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Maddie Ziegler

Early Life and Family

Maddie Ziegler is an American actress, dancer, and model born on September 30, 2002, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to parents Melissa Ziegler-Gisoni and Kurt Ziegler. She began taking dance lessons at age two and, by four, joined the Abby Lee Dance Company, where she trained in various styles including tap, ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance.

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Ziegler has a younger sister, Mackenzie Ziegler, who is also a dancer and singer and appeared alongside her on the reality television series Dance Moms. She also has two older half-brothers from her father’s previous marriage and two older step-siblings from her stepfather’s side. Maddie initially attended Sloan Elementary School but transitioned to homeschooling in 2013 to accommodate her growing career.

Rise to Fame on Dance Moms

Ziegler gained national recognition after joining the Lifetime reality television show Dance Moms at age eight. Known for her standout technique and stage presence, she participated in the series for six seasons. During this time, she competed with Abby Lee Dance Company and won numerous titles at the regional, state, and national levels. Her strong performances on the show significantly boosted her profile in the entertainment industry.

Her mother, Melissa, and sister, Mackenzie, were also featured on the show, becoming familiar faces to the show’s audience. The family's dedication to dance and performance contributed to the show's popularity.


Quick Facts
Birth Date: 30 Sep, 2002
Age: 17 yrs
Occupations: Dancer
Actor
Model
Television actor
Voice actor
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Pittsburgh
Gender: Female
Description: American dancer/actress
Net Worth 2021: 5 million
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Last Modified: Mar 16 2025
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