Samantha Giancola (born March 14, 1987)[2] also known as Sammi Sweetheart,[3] is an American television personality. She is best known as one of the eight main cast members in the MTV reality series Jersey Shore.
Sammi Giancola | |
|---|---|
| Born | Samantha Giancola[1] March 14, 1987 |
| Other names | Sammi Sweetheart |
| Alma mater | William Paterson University |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Known for | Jersey Shore |
| Partner(s) | Ronnie Ortiz-Magro (2009–2016) Christian Biscardi (2017–2021) Justin May (2022–present; engaged) |
Early life
edit| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)[4] | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2001–2005 | Raritan Rockets | ||
| College career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2005–2009 | William Paterson Pioneers | 70 | (2) |
Raised in Hazlet, New Jersey,[5] Giancola is of Italian and Greek descent.[6] She attended Raritan High School from 2001 to 2005, where she played softball, ran track, and was a four-year varsity soccer letter winner. Giancola won art contests when she was younger.[7]
She went on to major in sociology at William Paterson University, where she also played as a midfielder on their Division III women's soccer team.[4]
Career
editJersey Shore
editGiancola debuted on the MTV reality show Jersey Shore in August 2009. She has since appeared with her cast mates on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Wendy Williams Show, and Live with Regis and Kelly. Giancola and her Jersey Shore co-stars appeared in the 2012 film The Three Stooges.[8][9] She later appeared on some episodes of Snooki & Jwoww and participated in the 2017 E! special Reunion Road Trip: Return to the Jersey Shore.
In 2018, Giancola announced she would not return for the Jersey Shore reboot, Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, to avoid "potentially toxic situations" and to focus on her "businesses and relationship."[3]
In 2023, Giancola announced she would return to Jersey Shore after an 11-year hiatus.[10]
Other ventures
editIn 2011, Giancola endorsed a fragrance called Dangerous, available for both men and women. She later endorsed another fragrance, Dangerous Desires.[11]
In 2013, Giancola launched her online clothing and accessories line, Sweetheart Styles.[12][13]
In 2015, Giancola became a co-host on the podcast called Just Sayin, where she joins relationship expert Siggy Flicker and TV host Clare Galterio to discuss their respective personal lives and celebrity rumors. The podcast is made in New York City through the Loud Speakers Network. The podcast ran for 104 episodes from August 2015 to November 2017.[14]
Personal life
editSammi began a volatile on-off relationship with castmate Ronnie Ortiz-Magro during Jersey Shore's original run from 2009 to 2012. Their relationship lasted for several years, before the two broke up in 2016.[15]
In 2017, Giancola started dating YouTuber and entrepreneur Christian Biscardi. The pair got engaged on March 5, 2019.[16] Initially planning to wed in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic upended their plans. Giancola confirmed their separation via her social media in July of 2021.[17]
On August 1, 2022, Giancola started dating bartender Justin May.[18][19][20] The couple got engaged on March 16, 2024.[21]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Production | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | The Three Stooges | Sammi | as Samantha Giancola |
| TBD | Here Without You | Patty | Pre-production |
Television
edit| Year | Production | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009–2012 | Jersey Shore | Herself | Castmate |
| 2010 | When I Was 17 | Herself | Guest |
| 2011 | Silent Library | Herself | Episode "Jersey Shore" |
| 2012–2014 | Snooki & Jwoww | Herself | 8 episodes |
| 2013 | Makeover Manor | Herself | Guest |
| 2013 | Project Runway | Herself | Guest |
| 2023–present | Jersey Shore: Family Vacation | Herself | Season 6–present |
References
edit- ^ "Jersey Shore's Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola talks life, season 6 and appearing at The Pool After Dark tonight". NJ.com. May 4, 2012.
- ^ Hautman, Nicholas (March 12, 2017). "'Jersey Shore' Cast Reunites for Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola's 30th Birthday Party". Us Weekly. Retrieved March 10, 2019.
- ^ a b "Why Sammi Sweetheart Didn't Want to be Involved in 'Jersey Shore: Family Vacation' (Exclusive Details)". TooFab.com. March 30, 2018. Archived from the original on April 7, 2018. Retrieved March 31, 2018.
At 31, I am currently extremely happy in every aspect of my life....
- ^ a b Sam Giancola – 2009 Women's Soccer, William Paterson Pioneers. Accessed June 26, 2013. "Prior to William Paterson: Was a four-year varsity letterwinner at Raritan H.S. and was named the team's Most Improved Player."
- ^ Messer, Lesley; Triggs, Charlotte (August 9, 2010). "Gym Tan, Family! At Home with the Cast of 'Jersey Shore'". People. Archived from the original on April 7, 2018. Retrieved April 7, 2018.
...Sammi, 23.
- ^ Samantha Giancola [@SammiSweetheart] (December 22, 2010). "Im half greek half italian people! Lol". Twitter. Retrieved March 12, 2021.
- ^ "21 Questions with Sammi "Sweetheart" from Jersey Shore". YouTube.com. Youtube. September 29, 2010. Archived from the original on December 15, 2021. Retrieved April 3, 2016.
- ^ Brett, Jennifer (July 18, 2011). "Fist pump! The Jersey Shore kids are here". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Archived from the original on October 23, 2012. Retrieved July 18, 2011.
- ^ Brett, Jennifer (July 20, 2011). "J-Lo/Cameron Diaz movie starts filming, "Three Stooges" winds down". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Archived from the original on January 6, 2012. Retrieved July 22, 2011.
- ^ "Sammi Sweetheart Giancola Returns to 'Jersey Shore' Amid Cast Social Media Drama: 'I'm Back'". March 12, 2023.
- ^ Hebert, Emily (May 1, 2012). "Sammi Sweetheart's First Perfume Was Paris Hilton's". Elle. Hearst Communications. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ Dachille, Arielle (August 29, 2014). "What Is 'Jersey Shore''s Sammi Doing Now? Making Questionable Perfume, Of Course". Bustle.com. Retrieved March 30, 2016.
- ^ "Sweetheart Styles". Sweetheart Styles.com. Retrieved April 4, 2016.
- ^ "Just Sayin Podcast". SoundCloud. Retrieved March 31, 2016.
- ^ "Jersey Shore's Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola Reveals Why She Skipped MTV's Reboot". Peoplemag.
- ^ "Jersey Shore's Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola Is Engaged: 'Completely Overwhelmed with Happiness'". Peoplemag.
- ^ "Sammi Giancola Confirms Split from Fiancé Christian Biscardi, Says She's Single and Happy". Peoplemag.
- ^ "Sammi Giancola Introduces New Boyfriend Justin May in Cozy Thanksgiving Instagram Post". Peoplemag.
- ^ Stopper, Jessica (March 21, 2023). "Are Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola and Boyfriend Justin May Still Together?". Life & Style.
- ^ "'Jersey Shore' Alum Sammi Giancola Celebrates Her 1-Year Anniversary with Boyfriend Justin May". People.
- ^ Vasquez, Ingrid (April 2, 2024). "Jersey Shore's Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola Is Engaged: 'Easiest Question I've Ever Answered'". People. Retrieved April 2, 2024.