Riley Reacts to Riley (Finally returning to season one of TNS!) 🥰

[@maryammons3081]

bro- yes it’s a kids show but the whole riley-james-alfie thing was HEAVY! like riley and james spent half of season 4 crying and depressed bc riley cheated on her boyfriend with on of her students. like that ain’t light-

[@mustuploadtoo7543]

I've been thinking about it lately, and it's amazing how TNS has remained a beloved show for over a decade since its instant success! Many of those now working on the series owe its continued success to your contributions from the beginning and your appearances throughout the later seasons.

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

It was definitely a team effort! There are so many people who work on that show to make it a success

[@katyanderson1783]

Hope you’re doing well Brit, I appreciate that you humour us by filming these videos even if they’re not your passion. I would love to see some content you’re super proud of as well, but in the meantime I’ll divulge into this guilty pleasure content 🫶🏼

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I've actually found a lot about these videos to enjoy. Editing it together is really fun and looking back to see how far I've come as an actor has been really rewarding

[@katyanderson1783]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial you’ve come so far it’s crazy! I’ve always thought your acting was strong, but I’ve loved watching your progression through your different projects, and getting to see your mindset and perspectives change through these reactions. Glad it’s not a drag for you, thanks for posting them x

[@H_moonsrise]

Brit I love you such you have helped me for so long since I was 9 years old now I'm 11 I love that you can see how much you have improved ❤❤(also I love the season 1 reactios I would love to see season 2 next ) xoxo hollie🍒🌸🌺

[@joshhendley4437]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficialreally that’s cool Britt my hero

[@NusaybahSuleiman-qf7nc]

⁠@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial❤hi Brittany I’m big fan of you and I love your character Riley

[@user-kg7nf8on6c]

I know you made it clear how awkward it is to watch your younger self act. I’m sure anyone else would feel the same way but honestly you literally carried the show. Riley was easily the best character and it makes me so happy that you’ve gone back to season 1, where it all began! ❤

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

That's very sweet of you to say! But it really was a team effort to bring that show to life.

[@miathorntonxx]

I love Riley and Michelles friendship in s1 - 4

[@Taya-ocean]

same!!

[@joshhendley4437]

I love Michelle and Riley too they’re my most favourite girls in the next step and Chloe and Giselle too

[@Taya-ocean]

@@joshhendley4437 Same!!

[@joshhendley4437]

@@Taya-ocean that’s great thank you I love them too as you might know my favourite boys are James, Eldon and West

[@Taya-ocean]

@@joshhendley4437 😁you're welcome! cool! Me too!

[@leahmarshall43]

I wish they kept Michelle and Riley’s friendship going more. it was only when Riley was single (in s1 and s4) that they had screentime. I understand like jiley was Riley’s main story time but still

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I agree!

[@fernandateixeira6970]

S4 RILEY IS SINGLE?????? Gosh I'm glad I didn't watch Disney anymore when S3 broadcasted lol

[@tophat5516]

@@fernandateixeira6970 only for like four episodes it's a whole drama

[@emilygumal4658]

@@fernandateixeira6970 S4 is complicated. In parts of that season, Riley is single, parts with James, parts with another guy. That person meant that WHEN Riley was single, she spent more time with Michelle. Riley and James are still dating and are living together in NYC now.

[@jrlombardi5251]

that's something I noticed so much while rewatching, I remembered them as best friends but they are not, they just had a couple moments and then they become besties on season 4 bc they're pretty much the only og left

[@maryammons3081]

oh my gosh- this is the episode where james mom goes “mommy’s having a hot flash” 🤣🤣🤣

[@leahmarshall43]

genuinely cannot get over how good you look Brittany . I think it’s your hair? BUT YOU LOOK AMAIZNG

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Haha, thank you!

