THEN AND NOW: The stars of 'Dance Moms' nearly 10 years later

Martha SorrenFeb 3, 2021, 21:00 IST

"Dance Moms" first aired nearly 10 years ago.Jason Merritt/KCA2015/Getty Images

The reality show "Dance Moms" first premiered in 2011, nearly 10 years ago.
JoJo Siwa has gone on to achieve a massive social-media following.
Maddie Ziegler made it big when she danced in Sia's music video.

It's been almost 10 years since "Dance Moms" first premiered on Lifetime in 2011.

The hit reality series introduced the world to controversial figure Abby Lee Miller, the strict teacher of the elite Abby Lee Dance Company.

Although the show mainly focused on the drama stirred by the students' mothers, many of the young dancers have achieved mainstream success and moved on to acting, singing, and more.

Here's what the cast of "Dance Moms" has been up to:

Maddie Ziegler was 8 years old when "Dance Moms" started filming.

Maddie Ziegler on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

The 18-year-old is one of the most famous dancers to emerge from the show.

Maddie Ziegler is set to appear in the "West Side Story" remake. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

Maddie's younger sister, Mackenzie, was one of the youngest ALDC dancers.

Mackenzie Ziegler on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

She's now focusing on a singing career.

Mackenzie Ziegler released an album, "Phases," in 2018. Paul Archuleta/Getty Images

Chloe Lukasiak often played second fiddle to Maddie.

Chloe Lukasiak on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Now, she's attending college.

Chloe Lukasiak has said she's attending Pepperdine University. John Wolfsohn/Getty Images

Nia Sioux was 10 when her "Dance Moms" journey began.

Nia Sioux on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Nia is currently enrolled at UCLA.

Nia Sioux is acting and singing while attending UCLA. Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images

Brooke Hyland was the oldest member of the team when the show started.

Brooke Hyland on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Brooke eventually got the normal school experience she wanted.

Brooke Hyland graduated from Ohio University. Presley Ann/Getty Images

Brooke's younger sister, Paige, was 10 years old when the show started.

Paige Hyland on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Paige is now a college student with millions of Instagram followers.

Paige Hyland occasionally dances on TikTok. Johnny Nunez/Getty Images

Kendall Vertes joined the show on season two.

Kendall Vertes on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Kendall is now an actress and singer.

Kendall Vertes has appeared in several films. Paul Archuleta/Getty Images

Asia Monet Ray joined the show during season three.

Asia Monet Ray on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

Asia is now focusing on a singing career.

Asia Monet Ray posts song covers on YouTube. Yuchen Liao/Getty Images

Kalani Hilliker joined the elite dance team during season four.

Kalani Hilliker on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

The 20-year-old is still dancing.

Kalani Hilliker launched a line of prom dresses. Dana Pleasant/Getty Images for boohoo.com

JoJo Siwa joined the "Dance Moms" cast in 2015.

JoJo Siwa on "Dance Moms." Lifetime

She's one of the most famous stars to come from the show.

JoJo Siwa has millions of followers and subscribers across multiple platforms. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP Images

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