Fans of Jersey Shore are praising Pauly D for defending his girlfriend Nikki Hall against an online troll. Pauly recently returned to DJing clubs and other gigs as COVID-19 restrictions have loosened in some states. Since making his return to work, Nikki has been tagging along with Pauly for these events. When one online troll mocked the couple for always being together, Pauly stood up for his girl.

Pauly and Nikki first met during Double Shot at Love. Despite having instant chemistry, Pauly ultimately decided to remain single following the conclusion of the show. The two were reunited in Las Vegas when they both returned for season 2. They later decided to give their relationship another try. Nikki even quarantined with Pauly in his Las Vegas home, which, they have both agreed, helped strengthen their relationship.

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Now, that Pauly and Nikki have been together for over a year, there is nothing that can come in between them. Not even internet trolls. Pauly is being praised by fans for defending Nikki after a hater mocked the couple for always being together. A Reddit user posted a screenshot of a conversation between Pauly and an Instagram user found within the comments section of one of Pauly's recent posts. The troll wrote, "Lmfao @nikkisaintclaire is going to be that girl who follows you to every GIG." The comment was in reference to Nikki attending all of Pauly's gigs so far since making his return to performing since the COVID-19 pandemic. Pauly responded to the comment, writing, "STFU," which is the abbreviation for "shut the f**k up."

Fans are now praising Pauly for defending Nikki. In the videos that the couple has been sharing to Instagram from Pauly's recent gigs, Pauly is seen reaching his arm back behind him as he walks on the stage. Many think this was in an effort to grab Nikki's hand. This small gesture shows that Pauly does in fact want her on stage next to him as he does what he loves. One user recalled one of Pauly's confessionals during the first season of Double Shot at Love during which he admitted to hating being alone at night while touring. Prior to dating Nikki, Pauly once said that he was looking for a supportive girlfriend, which he seemingly has found in Nikki.

While Pauly is perceived as being the most non-confrontational of the Jersey Shore bunch, there is no doubt he will do whatever it takes to both protect and defend those he loves. As long-time viewers of the show know, it takes a lot to get on Pauly's bad side, but that is definitely not a place you want to be. Nikki will be seen in a majority of the new season of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.

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Source: Reddit, Pauly D, Nikki Hall