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Revolving around the musical group of the same name, The Braxtons is the continuation of the Braxton Family Values reality TV program. Toni Braxton and her younger sisters, Toni, Trina, Towanda, Tamar, and Traci, along with their mother, Evelyn Braxton, formed the cast of the same that ran for seven seasons, spanning from 2011 to 2020, including specials and a two-year break.
Featuring guests, talks, and musical numbers, it also occupied a healthy spot on prime television. Yet, several factors caused the show to come to an abrupt end. In the latest news, however, the reality series has aired its renewal, going live starting August 9, 2024.
Who are the members of The Braxtons?
One of the most well-known American families on television, the Braxton family, has had their fame come from music and entertainment. The five sisters and their mother formed the star cast of The Braxton Family Values. Additionally, each had their own set of talents and achievements to claim.
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1) Toni Braxton
Arguably the most famous of the family, Toni Braxton, found global fame as a Grammy-winning musician. The 56-year-old launched her debut album in 1993. Carrying hits like Breathe Again and Another Sad Love Song, her musical voice and emotional ballads made her stand as one of the best R&B artists and a vocal public figure.
2) Traci Braxton
A singer and actress, Traci Braxton, also stepped into the world of mainstream music. A solo album in 2014, Crash & Burn, and her down-to-earth personality solidified her as a prime member of The Braxtons reality show. Unfortunately, she passed away during the show’s hiatus in 2022.
3) Towanda Braxton
Along with her elder sisters’ talent pool of singing and acting, Towanda Braxton also practiced entrepreneurship. Moreover, her multiple appearances in various theater roles helped her pursue a full-fledged attempt at helming film productions.
4) Trina Braxton
Once again, singing and acting flowed in Trina Braxton’s genes, as with all her other sisters. The actress also tried her hand at launching several businesses. Among those ventures, a bar company raked in immense success along with her hustles in hosting cooking shows.
5) Tamar Braxton
The youngest of the Braxton sisters, Tamar has found widespread fame for her powerful vocals and vibrant personality. The singer and actress’ many appearances on the reality show earned her several loyal fans and popularity. As a result, she even branched into launching her own show as a spin-off of the original The Braxtons, titled Tamar & Vince.
6) Evelyn Braxton
The matriarch of the family, Evelyn Braxton, served as the glue that held all sisters together. A popular opera singer and a life coach herself, she played a pivotal role in the reality show and was fondly called “Miss E” by the fans.
When did The Braxtons start, and how did it become so popular?
In many ways, Toni Braxton’s popularity served as the prime reason for the show gaining prominence. Following the former’s breakout fame in the early ‘90s, the sisters formed a musical group called The Braxtons, which released its first solo album titled So Many Ways in 1996.
The family shot up to massive attention when they launched their reality TV series. Braxton Family Values premiered on We TV in 2011 and made them household names along with their mother. A candid narration of their personal struggles, career challenges, and shared stories, the show became one of the channel’s most successful ones.
Exploring their lives, the show’s grounded exploration of real family dynamics made it relatable. Furthermore, the manner in which it portrayed the complexities of managing everyday affairs, family, and relationships earned it a mass appeal, turning it almost into a cultural phenomenon.
Why did Braxton Family Values end?
In 2020, the global pandemic became one of the several reasons why Braxton Family Values ended its seven-season run. However, internal family conflicts also played a large role in the breakup.
While the members clashed at times on camera, tensions intensified when a few of them reportedly felt exploited for entertainment. Tamar Braxton, in particular, had an intensely public fallout, ultimately leading to her exit.
Conflicts with the TV network over contact and finances became another flash point. A walkout during the sixth season brought this to public attention.
Finally, Toni Braxton's illness and Traci Braxton’s passing left a further void in the cast. A focus on sorting out personal differences took priority, which the family members have spoken of to the media.
Why are the Braxtons returning to television?
Braxton Family Values returned as The Braxtons, primarily to honor the final wish of its late member. During her battle with cancer, Traci had reportedly shared a strong desire for the reunification of her family on television.
The new reality series will continue the legacy of its predecessor while updating fans on everything that transpired in the meantime. Additionally, their personal and professional endeavors in these few years should take the spotlight, as would their attempts to kick off a fresh start.
When and where to watch The Braxtons?
The show began airing on August 9, 2024, with the first episode, "The Braxtons Are Back!" Moreover, each new episode will be an hour long and follow a weekly release every Friday at 9:30 pm ET/PT.
Thus, all of its eight episodes would have dropped on and by September 27, 2024. The Braxtons will be available to stream on ALLBLK. Hulu and Roku will also provide access to the series.
The Braxtons is a renewed attempt at bringing back the band of sisters together to honor their shared legacy and pay their tributes to the late Traci Braxton. For fans who have long followed the show, this new start should call for some celebration as they have more than a month-long schedule to watch for.
