Milania Giudice's Family Grieves Loss of Young Friend Victoria
WHO:
US Magazine - Victoria Zardoya attended the University of Tampa with Milania Giudice.
US Magazine - Audriana Giudice, 16, expressed her feelings about Victoria's death on Instagram, stating, "You were truly one of the most beautiful souls inside and out."
E! News - Milania Giudice is the daughter of Teresa Giudice and ex Joe Giudice.
US Magazine - Victoria Zardoya was a childhood friend of Milania Giudice.
WHAT:
E! News - Victoria Zardoya "sustained fatal injuries due to a devastating fall" while exploring the ruins of Fort Dade from the Spanish-American War.
E! News - Victoria Silberbusch, a friend of Zardoya, stated that the group was preparing to leave the ruins when Zardoya fell onto a set of stairs, leading to the tragedy.
Fox News - After the group called 911 and sent flares from boats, paramedics reportedly responded by boat and a medical helicopter flew the victim to a nearby hospital.
Fox News - Victoria Zardoya reportedly died of her injuries two days later.
E! News - Victoria Zardoya "sustained fatal injuries due to a devastating fall" while exploring the ruins of Fort Dade from the Spanish-American War.
E! News - The incident occurred on July 24, when Zardoya was visiting friends in the Tampa area.
E! News - Victoria Silberbusch, a friend of Zardoya, stated that the group was preparing to leave the ruins when Zardoya fell onto a set of stairs, leading to the tragedy.
E! News - Joe Giudice shared a lengthy tribute on Instagram, stating, "I can't believe you're gone," and emphasized the fragility of life, saying, "Please don't take a single day or the people you love for granted."
US Magazine - Audriana Giudice expressed her feelings on Instagram, stating, "You weren't just a close friend but you were a part of our family and I'll always be grateful that I got to grow up with you."
E! News - Joe Giudice stated, "I can't believe you're gone," in his tribute to Victoria Zardoya.
E! News - Joe Giudice emphasized the fragility of life, saying, "In one moment, everything can change."
US Magazine - Victoria was flying in from New Jersey to Tampa at the time of her death.
US Magazine - Joe Giudice described Victoria as "like a daughter to me" and shared that they were neighbors for years.
E! News - Victoria Zardoya died at the age of 20.
US Magazine - Joe Giudice expressed his grief on Instagram, stating, "There are no words for this kind of pain."
E! News - Teresa Giudice shared on Instagram, "We love Victoria."
E! News - Gia Giudice, Milania's sister, wrote, "Heaven gained a beautiful angel today. We love you Victoria."
E! News - Joe Giudice promised that Victoria would "always have a place in our hearts."
WHERE:
E! News - The accident took place at the historic Egmont Key site in Florida.
E! News - The Giudice family is associated with the Garden State, referring to New Jersey.
WHEN:
E! News - Milania Giudice shared the news of Victoria's death on July 26.
US Magazine - Joe Giudice's Instagram post was made on Sunday, July 26.
HOW:
Fox News - Silberbusch described Zardoya's injuries as "brutal" and maintained that "no one hesitated" to jump into action to render aid to the victim.
US Magazine - Victoria Zardoya's cause of death has not been revealed publicly, but it was noted that she died following a fatal fall.
US Magazine - Victoria's cause of death has not been revealed publicly.
US Magazine - Joe Giudice reflected on the fragility of life, stating, "To think that a simple fall while just being young and having fun could take such a beautiful life is heartbreaking."
E! News - Milania Giudice posted a collection of throwback photos of herself and Victoria along with quotes on grief.
(UPDATED July 28, 2026 16:31 UTC)
Tragically, Victoria Zardoya sustained fatal injuries after a devastating fall while exploring the ruins of Fort Dade from the Spanish-American War. Her friend, Victoria Silberbusch, shared that the group was preparing to leave when Zardoya fell onto a set of stairs, prompting immediate calls for help, including flares from their boats. Despite the quick response from paramedics and a medical helicopter that transported her to a nearby hospital, Zardoya died from her injuries two days later, with Silberbusch describing the situation as brutal and noting that everyone rushed to assist her.
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(UPDATED July 28, 2026 07:52 UTC)
Victoria Zardoya tragically sustained fatal injuries from a devastating fall while exploring the ruins of Fort Dade, a historic site from the Spanish-American War. The incident occurred on July 24, as Zardoya was visiting friends in the Tampa area, and according to her friend Victoria Silberbusch, the group was preparing to leave the ruins when the accident happened. The fall occurred at the Egmont Key site in Florida, where the group had been enjoying their time together.
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(UPDATED July 28, 2026 06:46 UTC)
Joe Giudice shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing disbelief over the loss and urging everyone to cherish their loved ones. His daughter, Audriana Giudice, also took to social media to honor Victoria Zardoya, describing her as not just a close friend but a cherished part of their family. While the cause of Victoria's death remains undisclosed, it has been reported that she passed away following a fatal fall.
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(UPDATED July 28, 2026 03:59 UTC)
Joe Giudice paid tribute to Victoria Zardoya, expressing his disbelief at her passing with the heartfelt words, "I can't believe you're gone." He also reflected on the fragility of life, noting that "in one moment, everything can change," as Victoria was flying in from New Jersey to Tampa at the time of her death. While the cause of her death has not been publicly revealed, the news has left many in shock.
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(UPDATED July 28, 2026 01:29 UTC)
Victoria Zardoya, who attended the University of Tampa with Milania Giudice, has passed away, prompting heartfelt tributes from those who knew her. Audriana Giudice, 16, shared her sorrow on Instagram, calling Victoria "one of the most beautiful souls inside and out," while Joe Giudice described her as "like a daughter to me" and reflected on their years as neighbors. He expressed the heartbreak of losing such a vibrant life, saying, "To think that a simple fall while just being young and having fun could take such a beautiful life is heartbreaking."
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(UPDATED July 27, 2026 22:27 UTC)
Milania Giudice, the daughter of Teresa and Joe Giudice, has shared the heartbreaking news that her childhood friend, Victoria Zardoya, passed away at the young age of 20. Joe Giudice expressed his profound sorrow on Instagram, saying, "There are no words for this kind of pain," while Teresa Giudice and Milania's sister, Gia, also paid tribute to Victoria, with Gia stating, "Heaven gained a beautiful angel today." The Giudice family, known for their ties to New Jersey, has promised that Victoria will "always have a place in our hearts."