Dance Diaries: First Trophy, Fierce Passion — The Moment I Knew I’d Be a Choreographer

In this episode of our Dance Diaries series, Abby takes us back to where it all began: the first time she saw her own dancers stand on stage, heard her name called, and held her very first trophy. Still competing under her mother Maryen Lorrain Miller’s name, Abby gives an inside look at the early ALDC experience before it was even official. She describes the first routines she ever choreographed—simple but heartfelt—and how she pulled a few friends together to form her very first team. These early moments weren’t just about winning; they were the start of a journey that made her realize she was born not just to dance, but to lead. Join us each week as we rewatch and recap your favorite moments/episodes of Dance Moms, Abby’s Ultimate Dance Competition, Abby’s Studio Rescue, and Mad House spilling behind the scenes secrets, exclusive never-before-seen content and more!  Abby Lee Apparel: *Use Code: ALDCELITE* for 15% OFF your first order today! www.abbyleedancecompany.com  Learn more North Shore Animal League and how you can help make a donation to better the quality of life for Animals in need! https://www.animalleague.org Shop Podcast Merch! https://shop.hurrdatmedia.com/collections/leave-it-on-the-dance-floor  CONNECT WITH ABBY LEE:  PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/THEREALABBYLEE  CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/therealabbylee  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@therealabbyleemiller  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therealabbylee  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialAbbyLeeMiller/  X(TWITTER): https://twitter.com/abby_lee_miller  TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@aldctherealabbylee This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices