Where is Leslie Ackerman now? 'Dance Moms' alum involved in a physical altercation with Christi Lukasiak
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Dance Moms' alum Leslie Ackerman starred in the Lifetime show since Season 4 as a guest mom. Although she never got a chance to become an OG mom, Leslie was one of the fans and Abby Lee Miller's favorite customer. Leslie is currently in Pittsburgh living with her family.
She has recently become a grandma after her daughter Payton Ackerman welcomed a baby girl. She also runs a Luma restaurant in her hometown. 'Dance Moms: Epic Showdowns' revisited Leslie and Christi Lukasiak's explosive feud which even shocked Abby. 'Dance Moms' cast visited New Orleans for a national competition in Season 3.
Although the mood of the moms was festive, things were on the edge. Leslie accused Chloe Lukasiak of getting every opportunity and called out Christi noting, "Your daughter is not always the victim." The moms then went out to let the stress out, but things only worsened. During the trip, Christi and Leslie had a few drinks and were involved in a heated argument in the street.
Christie tossed a drink in Leslie's face after the part-time mom accused OG of having too much to drink. Leslie retaliated by calling Christie a b***h and tried to throw punches. However, a producer was dragged into the feud after he tried to separate them away but Leslie unknowingly slammed him. Abby pulled Christi and Leslie from the weekly competition.
Why was Leslie Ackerman fired from 'Dance Moms'?
'Dance Moms' star Abby Lee Miller fired Leslie Ackerman from her studio and the show after their heated argument over a costume. Abby called out Leslie after she failed to find a replacement costume for her daughter, Payton, as her original costume no longer fit her properly.
Abby asked Leslie why she hadn't informed beforehand about the costume issue. However, Leslie noted that Abby didn't give her time to alter the costume or find a new one. Abby was left furious over Leslie's response and noted, "You're an embarrassment to this team." Leslie clapped back at her and said, "Abby you're f*****g perfect, aren't you?" Abby's anger was at its peak and she noted, "People that represent the Abby Lee Dance Company can't use the F word. So you're done."
Where is 'Dance Moms' alum Christi Lukasiak now?
After leaving 'Dance Moms', Christi Lukasiak has established a thriving career as an Instagram influencer with over 2 million followers. She has also created the self-help course, 'Adulting 101', which aims to educate young women on mastering the necessities of grown-up life.
Additionally, Christi alongside her daughter Chloe Lukasiak started a dance competition, Elevé, which they often promote on their social media platforms. Christi also owns an Airbnb property in New Orleans, Louisiana. She has recently hosted Lifetime's 'Dance Moms: Epic Showdowns'.
'Dance Moms: Epic Showdowns' is now available to stream on the Lifetime app.