Gypsy Sisters

About Gypsy Sisters

The 'Gypsy Sisters' is an American reality television series that aired on the TLC network. The show, which first premiered in 2013, explores the lives and culture of Romani people in America - specifically, a group of women from West Virginia. With their unique traditions and lively personalities, these ladies banter, brawl, and bond in a drama-filled depiction of contemporary Romani life in America.

Making/Production

'Gypsy Sisters' is produced by Firecracker Films, the same production company that created 'My Big Fat American Gypsy Wedding.' The show thrives on unveiling the intricate details of the gypsy lifestyle as it unfolds in America, highlighting both the upbeat and the difficult parts of their day-to-day lives.

Actors

• Mellie Stanley: Known as the black sheep of the family, Mellie wasn't afraid of disposing her wild life and sharp tongue.
• Nettie Stanley: As the undisputed matriarch of the family, Nettie spoke her mind and was involved in almost all family combats.
• Kayla Williams: Another strong and opinionated sister, Kayla often found herself in the middle of Nettie's and Mellie's feuds.
• JoAnn Wells: Mellie's older sister, and while she made an effort to stay out of family drama, she often got caught in the crossfire.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The Romani culture is a major focus of the show, shedding light on traditions like child marriages and cousin marriages, often seen as controversial in non-Romani cultures.
• The show initially stemmed from a spin-off of 'My Big Fat American Gypsy Wedding', where the Stanley sisters had initially appeared.
• The show ended after four seasons, with some speculating that legal issues and controversies linked to cast members led to its cancellation.

Quotes

• "We may fight, and we may fuss, but the love that's in this family no one can touch." - Nettie Stanley
• "Us sisters are every color of the rainbow. We have our bright days; we have our dark days. But in the end, all the colors come together to make one beautiful picture." - Mellie Stanley

Music, Soundtrack

• As a reality TV show, 'Gypsy Sisters' doesn't have a specifically curated soundtrack. Most of the music is a mix of pop and country tracks played in the background during episodes.