Dolores Catania's Fiancé Undergoes Cosmetic Surgery

Paul Connell, fiancé to Real Housewives of New Jersey cast member Dolores Catania, recently disclosed undergoing a lower blepharoplasty. This cosmetic procedure was performed to address sagging skin that became apparent after Connell experienced substantial weight loss.

Connell explained via Instagram on March 7, 2026, that the changes around his eyes were a consequence of his body transformation. He credited New Jersey surgeon Dr. Mark Karolak for the minimally invasive 'small skin pinch procedure,' noting its positive impact on his self-esteem and overall well-being.

The revelation of Connell's surgery coincides with Dolores Catania's engagement news. She accepted Connell's proposal on November 10, 2025, with a significant diamond ring. Notably, Catania is also preparing for weddings alongside her children, Frankie and Gabrielle, creating a joyful, albeit busy, household.

Frankie's engagement to Nicole Perricho is set for a wedding in Portugal on August 1, 2026, with a local celebration in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, on October 30, 2026. Gabrielle accepted a proposal from her partner Mike Tallia in Aspen, Colorado, in March 2026, and plans to shop for dresses in Edgewater, New Jersey.

Catania shared advice with her children about marriage, emphasizing mutual support and the importance of family. She expressed her own desire for a 'big party' wedding with Connell, ideally on New Year's Eve, to celebrate with friends and Real Housewives co-stars.