Discover the Surprising Lives of Dance Moms Stars Beyond the Stage!

These days, the Dance Moms stars’ pillows are feeling awfully dry.

After distancing themselves from their challenging, tearful days aimed at satisfying the sharp-tongued Abby Lee Miller, the original cast members are still racking up victories.

After a highly emotional confrontation between Abby and her mother Kelly Hyland in 2013, Brooke Hyland shared in an exclusive interview with TopMob News before the Lifetime series reunion episode last May that she never danced again following her departure from the show. What’s surprising is that she doesn’t feel a strong longing for it anymore.

It seems likely that she’ll showcase some dances at her wedding with account manager Brian Thalman, which is scheduled for 2026.

If she requires any assistance during this journey, she can seek advice from her sister and maid of honor, Paige Hyland, who is experiencing her own relationship milestones by living with her boyfriend, Jayvon Thrift, for six years. Alternatively, she could consult Kalani Hilliker, another bride-to-be, as she plans her vows to her future husband, Nathan Goldman.

Chances are the guest lists for both events will be filled with some familiar faces. 

Last spring, Kalani clarified to TopMob that perhaps not everyone realizes we are friends. Often, due to multiple storylines involving our mothers on the show, it seems like we all dislike each other or have chosen allegiances with different individuals. However, in truth, we’re quite close.

Since they no longer compete against each other for the top position, it’s far more enjoyable to celebrate one another’s victories instead.

Over the past year and a half, I’ve been absolutely thrilled to witness milestones of my favorite stars! Chloé Lukasiak and Nia Sioux have gracefully stepped into their post-college lives, JoJo Siwa and Kenzie Ziegler have gifted us with new music, Maddie Ziegler has graced the big screen once more, and fellow college graduate Kendall Vertes even led James Madison University’s Dukettes dance team to a championship win! It’s been an incredible journey watching them shine!

Indeed, her Instagram post celebrating the event attracted plenty of likes and comments from her past group of friends.

Chloe, on the occasion of her 24th birthday, expressed their unique connection saying, “Even if I haven’t seen them for a decade, upon meeting again, it would feel as if no time had passed. This is because experiences like ours form an incredibly strong bond that leaves us with an innate understanding of one another.

Last year during our reunion in New York City, we celebrated by getting matching tattoos, a testament to the deep bond we share. Just as Chloé so eloquently expressed, “I consider these women my dearest friends, my sisters. It feels like extending our family ties.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: They’re blessed with an extended family of supportive parents, guardians, and kin who cheer them on in their solitary journey through life, serving as a safety net and source of inspiration.

Explore how each exceptional dancer from Abby’s Junior Elite competition team has been spending their time away from the dance floor.

For over a decade since the dancer from Pennsylvania won our hearts as the undisputed leader of Abby Lee Dance Company, she’s soared from being a popular figure in pop star Sia’s music videos to an actress with roles in films such as Sia’s directorial debut “Music”, the 2021 remake of “West Side Story”, and the 2024 film “My Old Ass”.

Apart from that, she also published the New York Times best-selling memoir titled “The Maddie Diaries” in 2017. This memoir was a huge success. Additionally, she has been a judge on the new version of the dance competition show called “So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation.” Furthermore, she collaborated with her younger sister, Kenzie Ziegler, for their podcast named “Take 20 With Maddie and Kenzie.” In an interview with TopMob News, Maddie shared that the aim of the podcast was to be more casual and authentic, rather than heavily produced.

In the future, she plans to establish her personal beauty empire. She expressed this desire by saying, “I hope to create my own line someday. It sounds incredible to me, and it’s a dream I’ve had for a long time.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but feel a deep connection with her music. After mastering acrobatics, one of her recent releases in 2023 titled “Anatomy” is a profound ballad that delves into her complex relationship with her estranged father. In an interview with People, she candidly shared, “I’m venturing beyond my comfort zone with this single, and I’m expressing myself authentically in a way that transcends social media—this song is my story.

Respectfully acknowledging the approximately 15 million followers of Dance Mom on Instagram, she delved even more profoundly for her third album, titled biting my tongue, that was released in July 2024.

She shared with TopMob News, “This is the first opportunity I’ve had to discuss significant events in my life and express personal matters close to my heart. I hope people gain something from this experience – whether it brings them joy, causes them sorrow, or helps them empathize.

