When it comes to reality TV, few shows have delivered as much drama, chaos, and sheer “WTF” energy as Dance Moms. From screaming matches to jaw-dropping performances, this show had us glued to the screen with some truly unforgettable moments. Whether it’s Abby Lee Miller’s wild outbursts or the moms’ epic meltdowns, Dance Moms never failed to make us question, “Did that really just happen?” So, buckle up as we count down the top 10 most outrageous, shocking, and downright bizarre Dance Moms moments in history!
10. When Abby criticized Sophia Lucia's voice saying, "Minnie Mouse has a job, we don't need another one".
9. When Cathy hit Abby with her purse and Abby threw water on Cathy.
8. When Abby told a Candy Apples dancer to get her ears fixed (or pinned back). This actually made me cry for her.
7. When the last dance ever on Dance Moms caused MAJOR controversy by being provocative. Even Abby walked out and it caused Brynn and Ashley to quit the show/team.
6. When Cathy says she will "slit her wrists" if her daughter Vivi takes up softball instead of dancing. #Momoftheyear. They've removed it from all online clips but you can still hear it in the episode.
5. When Abby reversed out of the auditorium during a competition to go to Baskin Robbins. (I would LOVE to know how much Baskin Robbins' sales went up after this aired.)
4. When Cathy made us LOL by making the season one Moms' Dance a solo piece.
3. When Jill wanted "My Little Kendall" to play Rosa Parks in the group dance.
2. When way down yonder in New Orleans, there was a drink-throwing brawl between Christy and Leslie on Bourbon Street.
When there was big trouble in the big apple: Kelly and Abby's physical fight heard 'round the world. I mean, you knew this one was coming, right?
Want more Abby Lee Miller content? Catch her newest show Mad House Season 1 on Brandon TV. Season 2 is set to start filming this year!