Who are Leilah and Leslie Bell? 'Dance Moms: New Era' star set to dazzle with vibrant stage presence

Leilah Bell began dancing at the age of three and is now ready to make her mark on ‘Dance Moms: New Era’
'Dance Moms: New Era' mother Leslie Bell puts her personal life on hold to support her daughter Leilah’s dreams (Instagram/@leilahdancegirl)
'Dance Moms: New Era' mother Leslie Bell puts her personal life on hold to support her daughter Leilah’s dreams (Instagram/@leilahdancegirl)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Leilah Bell from 'Dance Moms: New Era', began her dance training at age 3. By 5, she was already a member of Studio Bleu, where she trained with Miss Glo. At just 7 years old, Leilah performed her first solo and earned the title of SDA Nationals Finalist.

Leilah has since earned numerous dance titles and received top scores for her performances, including being named a Ms Petite Finalist at the SDA World Dance Pageant. She excels in jazz and contemporary dance and is renowned for her vibrant stage presence and energetic personality.

Her mother, Leslie Bell, skillfully juggles a demanding career with raising three energetic children. Despite her busy schedule, Leslie remains deeply committed to supporting Leilah’s dance ambitions. She makes considerable personal sacrifices to attend Leilah’s performances and cheer her on, cherishing every opportunity to see her daughter shine on stage. Leslie’s dedication highlights the depth of her support and love for Leilah’s dancing dreams.

Who is 'Dance Moms: New Era' coach Miss Gloria Hampton?

Gloria Hampton, the new coach on 'Dance Moms: New Era', is a renowned dance instructor who was honored as the Star Dance Alliance Teacher of the Year in 2022. She leads the Bleu Junior Elites and serves as a national judge for Dance One. Her expert guidance has enabled students to perform on major stages such as Broadway, in music videos, and with professional ballet companies.

Gloria Hampton is also known for mentoring her daughter, Kaeli Ware, who is now a member of a prestigious ballet company. Her extensive experience and dedication are anticipated to bring exceptional talent and creativity to the Hulu show.

'Dance Moms: A New Era' coach Gloria Hampton (YouTube/@hulu)
'Dance Moms: A New Era' coach Gloria Hampton leads the Bleu Junior Elites and serves as a national judge for Dance One (YouTube/@hulu)

When is 'Dance Moms: New Era' releasing?

'Dance Moms: A New Era' is set to release all episodes on August 7, 2024. The new season, available exclusively on Hulu, will introduce audiences to a new group of talented young dancers and their families.

'Dance Moms: A New Era' is produced by the A+E Factual Studios group for Hulu and Lifetime. 'Dance Moms: A New Era' is being marketed as a reboot of the original 'Dance Moms' series, which aired for eight seasons from 2011 to 2019. This new version will feature a new coach, a fresh roster of young dancers, and all-new dramatic moments involving their mothers.

Gloria Hampton to lead 'Dance Moms' reboot (Instagram/@missglodance)
Gloria Hampton, the new coach on 'Dance Moms: New Era', is a renowned dance instructor (Instagram/@missglodance)

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