance relationship, Gia and Christian have proven that they can stick together through it all.
Now, with Christian officially moving into her Jersey City apartment, the couple is closer than ever to starting their life together in earnest. And if Gia’s latest comments are any indication, it might not be long before wedding bells are in the air.
“I would assume my ring will follow,” she said, making it clear that she sees marriage in their future.
Although no official engagement announcement has been made, Gia’s confidence and excitement suggest that the next big milestone isn’t far off. For now, the couple is focused on enjoying this new chapter, making room for each other both physically and emotionally, and preparing for everything that lies ahead.
With Season 3 of Next Gen NYC on the horizon, viewers will no doubt be watching closely to see how Gia and Christian’s relationship continues to evolve now that they’re living together. If the past is any guide, there will be plenty of memorable moments, heartfelt conversations, and maybe even a proposal or two.
For Gia, the future looks bright. She has a thriving career, a restaurant opening, a reality show she’s passionate about, and a partner who supports her every step of the way. Add in the prospect of a ring in the near future, and it’s clear that the young star has a lot to look forward to.
As she and Christian settle into their shared home, one thing is certain: This is just the beginning for the couple. They’ve weathered the challenges of distance, reality TV, and all the growing pains that come with young love. Now, they’re ready to face whatever comes next — together.