Almost a decade since she last performed on Dance Moms, the trophy-winning soloist was eager to resume dancing on the stage once more.

In her own words, “I yearned for the joy of dance again, and sought a means to reconnect with something that held such deep affection for me.” The author of “Girl on Pointe: Chloe’s Guide to Taking on the World” described the inception of Elevé National Dance Competition, a venture she embarked upon alongside her mother Christi Lukasiak, and fellow duo Diane and Brittany Pent. “I aimed to construct an experience vastly different from my own. I desired to foster something uplifting.” She pushed herself to conceive a project that would reignite her passion for dance.

Even though the competition concluded a year ago, the Pepperdine University graduate continues to push boundaries. Primarily focusing on content creation, this recent New York City resident has also been working on her debut fiction fantasy novel, as she shared with TopMob News in 2023. She’s also thinking deeply about her upcoming projects. “I’ve discovered the past couple of years that everything falls into place just as it should.

Originally from OG, both a company insider and an ardent fan of death drops, this individual has been consistently dominating in the realms of music (releasing her single “Low Key Love” in 2020) and acting. She stars in the web series titled “Sunnyside Up” and has graced 59 episodes of “The Bold and the Beautiful“.

Additionally, as she concluded her studies at UCLA (earning a degree in American Literature and Culture in June 2024), she was also pursuing a career in Hollywood. Notably, she released her single “IMMA CATCH” and made it onto Variety’s 2023 Young Hollywood Impact Report.

In May 2024, she expressed her enthusiasm to TopMob News about dedicating herself to her profession and artistic skills. She’s now ready to embark on her journey, explore, innovate, and attempt fresh ventures, with the hopes of directing more projects, acting in more roles, singing more songs, and overall, performing more in various capacities.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d like to share an intriguing way of connecting with people: swapping individual activities for group adventures. Recently, I had the pleasure of leading a 2023 expedition to Costa Rica, where we transformed from acquaintances into emotional farewell friends over the course of seven unforgettable days. I captured this heartwarming moment on Instagram in July, stating, “From strangers to tearful goodbyes at the airport, our journey together was nothing short of magical.

Following that, there was a six-day adventure across Croatia, reminiscent of her European backpacking trip post-graduation from Ohio University. She described it as an experience filled with discovering stunning landscapes and cultures, and forming friendships that would last a lifetime. “It truly was an unforgettable journey,” she added.

As a Pittsburgh local and an enthusiastic follower, I make the best use of my marketing background when I’m in the U.S., particularly after my engagement to Brian Thalman in May 2024. I channel this degree not only through my Bite-Sized Foodie Instagram account but also by collaborating with my sister Paige on our shared Hyland Sisters brand.

Recently, the multiseason veterinarian hasn’t had many tears left to shed at night due to her busy schedule. Following her graduation from West Virginia University in May 2023, where Christi Lukasiak posted a heartfelt message of congratulations on her social media, the model and influencer has been traveling extensively, visiting places like the Hamptons, Colorado, and Wyoming.

Among Paige’s top travel companions, aside from her sister Brooke, is her long-term boyfriend and former college football player, Jayvon Thrift. In a 2022 post, she expressed her affection for him as a fitness model, saying “I adore you in every possible way.

In July 2024, the couple celebrated their five-year milestone by taking the next step and leasing their very first apartment. Paige expressed her excitement for this new journey ahead on Instagram with the caption, “A fresh chapter begins soon.

Previously, the James Madison University alum was still amassing awards as a member of the college’s triumphant dance team. In a September 2023 Instagram post, she expressed, “My younger self would be filled with pride.” Notably, her dance mentor, Jill Vertes, responded, “I couldn’t be prouder of my daughter Kendall.

Apart from venturing into acting (with roles in the 2019 film “Rapunzel: A Princess Frozen in Time” and a live-action version of “Anastasia”), and a singing career under Kendall K, she has also secured multiple endorsements due to her over 11 million followers on Instagram.

In only two seasons of the original series, following her participation in Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, JoJo with a Bow Bow seemingly outshone everyone else, leading to a substantial YouTube fanbase, a licensing deal with Nickelodeon, an abundance of merchandise, and a place on Time’s list of the 100 most influential people in 2020.

