As many fans can recall, “Dance Moms” was problematic from the start.
It’s no surprise that the girls had multiple on-screen panic attacks (viaYouTube).
And as if that wasn’t problematic enough, their distress was broadcast to millions of viewers.
The following moments are just as problematic and most of them are examples of consistent issues on the show.
As of writing, the episode has been removed from all streaming platforms (via The Hollywood Reporter).
The routine ended with Ziegler’s duet partner kissing her on the lips.
“It’s horrible.”
In aReddit thread, many viewers concurred that it was inappropriate and even creepy.
It wasn’t the only time that the moms' behavior was considered racist.
That’s why you’re fat!"
“Fat shaming is not a cool thing,” she said.
Miller is also guilty of insulting dancers' physical appearances.
A mom from a rival studio corroborated Lukasiak’s account.
“It was mocking her eye and telling her to get it fixed!
It was really sad!”
Jo Anne Morales said.
“We were all so upset for Chloe and her mom!”
