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Teresa Giudicehas just given fans an earlyChristmasgift.

The Real House Wives of New Jerseystar, 50, shared some behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram Thursday to announce she’s starring in the upcoming VH1 holiday movieFuhgeddabout Christmas.

“EXCITING NEWS! I’m in a Christmas movie!!Fuhgeddabout Christmasis premiering December 21 at 8pm ET on @vh1!!” she wrote in the caption, tagging a few costars, includingWild ‘n Out’sJustina Valentine,Mob Wives’Renee Grazianoand gossip bloggerPerez Hilton.

“I’m honored to be part of this project with so many talented people,” Giudice added. “@justinavalentine, you are absolutely amazing!! @reneegraziano & @perezhilton, I had a blast with you both and I’m happy we got to share this experience together. Everyone watch!!”

Giudice’s post included a synopsis of the movie: “When an Italian American superstar realizes her family is fed up with her workaholic ways, she gets help from her celebrity friends, Santa and magical elves to give them the best Christmas ever.”

Giudice has previously acted onscreen, appearing alongsideJohnny Deppas “Shocked Stripper” in 1997’sDonnie Brascoand as “Housewife #2” in a 2009 episode of the short-lived NBC medical dramaMercy.

The Bravolebrity’s announcement comes after she finished filming season 13 ofRHONJin August when shetied the knotwith husbandLuis Ruelas. Their wedding special will air a week after the finale for season 13, which is expected to air next year.

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Fuhgeddabout Christmaspremieres Dec. 21 on VH1.

source: people.com