[@shinee-shawol]

Thank youuu!!! 🎉🎉 I love all your reaction videos but the ones where you react to yourself, they're so interesting! There's the nostalgic factor, of course, but there's also the deeper element of hearing what it was like creating the work from someone involved. It's that deeper element that makes these my favorite. I remember watching season 01 when it first aired on Hulu back when it was still free and you didn't need an account lol. Everyone in the show was around my age and I didn't know it was scripted lol, remember feeling so confused about the talking heads vs what was on screen (example being Stephanie throwing the dance captain audition dance, like why would you reveal that lol). You were also my favorite character because I saw a lot of myself in Riley. A bit awkward and shy, nervous about taking risks, follows directions, very anxious lol. All that to say that TNS, particuarly the early seasons, became a comfort show for me and you were a comfort character. While your reactions to other seasons are great, these are just really special.

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Thank you for sharing! I'm so glad you're getting something out of my videos ☺️ Also cool to hear how much of an impact the show had on you too. Yeah, a lot of people were confused by the "reality" quality the first season had, so you're not alone there haha!

[@papahet8293]

this explained it much better 10/10

[@patsweet555]

20:03 what i also love of this scene is that the proffesor(sorry i forgot jis name) comes to her to try to talk and confort wich i thinks is very sweet, the adult presence is something they have more in the early seasons qnd its so nice

[@creamnuts2808]

Have you ever noticed no one has last names in this show but we finally get to see Giselle’s full name when she’s a judge in season 6! I found it so interesting

[@katemcdougall1221]

I've been watching tns since I was 8-9 and I recently turned 18!! these reaction videos and snippets of what it was actually like to act in the show is so interesting to see xx

[@poppygerry2487]

Same! I’m nearly 17 and this show was my favourite when I was younger so this is so interesting :)

[@jackappleton2795]

From what I remember each dance studio was supposed to have 10 dancers plus 2 alternates so 12 in total but for most of the competitions TNS went to they never had any alternates for one reason or another.

[@loesvr]

I started rewatching TNS season one after coming across this video. The nostalgia i have experienced this week was really nice. I also enjoyed watching your reaction videos they add new perspectives to the episodes i never thought of before, also the behind the scenes info is really interesting. Thank you for making these video, they are great!

[@cloudxyy]

OBSESSED with your s1 reactions, also gives me major nostalgia. so glad you’re back reacting to it ❤

[@onesingularbell]

It’s so surreal seeing The Next Step in general again, that show has been a core memory for me when I was in grade four and I love getting to rewatch this through a reaction from the actress playing arguably the main character for the first four seasons of the show Also I love getting to hear your anecdotes from there, it’s fascinating to learn about what goes on behind the scenes

[@user-ec9rz7xh7e]

I’m so happy you’re going back to season 1!! I was loving the reactions❤❤. Side note I thought your acting was so great and genuine on the show for it being your first time. Don’t be so hard on yourself! 🥰

[@edwardhulse]

It’s always nice to take a throwback to the past every now and then with these reactions! Season 1 of TNS is always a great nostalgia trip! This episode sets up pretty much everything that’s to come in the second half of the season and that scene with Riley and Emily at the end was just heartbreaking. Riley lost the trust of her big sister and she feels at fault for that because she was pushing so hard for Michelle to be dance captain not knowing what that would do to her relationship with Emily. She’s broken and now she needs to find a way to pick up the pieces and put herself back together again but how do you heal a rift that feels impossible to mend?

[@emilygumal4658]

Skipping over the almost kiss moment and Deborah honking the horn YELPPP 😂🤣😂🤣 Never mind, we'll get there eventually in "First Date"...like a few episodes from now 😂🤣😂🤣 Way to keep us in suspense, Britt...😂😂😂

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Haha! I was honestly just worried it would get flagged if I put too much of the episode in

[@emilygumal4658]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial Fair enough! ☺ And I really like what you did keep, esp the ending moment of Riley and Emily cuz that was obviously super sad and I'm glad you're being less harsh on yourself now HAHA. 😃

[@emilyburgess_]

3:20 i was waiting for you to shimmy 😂

[@Deliballl]

The character of Riley was truly an indispensable part of my young life. Now, as a Britt, I can say it continues. Not to mention the perfection of Jiley's scenes❤

[@kerys405]

I love watching you react to season one and seeing your improvement in acting from this compared to today is unreallll I love you so much Brittany.🫶🏽

[@Catherine-Grace]

Loved your acting in the ending with Emily it felt really real I remember how I felt watching that scene when it first came out. For once though the adult interferes when Chris came over to you but they didn’t even let us hear what he said!!!!! Soo happy you’re back to these videos thank you

[@jestebangarciacastrillon5248]

Thank you very much for coming back Brit, I don't even speak English well but I don't miss any of your reactions, we love Riley and you.

