Maddie Ziegler, renowned for her performances in Sia’s music videos and as a star on the reality show “Dance Moms,” made a memorable guest appearance on the Disney Channel’s hit musical/comedy series “Austin & Ally.” In the episode titled “Homework & Hidden Talents,” which is part of the show’s fourth season, Ziegler portrayed the character Shelby.

The episode revolves around Shelby, a talented student who has been overshadowed by her sister. The main characters, Austin (Ross Lynch), Ally (Laura Marano), Trish (Raini Rodriguez), and Dez (Calum Worthy), help Shelby embrace her talent. Interestingly, while Maddie Ziegler is known for her dance skills, her character Shelby’s talents extend to playing musical instruments, notably the violin.

This special episode aired on Saturday, March 23, and was a part of Disney’s “Tune In 4 What?!” programming event. The event featured various stars making cameos on different Disney shows, with Ziegler’s participation being a highlight for fans of both “Austin & Ally” and Maddie Ziegler herself​​.