She’s best known as a former member of the Abby Lee Dance Company, where she made quite a name for herself before gaining wider recognition from her appearances on the popular reality show Dance Moms. Her favorite style? Tap dance—she absolutely loves it and has always gravitated toward its rhythm and precision. Before all the spotlight, though, her journey began at just 18 months old, thanks to her dedicated mom, Cathy. Yep, her mother, Cathy Nesbitt-Stein, has been by her side every step of the way, not only coaching her from infancy but also running Candy Apple’s Dance Center, a well-known studio in the dance community. On the home front, her dad, Mike, keeps things grounded as an insurance adjuster. And while family plays a big role in her story, it’s important to note that she was adopted—a part of her background that shaped her early life in meaningful ways. Throughout it all, she’s remained a standout talent, with determination and passion clearly running in her veins.
She often collaborated with Mackenzie Ziegler during the first season of Dance Moms, mainly because they were so close in age. Mackenzie Ziegler brought great energy to their routines, and working together felt natural for her. Being around the same age definitely helped them connect both on and off the dance floor. Over time, she and Mackenzie Ziegler developed a strong partnership that stood out throughout the season.