In her conversation with Kelly Ripa, she shared that one of the most significant lessons she gained from “Dance Moms” was the need to either thrive or struggle – not literally in a pool, but rather to possess the ability to persevere and have a strong desire for success.

Nowadays, she’s not just keeping afloat; she’s making waves. In 2021, the LGBTQ+ icon teamed up with Jenna Johnson to be the first same-sex pair on the American edition of ‘Dancing with the Stars’.

Currently, she’s aiming for an even larger platform, sharing with Raven-Symoné and spouse Miranda Pearman-Maday, “My ambition, my heart’s desire, is to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show.” If she manages to land that opportunity, as she mentioned during a 2023 episode of The Best Podcast Ever, her plans are to retire and start a family.

At her home in Arizona, the versatile individual who dances, acts, and runs businesses is wholeheartedly immersing herself in a period she refers to as her “health and wellness phase”. In 2023, she plans to introduce her own beauty brand named Kare.

In her conversation with TopMob News, she shared that she battles anxiety. Her ambition, she said, stemmed from a desire to establish a brand that welcomes everyone, providing a tranquil space where one can unwind, prioritize self-care, and cultivate resilience for daily life challenges.

Indeed, the star who debuted during season 4, having initially gained fame on “Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition,” continues to excel in every graceful arabesque. She has once more immersed herself in dance and instruction, and shared her insights:

“I must admit my teaching style deviates significantly from Abby’s, or that of most of my past instructors. I aim to be compassionate yet demanding, encouraging them to reach their full potential.” The dancer publicly declared her engagement to Nathan Goldman in August 2024. “I believe in being kind, but also in challenging them to become the best they can possibly be.

Reflecting back on my early days in the spotlight, I, Asia, can truthfully say I had a rewarding journey despite stepping away from the TV limelight before turning 10. After gracing the screens for a season each on Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, Dance Moms, and my own series Raising Asia, I shared with TopMob News in 2021 that it was an exceptional experience overall, even though not everyone else might have felt the same. In retrospect, there’s nothing I would alter about my time on those shows at all.

2023 finds me, an ecstatic graduate, closing my high school chapter in June. As the Valedictorian, I stand tall with an immense sense of accomplishment, having reached a cherished personal milestone. The future beckons, and I’m eagerly anticipating the adventures that await!

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I can confidently say that my horizon is looking brighter than ever. With an abundance of exciting brand collaborations underway, invitations to the most sought-after events filling up my calendar, and the release of my dance-infused single “Oh Boys” accompanied by my namesake album, it’s clear that the best is yet to come!

Regarding her experience as a reality TV personality, she shared with TopMob, “I truly appreciated the time spent and the years spent on television during my youth. Though it might appear extravagant, it provided opportunities that significantly shaped my life – experiences I wouldn’t trade for anything.

Ever since he joined the team during season 7, the St. Louis native has been dancing on significantly bigger stages.

Between touring with Kendrick Lamar and participating in Usher’s Las Vegas residency and Super Bowl halftime show, she performed on the Grammy stage alongside Missy Elliott. She expressed her gratitude for this February 2023 experience by writing, “Beyond blessed!!!

Following performances at the Hollywood Bowl for The Lion King’s 30th anniversary and sharing the stage with Chloe Bailey at the BET Awards, she intends to continue scaling her personal mountain. As she expressed on Instagram in December 2022, marking the conclusion of a 76-show run with Lamar, “I know this is just the start.

In a heartfelt YouTube video with my dearest friend Kelsey Millar from 2023, I confessed that after wrapping up a three-season journey where I endeavored to fill Maddie’s dance shoes, I yearned for the simplicity of high school life and the camaraderie of my friends. High school wasn’t exactly a walk in the park, but looking back, I’m grateful for the experience. Now that I’ve tasted both worlds, I understand what makes me tick. There has to be a sweet spot where I can harmonize these two realities in my life.

2021 graduate found herself starting the Out of Line podcast along with Millar, as well as sharing her journeys to Coachella and Stagecoach festivals with her 3 million Instagram followers. Furthermore, she had multiple encounters with fans while accompanying her dance pupils to competitions.

In one instance, Brynn, who maintains a strong bond with Kenzie, commented that it was adorable. This is how the conversation went: “Kids, you seem to think I’m famous!” Brynn jokingly exclaimed.

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2025-05-25 10:18