Ready or not, though, they were coming.

And, suffice it to say, these women made an impression.

If you were a fan of the show, you’re probably thinking, “Which one?”

Gypsy Sisters Nettie Stanley

So, really, is it any wonder the Stanley sisters and their cousinssoon after got a spinoff?

In particular,Kayla Williams and Nettie Stanley clashedhard both verbally and physically.

And while that may not have turned out to be entirely true (keep reading!

My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding Fight

), no one can deny Stanley’s love for her son, Richard Joe Whetzel.

Accidental or otherwise, she considered the child a turning point in her life.

But most importantly, I am in a better situation to take care of myself and Lil Richard!"

Gypsy Sisters Kayla Williams Nettie Stanley fight

However, true tragedy touched the women in 2015 when Nettie Stanley’s 22-year-old stepson died.

Apparently, a fight broke out during a basketball game, at which time Rocky was attacked.

Despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his wounds shortly after.

Gypsy Sisters Mellie gives birth

In a statement issued at the time of Rock’s death, TLC expressed their condolences.

The women were supposedly set to receive a cut of the profit from Wells.

Wells was later released on bail.

Gypsy Sisters stepson Rocky Stanley

The charges included seven counts of felony criminal simulation for essentially creating fake coupons (sound familiar?)

“I am REALLY excited about this new project!”

she toldCarl’s Jukeboxblogin 2014.

Gypsy Sisters Mellie Stanley

“It’s still pretty new to me and I’m still learning my way!

But it’s definitely coming along!

I am involved 100% with all the designing and the whole nine yards!

Gypsy Sisters Kayla Williams

But to order for now you just have to get in touch with my manager Dustin!”

But, hey, you win some you lose some, right?

At least Williams put herself out there.

Gypsy Sisters Nettie Stanley

But despite her temper, this mama-of-nine seemed to be the person everyone depended on in a crisis.

If Mellie was the black sheep, Stanley was the mother hen.

In a 2014 interview with the My Makeup Bag Baby blog, Stanley admitted she runs a tight ship.

Gypsy Sisters Cast

The show may have ended for a tragic reason

Here’s where things get really dicey.

Inside, police found the dead body of the small dog.

Gypsy Sisters, the sequel?

Gypsy Sisters Cast

Was that a glimmer of hope we felt ripple through the collectiveGypsy Sistersfandom in 2017?

Probably, and for good reason.