Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition Winner Season 1

Okay, let's talk about Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition, Season 1. Remember that show? Big personalities and even bigger hair.

Specifically, let's zoom in on the winner: Brianna Haire. Now, before you sharpen your pitchforks, hear me out.

The Underdog Story?

Brianna was good, no doubt. But was she *winner* good? That's the question that's been swirling in my brain since 2012.

Maybe it was the edit. She often played the "sweet and quiet" role.

Remember Cindy? Oh boy, she certainly had an opinion or two.

Was it the Right Choice?

I'm not saying Brianna didn't deserve her success. Hard work is hard work.

But I always felt like some other dancers were more technically gifted. Maybe more captivating onstage.

Think about Asia Monet Ray, for example. Tiny dynamo! She oozed charisma.

Or what about Madison O'Connor? Her lines were incredible. She was technically amazing.

And don't forget Lexi Bendig. She was one of the older dancers. It felt as though she had more professional experience.

Perhaps I'm being harsh. After all, Abby Lee Miller was the ultimate judge. And she saw something special in Brianna.

The "Abby" Factor

Let's be honest, Abby Lee Miller had her preferences. She had a certain *type* she gravitated toward.

Was Brianna that type? Maybe. She was certainly coachable. Which is a big plus in Abby's book.

Or perhaps it was strategy. A perceived underdog can make for a more satisfying narrative.

Maybe the producers loved that angle. More drama, more viewers, more money for everyone!

The Unpopular Opinion

Okay, here it comes. My slightly controversial, possibly heretical opinion:

I think someone else should have won.

There! I said it. Feel free to disagree.

It is my opinion. I think that perhaps some other dancers had more potential.

Maybe they were just better suited to handle the industry. All of its challenges.

Where Are They Now?

Of course, everyone's journey is different. What matters is where they ended up.

Brianna has continued to dance and pursue her dreams. That's fantastic!

And the other dancers from Season 1? They're all doing amazing things, too.

They're dancing, teaching, choreographing, and living their best lives. It's wonderful to see.

Food for Thought

Ultimately, Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition was a TV show. Entertainment above all else.

It’s fun to debate the outcomes. To share your "unpopular opinions".

It got us talking, thinking, and maybe even inspired a few dancers along the way.

So, what do *you* think? Was Brianna the right choice? Or was there someone else who deserved the crown?

Let the debates begin! (But please, be nice. It's just dance, after all.)