Dance Moms Alum Brooke Hyland Marries Longtime Boyfriend Brian Thalman

Brooke's Dance Moms costars attended the wedding and shared photos on social media.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Brooke Hyland, a former cast member of the reality TV series Dance Moms, married her longtime boyfriend Brian Thalman on Saturday, February 21. Several of Brooke's former Dance Moms costars, including Kendall Vertes, Kenzie Ziegler, Chloe Lukasiak, and Nia Sioux, attended the wedding and shared photos on social media. Brooke and Brian first met in 2021 when Brooke was visiting her hometown of Pittsburgh, and he proposed to her in May 2024.

Why it matters

Brooke Hyland's wedding is a significant event for fans of the popular reality TV series Dance Moms, as it brings together the show's former cast members and highlights the enduring friendships they formed during their time on the program.

The details

Brooke and Brian got engaged in May 2024 in Pittsburgh's Frick Park, surrounded by their families. They then hosted an engagement party at the miniature golf venue Puttery in Pittsburgh, with a theme of "Tini Found Her Thalman." Brooke's bachelorette party took place in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and her bridal shower was attended by her Dance Moms costars, including Kendall Vertes, Jill Vertes, Melissa Gisoni, and Christi Lukasiak.

  • Brooke and Brian got engaged in May 2024.
  • Brooke's bachelorette party took place in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in early September 2025.
  • Brooke's bridal shower was held earlier this year.

The players

Brooke Hyland

A former cast member of the reality TV series Dance Moms, who starred on the show from 2011 to 2014.

Brian Thalman

Brooke Hyland's longtime boyfriend, whom she married on February 21, 2026.

Kendall Vertes

A former Dance Moms cast member who attended Brooke's wedding and shared photos on social media.

Kenzie Ziegler

A former Dance Moms cast member who attended Brooke's wedding.

Chloe Lukasiak

A former Dance Moms cast member who attended Brooke's wedding.

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What they’re saying

“What an amazing night!”

— Melissa Gisoni, Dance Moms mother (Instagram)

The takeaway

Brooke Hyland's wedding brings together the former cast members of Dance Moms, showcasing the enduring friendships and connections that were forged during their time on the popular reality TV series.