[@tophat5516]

she's backkk, season 1 will always be gold

[@emilygumal4658]

PLEASE KEEP GOING WITH SEASON 1 REACTIONS!!! This was so much fun!!! 😍❤ Thanks so much for answering my question!!! 😃

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I definitely will, thanks for the question!

[@emilygumal4658]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial Of course!!! So glad you had a great time reuniting with all of them!!! Hope you'll be able to return to cameo in Season 10! 😍😃

[@LucyMcMillan-g7b]

Q&A question! I would love to hear what it was like in season four, transitioning from having all the OG cast to then having all the new guys come in (Shelby, Akex, isaiah ect) and becoming almost like a role model figure?

[@claire33424]

love these videos so much , the next step was my childhood like omg it was just so so good . And watching these videos are just like a wave of nostalgia ! Tysm for starting to consistently post videos again as well !

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Glad you like them!

[@OliviaBell123]

thanks for bringing these videos back! I can’t wait for more reaction videos from the earlier seasons especially jiley moments!

[@pranaravi]

omgg yess finally you're back with the season 1 reactions!!! I'm so happy that you're back to youtube in general as well, I really missed your videos, as it honestly did make my day better. I can't wait for the rest of season 1 reactions(which is also my fav season). also just have to say, you look stunning in every single video, and like with this new background too. love you Britt❤

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Welcome back!

[@lanad5523]

Something that I always found a bit unsettling about the first season was how looked over Emily's mental health was. Like, the girl was going THROUGH IT. She was immediately presented as someone who fuels on praise, attention, and control, and in the span of a couple of episodes she lost it all. She had to first, accept what happened, then absolutely crush her own ego to the point where she was willing to admit to herself and others that she actually wasn't as good as she thought. Then, she had to accept her way smaller role in the team and lastly, learned to listen to someone else's leadership. I'm not a huge Emily fan but the stuff she went through in season 1 is not talked about enough

[@sanjidasdiary]

that scene w james and riley 12:40 was actually the cutest xx

[@kyle9023]

I can’t wait for vlog channel updates. I thought I would prefer the reactions but I actually love watching you just going about your life😂

[@Addy.sppamm.account]

So glad you’re back Brit!! 🫶🫶

[@itzn0t5elena]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ANSWERING MY QUESTION IM CRYING 😭😭😭

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Thank you for asking! It's always great when I can incorporate your questions into a video

[@emilyburgess_]

Im so excited your back to youtube! I love all your content, but these reaction videos are so funny, nostalgic and entertaining, I always look forward to them :D Also I agree that riley scene at the end is so sad 😢

[@Dark_xcloudz]

Nice vid Britt! I’m so happy that you did a reaction video with yourself in it❤

[@itsmsbanda]

My Sunday just got better.🥳 Thank you Brittany ❤

[@DJ_official18]

I have to say that you are doing MUCH better at the recap than what I would be able to do. I am absolutely OBSESSED with the show and can’t stop talking about it once I watch it. So my recap would legit be like the length of a video😂😂.

[@bethanybroomhall7287]

I love your backdrop! Your acting is always amazing! I was wondering if you could react to season 4 when Riley was studio head?! ❤❤❤

[@sylviamoussa2940]

omds finally!! FINALLY BACK TO SEASON 1!!!!!

