Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Snooki Unveils Heart-Wrenching Adoption Story with Birth Mother

Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi, 37, discovered the real reason that she was put up for adoption as an infant while speaking to her birth mother for the first time; seen in 2024 in NYC

SHOCKING REVELATIONS ROCK THE SHORE: SNOOKI'S SECRET PAST EXPOSED

In a jaw-dropping moment on the latest episode of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi finally got answers to the burning question that has haunted her for decades. The 37-year-old reality star sat down with her birth mother in Chile via computer chat, accompanied by her co-star and BFF Jen "JWoww" Farley, and discovered the shocking truth behind why she was put up for adoption as an infant.

The emotional conversation was a long time coming for Snooki, who has been open about her adoption story in the past. Born six months ago in Chile to an Italian-American family, Snooki had always wondered what drove her birth mother to give her up for adoption. The question had plagued her for 36 years, and she finally got her answer.

The TV personality took part in the emotional moment in Thursday's episode of the MTV reunion series Jersey Shore: Family Vacation

According to the translator, Snooki's birth mother revealed that when she discovered she was pregnant, her partner simply disappeared, leaving her alone and without support. In a heart-wrenching moment, the birth mom explained that she felt forced to put Snooki up for adoption as the only option available to her at the time.

Snooki's eyes widened as she listened to the explanation, her expression a mix of shock and sadness. She had always wondered why she was given up, but never knew the full story. The conversation was a emotional rollercoaster, with Snooki's birth mom apologizing for putting her in such a difficult situation.

But just when you thought it couldn't get any more dramatic, Snooki decided to switch from computer chat to a phone call, revealing that she was nervous about hearing her birth mother's voice. But as soon as the phone rang, Snooki greeted her with a warm "Hola!" - much to JWoww's amusement, who joked that she sounded like Dora the Explorer.

According to the translator, her birth mother 'said when she realized she was pregnant, she told her partner, your father, and he just disappeared, leaving her by herself'

The conversation took a turn for the emotional when Snooki's birth mom became tearful, admitting that putting her up for adoption had been "very difficult" for her. But in a heartwarming moment, Snooki comforted her, telling her that she was adopted by loving parents who spoiled her and raised her in New York.

As the conversation came to a close, Snooki reflected on the past, marveling at how her life turned out despite being given up as an infant. "I wouldn't even be here if she didn't put me up for adoption," she said, tears welling up in her eyes. "I have amazing parents. I had a great childhood. And then meeting my roommates... and them meeting Jionni. And then having my kids."

Snooki's words were a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of family. Despite being given up by her birth mother, she has built a life filled with love, laughter, and success - including three adorable children with husband Jionni LaValle.

The TV personality also revealed to her birth mother that she has been living 'an amazing life'

The shocking revelation is just one of many juicy moments from the latest episode of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation. Will Snooki's conversation with her birth mom lead to more questions about her past? Stay tuned to find out on TheScholarlyNote.com!