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Who is dance moms’ Kelly Hyland and what was she diagnosed with?

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Ever since the conclusion of Dance Moms, Kelly Hyland and her daughters have maintained a strong presence on TV and online. The reality star and her kids were regular cast members on the Lifetime series from seasons 1 to 4.

Kelly Hyland, born on May 16, 1971, is a reality TV star, podcaster, and former dancer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She was previously married to Randy Hyland, with whom she shares three children: Brooke, Josh, and Paige.

Known for their appearances on Dance Moms, Kelly, Brooke, and Paige gained popularity during their time on the show. However, the trio left after Kelly’s physical altercation with Abby Lee Miller. Since then, Kelly has moved to Florida and ventured into podcasting.

Kelly, along with her Dance Moms co-stars Holly Hatcher-Frazier, Melissa Gisoni, and Jill Vertes, co-hosted a podcast called Because We Said So, which later ended in 2024 to launch Dear Dance Mom. Additionally, Kelly co-hosts another podcast titled Back to the Barre with Christi Lukasiak.

On May 29, 2024, Kelly revealed that she had been diagnosed with grade 3 invasive carcinoma, a form of breast cancer. She shared that the diagnosis came as a shock, especially after experiencing significant weight loss. Despite the difficult news, Kelly expressed gratitude for the support of her children and friends during this challenging time.

Kelly’s daughters, Paige and Brooke, also shared their emotional responses to their mother’s diagnosis. Paige described feeling a mix of shock, fear, and confusion, while Brooke recalled the strength her mother has shown in the face of adversity.

As Kelly embarks on her journey to battle breast cancer, her family and fans are rallying around her with love and support. The resilient reality star is determined to face this challenge head-on, with her loved ones by her side every step of the way.

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