[@pana_chelsea]

Small plug: Get a cameo from Brit! A friend got one for me and it is still one of the sweetest things someone has ever done for me🥺❤

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Aww that's awesome! I'm so glad you liked it. It can be weird sending those off to someone and I don't always get feedback on how someone reacted to it, so it's so nice to hear you liked it :)

[@thenextstepxzs]

omg finally!! so glad you’re back to reacting to S1

[@leahmarshall43]

I’ve genuinely missed you so much that I watched Every. Single . One of your vlogs ( even the quick change one that your cousin is in)

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Oh wow, thank you for the support! I'm planning on posting more vlogs on my other channel (Britt's Vlogs) if you want, i'd appreciate it if you subscribed over there as well :)

[@leahmarshall43]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial I’m already subscribed :) looking forward to the new content

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Yay, thank you!

[@AudreyBrownOC]

thanks for answering my question! love these videos! thank you for letting me relive my childhood!❤

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

You are so welcome!

[@OliveWindenburg-qd3bt]

Just wanna say Riley was by far my fav character on tns, these new seasons don't come close to the pure good on s1-3.

[@papahet8293]

i love like the full circle moments and learning new information about you, the show and everyone involved i loveee that u do this series its a whole new insight and i will always wait for new videos 💕🙏💕

[@cherryizcool]

I absolutely love these reactions!!!! Riley was one of my favorites on TNS and I really liked your dancing style. Did you like dancing on point? As a non dancer I always found that soooo impressive.

[@ruddymoreta7450]

Omg can’t wait to see your reaction when you get to Regionals and the dance battle episode TNS vs Seeds episode! I’m curious to know the behind scenes stuff about it. Also if you can’t watch a whole season an idea is that you can react to the competitions episodes: S1 regionals, S2 Nationals and S3 Internationals!!! Happy that you are back! Hope you answer this comment.

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Yes that would be a great reaction video! Thanks for the support 😊

[@ruddymoreta7450]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial OMG BRIT THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ANSWERING

[@Moonynara]

I love this video!! I missed the season 1 reactions

[@lesitaele2223]

ahhhh!! you didn't do the iconic riley shimmy move in the intro 😭

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Next time!

[@emilygumal4658]

OMG YAYYYY WE'RE BACK TO SEASON 1 I'M SO HAPPY YAYYYYY THANK YOU!!! 😍❤

[@matildangelica]

Loved this video so much!! Riley has always been my favorite character

[@rachelis5581]

My cat was trying desperately to find the other cat when he could hear Sauble through the screen, it was very cute. Probably less so for his sister who was deeply asleep when he went to annoy her, seemingly thinking she must have been meowing at him haha Absolutely made my day to see this video. Season 1 will always be the best season and I've always really liked this episode. That scene at the end gets to me every time I watch it, it feels so real and honest and you truly did an incredible job (I mean you always do 🙂). I love your new background btw, I hope the apartment is looking the way you want it and you're getting to enjoy the space. I'd love to hear about any recent books you've read you'd recommend. I've just finished The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer and it was incredible, highly recommend. Looking forward to the next video, so lovely to have you back making videos 🙂

[@cloudxyy]

9:35 in the group dances, it was a 10 person dance. for ect in season 2 when emily had an injury, tns would’ve gotten disqualified if amanda didn’t dance with them

[@lavanyaaaaa0802]

Q- Rewatching the show must come along with a lot of memories. It’s a simple question, but what was your favourite moment on the set of tns/on the show? Was there any particular storyline that you absolutely loved, or hated? I’m so glad you’re doing the reactions again!! It’s been a wonderful experience rewatching the show with you and realising the tiny details I might’ve never noticed before. I also loveee your introspection on your acting and also, on each individual character!! 💗💗

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Thank you for the Q! I'll answer this in a future video

[@lavanyaaaaa0802]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial aaa thanks for replying!! Can’t wait to hear your answer for this 💗💗💗

[@joshhendley4437]

It’s my second favourite season of the next step Britt but season 2 is my most favourite

[@Sofia-tp9cs]

wow i just found out your channel! i remember loving this show, specially Riley when i was a 10yo kid watching tv (i'm just about to turn 20). lots of love from spain

