The 7 Little Johnstons family drama shows no signs of slowing down — but Anna Johnston may have finally found peace outside her immediate household. According to a Reddit post that quickly gained traction among fans, Anna spent Christmas surrounded by what many are calling her “new real family.”
Photos and videos from the holiday gathering were reportedly shared by Anna’s aunt, Heidi, and later reposted by fans online. The images show Anna smiling, relaxed, and genuinely happy — a stark contrast to the tension viewers have seen between her and her parents, Amber and Trent Johnston.
Anna's Beautiful Xmas with her new real family
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Fans were quick to point out that Anna’s Christmas celebration did not include her parents or siblings. Instead, she spent the holiday with extended family members who appeared to welcome her without judgment or pressure. Many viewers noted that this support system seems to offer Anna the sense of belonging she has been missing for quite some time.
One detail that stood out to fans was the absence of Anna’s new boyfriend from the Christmas gathering. While some speculated that the relationship may still be new, others felt the holiday was intentionally kept focused on family healing rather than romance. Reddit commenters overwhelmingly praised Aunt Heidi and the rest of the extended family for stepping up when Anna’s immediate family did not. Several fans noted that Anna has remained close with Heidi and her daughters despite the ongoing estrangement from her parents.
“She looks genuinely happy for the first time in a long time,” one fan commented. “That’s what unconditional family support looks like.”
Fans also couldn’t help but point out another moment that added fuel to the ongoing controversy — the Johnston family’s decision to take a Christmas family portrait without Anna.
One comment in particular struck a nerve with viewers and quickly gained attention online. A fan wrote, “I don’t think I would have done a FAMILY portrait without Anna. That just shows you all care nothing about her. Very sad. She needs to walk away from you all for good.”
For many fans, the missing presence of Anna in the holiday photo symbolized everything they believe has gone wrong in the family dynamic. Several viewers felt the decision sent a clear message — intentional or not — that Anna is no longer being treated as part of the family unit. Others argued that excluding her from a “family” portrait during the holidays was especially painful, given Anna’s past admissions about feeling lonely and unsupported. The moment further solidified why so many fans continue to side with Anna and believe distancing herself may be the healthiest option.
Anna has previously opened up about feeling isolated and excluded, and she has hinted on social media that loneliness has been a major struggle. Seeing her surrounded by people who clearly care about her sparked an emotional response from viewers, many of whom have publicly sided with Anna amid the family fallout.
While neither Anna nor the Johnston family has addressed the Christmas celebration directly, fans believe the moment speaks volumes. For many, it confirms what they have long suspected — that Anna is building a healthier, more supportive life outside the environment that once caused her so much pain. As the current season of 7 Little Johnstons continues, viewers are watching closely to see whether reconciliation is possible. For now, fans are simply relieved to see Anna spending the holidays feeling loved, accepted, and at peace.
