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Teresa Giudice & Her Daughters Post About Tight Bond with Louie Ruelas’ Son: "Love You" (PICS)

The Real Housewives of New Jersey mom and her kids had the sweetest things to say about her husband's son.

By Casey Suglia

Teresa Giudice's husband Luis "Louie" Ruelas' son Louie Jr. is officially 21 years old! The Real Housewives of New Jersey cast member, two of her four daughters, and her husband of two years took to Instagram where they penned the absolute sweetest tributes to Louie's mini-me and in doing so revealed more about the blended family's tight-knit bond. 

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Teresa took to her Instagram feed where she posted a series of photos taken with Louie Jr. while on vacation in Europe this summer. She then took to the caption of the post, where she wrote about everything that she admires in the newly minted 21-year-old. "Happy 21st birthday!" she wrote. "Today, I'm celebrating not only the amazing person you are, but how grateful and proud I am to have you in my life. You're such a compassionate, genuine, and strong soul; watching you grow into the man you are today has been such a joy. You're such a wonderful brother to the girls, and your warmth and kindness never go unnoticed."

She added, "May this year bring you all the happiness you bring to others — keep shining your light and spreading your positivity, the world truly needs more people like you! Love you so, so, so much!!"

Teresa also took to her Instagram Story where she posted a current photo of Louie, sitting in front of his birthday cake, ready to blow out his candles. "Happy 21st birthday!!!" she wrote over the photo. "We Love you."

Teresa Giudice's daughters' birthday tributes to Louie Ruelas Jr.

Teresa's oldest and youngest daughters, Gia and Audriana, also took to their Instagram Stories to wish Louie Jr. a happy birthday. Both siblings posted photos with their stepbrother, taken on vacation over the summer.

A series of the Giudice ladies wishing Louie Ruelas Jr. a happy birthday.

Gia Giudice took to her Instagram Story, where she expressed how excited she is for Louie Jr. "Happy 21st," she wrote alongside a photo of them together. "Thank you for being such an amazing brother!"

"Love you so much!" she added. "Can't wait to go to the bars together."

"Happy Birthday [Louie] much love," Teresa's youngest daughter, Audriana Giudice, wrote on her Instagram Story. 

Louie Ruelas Says He is "So Proud" of His Son, Louie Jr.

Louie took to his Instagram feed where he posted a video filled with photos and videos of his son taken over the past few years. "Happy 21st Birthday to my handsome son Louie," he wrote in the caption of the post.

"Your drive, ambition, and loving nature is infectious!! You have grown into an amazing young man and we are all so proud of you!!" she continued. "May this special day be filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Here's to an incredible year ahead, filled with success, happiness, and big achievements!! Keep shining bright, Louie & always know the world is yours to conquer! Sending you all our love and best wishes on your birthday. Enjoy every moment!! LOVE YOU so much."

Teresa also took to Louie's comments, where she continued to send her "love love love" to his youngest son. "Happy birthday Louie!!! Love you so much," she wrote.

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