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The Anna-Sized Hole in the Show

As you noted, Anna Johnston is officially done. She confirmed during a TikTok Live in February 2026 that she did not film for this season. While she expressed a heartbreaking desire for a “truce” with her parents, she admitted the estrangement is taking a massive toll on her mental health.

• The Narrative: Fans are already calling out the “dumb scenes” used to fill the void, like Amber trying on her old wedding dress.

• The “Why”: Anna claims the family continues to use her as a storyline even when she isn’t there, and she’s rightfully focused on her own successful life and career outside the TLC cameras.

Elizabeth’s Wedding: A Divided Event

The wedding of Elizabeth Johnston and Brice Bolden took place on November 8, 2025, at the Johnston family home in Georgia. While it will be the focal point of Season 17 (premiering March 17, 2026), the guest list was the ultimate confirmation of the family’s “Team Amber” vs. “Team Anna” split.

• The Excluded: Anna confirmed she was not invited. This contradicts some earlier social media posts from Liz that suggested Anna just “didn’t show up.”

• Aunt Heidi: You were spot on—Aunt Heidi and her daughters, Ella and Carrington, were also notably absent from the festivities. The prevailing theory is that their unwavering support for Anna led to their exclusion from the 80-person guest list.

A Somber Note: The Loss of “Nana”

The trailer does pay tribute to a significant family loss. Trent’s mother, known to fans as Nana, passed away in October 2025.

Note: The show recently mourned the loss of Trent’s father, “Poppy,” in early 2025. Facing the loss of both patriarch and matriarch within a year while the family is at odds adds a heavy layer of tragedy to this upcoming season.