[@maamekonaduamankwah-awuah4969]

The end always hits me it was sooo freaking good w you feeling this always hits bsd 😭❤️‍🩹

[@youvebeenyoongled9840]

yayyy it's back!! love all your content not just your tns stuff, so excited to watch your content

[@lucybeth2405]

Love your videos ❤ glad your back to the reactions

[@leahmarshall43]

OH MY GOSH BRITTANY I HAVE MISSED THIS

[@leahmarshall43]

BRITTANY you look amazing I cannot. Also I loveeeeee your background I think it is so so so you

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I've worked on making it feel more me, so thank you for saying that ☺️

[@UnrealB]

I actually really liked a lot of the plot lines and the “mean” behaviour of the characters in the first season. A lot of my own experiences with dance unfortunately did have a lot of similar behaviours and that unfortunately made fall out of love with dancing. I really loved watching the first season when it aired in Australia bc I was still dealing with a lot of the affects that dance politics had on my mental health and I found watching TNS really did help bc I related to the characters and in a way it helped me fall back in love with dance. 🥰

[@hhsixidiotsxx]

Love your reaction videos so much! Watching S1 and seeing everyone look so young is WILD you’re so pretty too like your hair is gorgeous!! ❤

[@brennanclost]

like this comment if Season 1 was your fav season :P

[@antoniorakovac4134]

I really did love my cameo that I got from you :D

[@stephgrace1313]

so happy these videos are back!

[@xkennishax8663]

yayy I’m happy you’re back to reacting to Riley🫶🏾

[@katiejessome9570]

I'm so excited for this!! This was my whole childhood 💛💛

[@lilacedits5050]

i know this probably isn’t why you posted this video but i commented on your latest video asking you to finish reacting to season 1.. AND HERE WE ARE!! my dreams have come true!! season on of tns 🔛🔝

[@lukedaley17]

Brilliant video, Brittany. This is one of my favourite episodes of season 1

[@rubymilne6651]

I missed watching your reactions to s1! Honestly so fun as alwaysss

[@SabrinaCelori]

I just love your reactions, they just get me in a good mood.

[@potatoz47]

If you ever want to react to other shows, it would be really cool to see you react to Dance Academy as I see it similar to TNS (just Australian and ballet centred), and maybe Tiny Pretty Things. Love the content!! 💗

[@katyanderson1783]

Question: what’s a plot that you would love to have seen, or see in the future of the next step, and how would you write that?

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Ohh definitely answering this in a future video!

[@Emily-mq4wd]

Aw it's so great to see you reacting to season 1 again! Love youuuu♥♥♥

[@Official_Cara]

tns is kinda why i started dancing

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

That's awesome!

[@AlmaBove2010]

YES!!! Its so fun to watch these episodes!! Always appreciate you and your videos. Thank you! How are you?💗

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Glad you like them! I'm doing good, can't complain 👍

[@AlmaBove2010]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial Yeah, love them! That's great, i'm glad you're well😆😃🌺

[@ella_3c306]

Season was is my fav, I watched it recently so I’m very happy that you’ve done this video

[@ella_3c306]

One* not was

[@elltaylorsversion5026]

its great to see you back, I know you don't talk about fellow travellers much on this channel just i'd love to hear your perspective of Kimberlys relationship with hawk and your time on the show in general 💗💗

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Will do!

[@Grapes_val]

this is my comfort show, love u !

[@shimmershine6902]

Lmaoo I remember seeing you on Dare Me and being like “omg was that Riley dissing Tacey??” Also when I watched Tiny Pretty Things and was like “omg was that Daniel??”

[@Tnsblue]

THE CAPTION MADE ME SO HAPPYY

[@loossenble]

omg I have been waiting for this for so long😭

[@LexiBear99]

Welcome back darling!

