Raising Asia Explained
| Genre: | Reality |
| Country: | United States |
| Language: | English |
| Num Seasons: | 1 |
| Num Episodes: | 13 |
| Runtime: | 30 minutes |
| Channel: | Lifetime |
Raising Asia is an American reality television series that debuted on Lifetime on July 29, 2014. This series is a spin-off of Dance Moms. It follows the daily life of Asia Monet Ray, a then eight-year-old dancer, and her family. The show focuses mainly on Asia's career as a dancer and the repercussions fame can have on a family.[1]
Synopsis
Raising Asia features Asia Monet Ray and follows both her singing and dancing career. This show also brings to light many of the other activities and performances Asia participates in. The series captures the day-to-day life of the Ray family and how they raise an eight-year-old celebrity. The series aired on Lifetime.
Cast
- Asia Monet Ray is a dancer, singer, student, actress, and gymnast. She has appeared on the shows Dance Moms and Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition.
- Kristie Ray, a former fitness model is Asia's mother. She has appeared on the shows Dance Moms and Abby's Ultimate Dance Competition alongside her daughter.
- Shawn Ray, a Hall of Fame Bodybuilder, is Asia's father.
- Bella Blu Ray is Asia's younger sister. She herself is a dancer and a gymnast.
- Anthony Burrell is Asia's main choreographer.
- Billy Hufsey is Asia's manager.
- Gina Alvarado-Samperio is Asia's aunt and Kristie's sister.
Episodes
Season 1 (2014)
Notes and References
- Nededog, J. (2014, September 9). Lifetime's 'Raising Asia' Stars Talk Finale, Address Misconceptions About Their Family Life - TheWrap. Retrieved October 22, 2014.
