The Braxton family is making their return to television with their new WE TV reality series, The Braxtons. This new show offers fans an intimate look at their lives following the conclusion of Braxton Family Values.
For Towanda and Trina Braxton, stepping back into the spotlight feels like coming home after a long and emotional journey.
In a recent interview, the sisters opened up about why this was the perfect time to return to television and the stories they hope to share. The Braxtons follows sisters Toni, Tamar, Trina, and Towanda, along with their mother Evelyn, as they navigate life after the heartbreaking loss of their sister, Traci Braxton.
Through emotional flashbacks and heartfelt family moments, the series provides a raw, personal perspective on how the family is coping with grief while finding strength in one another.
Towanda revealed that the family’s return to television was inspired by Traci’s final wishes. “When Traci was transitioning, she wanted to tell her own story. She told us, ‘I want you to do the show because I want you to share my story,’” Towanda recalled. The new series serves as a tribute to Traci’s life, fulfilling her desire to keep her spirit alive and allowing the family to honor her memory.
Trina acknowledged that filming without Traci feels profoundly different. “The absence of Traci is deeply felt, but the show still captures the fun, quirky family dynamics fans love. The only difference is that we’re a little older now,” she said with a smile. At its core, The Braxtons celebrates Traci’s life and legacy.
Towanda spoke about the impact Traci had on their family. “I want the world to remember Traci as an amazing spirit. She was the strongest person I’ve ever known. Even in the end, she kept fighting,” she said. The show offers a platform to share Traci’s journey with fans, ensuring that her story lives on.
A lot has happened since Braxton Family Values ended, and the sisters are eager to reconnect with their audience. Speaking about the new series, Towanda described it as a return to something familiar and comforting. “It feels like being away for a long time and finally coming home to sleep in your own bed,” she said.
The series begins by focusing on the family’s efforts to rebuild their lives following Traci’s passing. While grief is a central theme, the sisters also find moments of joy and humor, which help them heal. Trina reflected on how important it was for the family to grieve publicly. “We wanted viewers to see that we’re just like everyone else. Grief affects us the same way it affects others,” she explained.
Towanda emphasized that the show conveys an important message – there is no timeline for grief. “It’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay to move forward without guilt. Everyone grieves in their own time and in their own way,” she said.
Beyond Traci’s story, the series highlights the sisters’ close bond. Towanda and Trina, who are closest in age, described each other as not just siblings but best friends. “Even if we weren’t sisters, we’d still be friends,” Towanda said affectionately.
As The Braxtons returns to television, it offers fans a chance to reconnect with the family, laugh with them, and grieve with them. Through it all, the show stands as a touching tribute to Traci Braxton, ensuring that her light continues to shine.