[@Ishmam27]

I loved season one! The natural filming style did feel like the mockumentary it set out to be. The question I have is, where does everyone watch the next step? I've been trying to rewatch and watch the old/new seasons, but I can't find it anywhere online! Please share heh :)

[@OliviaBell123]

i watch it on KZbin

[@jasminewilliams12]

Depending on where you live, I'm in the UK and as long as you have a tv licence all seasons are on BBC iPlayer. Don't watch if you don't have a TV license though that's fraud! If you're under 18 ask a parent if they own a TV license

[@grogasaurus_rex]

Hey Britt! I just wanted to formally notice your little announcement about cameos… I just wanted to say as someone who turned 18 today, that if I could support you moneywise for a cameo, I would… but (not in a weird way) I, along with all the people in your comments, love you and your content soo much 🩷🩷 THANK YOU BRITT!!

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

No pressure at all! As always, I appreciate any and all support, so thank you for watching :)

[@hussein_hassan178]

OMG I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS

[@ella_3c306]

I love the way you edited this video, or someone else I’m not sure who edits your videos but I love it!

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I do! Thank us kindly ☺️

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Ya* not us haha

[@martharoberts5654]

YAYAYYYAYAYYA S1 REACTIPNS ARE BACK

[@emilygumal4658]

Question: Seeing as Season 10 is scheduled to be shot from July 29, 2024 to September 10, 2024, (It's listed on the ActraToronto website) would you be willing to return as Riley for a cameo? ❤ I miss Riley on TNS...❤ Plus with Michelle and Eldon potentially buying the studio from Nick, it would be easier for Riley to return cuz I'm pretty sure Nick only knew Riley as Emily's younger sister and possibly as Piper's older brother's girlfriend. 😲

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

I would love to return for season 10!

[@emilygumal4658]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial Yayyyyy I really hope you do!!! I've missed Riley so much; the last time we got you properly was the Xmas Special and that feels like a lifetime ago 😭😂

[@itzn0t5elena]

YESS I WAS SO LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS ❤❤❤❤

[@idccc4449]

There wasn’t necessarily an episode where it was explained but regionals only had the large group dances this season for 10 dancers which is why James being pulled was an issue

[@coraliejetten5377]

Hey, It's not an episode where they explained all the rules for the competition (Regional, National, International) more like when they were in the spot they would have a facecam to explain it to us. But for the number, there is actually multiple times troughout the series when they told us the number of dancer. :)

[@user-gb6ru9we7]

Hey Britt! Firstly love that ur bringing these back missed u so much ❤ Secondly I’d love it if you added season 6 reactions to the list. I was just rewatching it for the nth time and I realised that Britt would love this season it’s so much like the og ones! And also explains a lot of plot lines for u from 7 to 8. PLEASE THINK ABOUT IT THANK YOU 💗💗

[@shaleetza8712]

your editing is so good and ur new setup i watched the whole thing and ur other vid and i hope you upload more now because im enjoying your videos so much more

[@charliepa_4506]

yayyy your back to season 1 love you

[@thisisneats]

Hey Brit! So glad to see you’re back on You Tube! And back to season one with the reacts as well, love that, 1-3 will always be my favourite seasons of The Next Step (although currently watching season 4). I have two questions - 1) Your cat is called Sobble…. named after the Pokemon of the same name or is that just a complete coincidence? And 2) Of the four full seasons you filmed on The Next Step, which was your favourite and why? Loving your work as always, keep it up! 👍

[@BrittanyRaymondOfficial]

Thank you so much! Sauble was named after the beach he was found on, here in Canada (not sure if you're from here) so no relation to the pokemon character, just a happy coincidence I guess haha! And my favorite season to film was season one. Everything was so new and I felt like I was learning so much everyday on set.

[@thisisneats]

@@BrittanyRaymondOfficial that’s really cool, I love cats, they’re so cute. No I’ve never been to Canada, I’m British, although I’d love to go some day. Never been to states either, definitely something I really want to do! That’s awesome, I love season one, my favourite dance is the Regional routine. Being on set is really great, always something to learn for sure 😀

[@mahatisathish4802]

I'm so glad you're finishing season one, I love your reactions so much