Christi Lukasiak, former star of the reality TV show "Dance Moms," was recently arrested for a DUI after crashing her car into a tree in Pennsylvania.
According to Daily Mail, the incident occurred on June 27, and Lukasiak's preliminary hearing is scheduled for August 13.
TMZ said the crash left a telephone pole dangerously hanging over her car. The Westmoreland County police report noted that Lukasiak, 47, exhibited signs of impairment, including bloodshot and glassy eyes, slurred speech, and the odor of alcohol.
Lukasiak admitted to consuming two glasses of wine before driving. She submitted to a preliminary breath test, which returned a positive result. Field sobriety tests administered by police indicated that she was impaired. Lukasiak is now facing legal consequences and must appear for a preliminary hearing in August.
During her four seasons on "Dance Moms," Lukasiak was no stranger to controversy. In season three, dance instructor Abby Lee Miller suspended her from the team after an altercation in New Orleans.
In a 2012 Huffington Post reflection, Lukasiak addressed rumors about her drinking, stating she was not a "huge drinker" but did enjoy an occasional cocktail with friends.
"If there's one thing I would go back and change about last season, it would have to be my jokes about drinking," Lukasiak told the Huffington Post. She emphasized that she was often criticized, from her decision to join the show to her parenting skills.
After a fight with Miller, Lukasiak and her daughter Chloe left the show following season four. The altercation occurred after Miller criticized Chloe's technique at Nationals.
Despite their departure, Lukasiak and Chloe made a brief reappearance in season seven and returned for "Dance Moms: The Reunion." Lukasiak joined the reunion via FaceTime.
Lukasiak's recent arrest brings renewed attention to her and her family's past and present challenges. Her hearing in August will determine the next steps in her legal journey.
Christi Lukasiak's arrest for DUI on June 27 has sparked renewed interest in her life post-"Dance Moms." Following the incident, police reported that she showed signs of impairment, and a breath test confirmed the presence of alcohol. Lukasiak has admitted to drinking wine before the crash, and field sobriety tests also indicated her impairment.
Chloe Lukasiak, known for her time on "Dance Moms," often clashed with instructor Abby Lee Miller, leading to her departure after a heated altercation, though she later returned for brief appearances. Her past comments about alcohol and her portrayal on the show have come under scrutiny amid her current legal proceedings. The upcoming hearing is expected to clarify the legal repercussions Lukasiak will face.
