Maddie Ziegler is no stranger to the spotlight. The Dance Moms-turned-West Side Story star has been in the public eye for over a decade. But this weekend was special. The 19 year old attended her first Oscars in support of Steven Spielberg’s Best Picture-nominated film, and took us along for the ride.
Ever the Gen Z icon, she answered Vogue’s knock at her hotel door in hot pink velcro rollers (they’re big on TikTok). “I’d never thought this day would come this early,” she says. “I’m really trying to just breathe and be in the moment.”
For her big debut, she went with a classic black Giambattista Valli strapless gown with a dramatic train and a bow on the waist. Some chunky Swarovski jewels lent the elegant dress a tiny bit of edge—just enough for the Academy Awards. Once she was into her dress and glammed up, she headed to the Dolby Theater. She had time for a few touch ups and a FaceTime with her parents in the car. They were just as excited for her big night.
Below, watch Ziegler’s day preparing for the Oscars.
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Filmed at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills.
