Production for the Italian edition of Jersey Shore has been delayed. Season four of the record breaking MTV show was supposed to begin filming in Italy, but according to sources, a logistical issue has caused another delay.
Permits to film in certain places in Italy have been revoked, leaving producers scrambling in an attempt to figure out new locations.
This 11th hour debacle shouldn’t be all that surprising. Mayor Matteo Renzi has voiced his displeasure at having the reality show celebs partying on his turf. He even developed a list of rules for the cast and crew, which was published in the Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera.
One interesting edict states that the film crew is banned from shooting footage of the “guidos” drinking in public places — which happens to be what they do most of the time.
The Jersey Shore cast members were all packed up and ready to go before being notified of the latest turn of events. Pauly D and Vinny actually made it to the airport before being told the trip was off.
The cast planned to live in a luxurious townhouse during their European stay. The JS production staff is working feverishly on the issues and they hope to get everything resolved within the next week.
In the meantime, the cast and crew are cooling their heels stateside.
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