{"id":353697,"date":"2026-06-28T19:05:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T19:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/353697\/"},"modified":"2026-06-28T19:05:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-28T19:05:53","slug":"see-your-favorite-dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-in-the-first-season-of-americas-sweethearts-and-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/353697\/","title":{"rendered":"See Your Favorite Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in the First Season of \u201cAmerica’s Sweethearts\u201d and Now"},"content":{"rendered":"

NEED TO KNOW<\/p>\n

America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders first premiered in June 2024<\/p>\n

The Netflix reality series follows members of the DCC, some of whom have retired after the 2025-26 football season<\/p>\n

America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season 3 debuted in June 2026<\/p>\n

America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders<\/a> takes DCC<\/a> members from the sidelines to the spotlight.<\/p>\n

The Netflix<\/a> reality series premiered in June 2024, and the most recent batch of episodes \u2014 season 3 \u2014 debuted in June 2026. America’s Sweethearts follows the squad through practices, performances and the big games, making stars out of the supportive dancers<\/a> who cheer on the famous football team.<\/p>\n

Home of the DCC have packed up their pom-poms<\/a> following the most recent football season, including Reece Weaver<\/a>, who became a fan favorite after season 1.<\/p>\n

“I have had such a time<\/a> trying to figure out what I was going to do, but I had so much peace that I was supposed to take a leap of faith,” the Florida native told PEOPLE in June 2026. “And I hope that it encourages anyone, everyone who feels like they’re ready to take a leap as well.”<\/p>\n

Here are some of the stars of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in their first appearances on the show and in the most recent season.<\/p>\n

01 of 06<\/p>\n

Kelly Villares\"Kelly<\/p>\n

Kelly Villares in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

After being cut during season 1 of America’s Sweethearts, Kelly Villares made the team in season 2. She is currently in training camp for the 2026-27 season.<\/p>\n

“From setback to comeback, from blonde Kelly to brunette Kelly, I wouldn\u2019t change my journey for the world!!!!!” she wrote on Instagram<\/a> in July 2024 while announcing that she had become a DCC. “The people I have met along the way, the lessons I have learned, and the growth that I have gained are things I will cherish forever.”<\/p>\n

02 of 06<\/p>\n

Charly Barby\"Charly<\/p>\n

Charly Barby in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

In season 1 of America’s Sweethearts, Charly Barby was in training camp, but she was ultimately cut before making the team. The next season, she auditioned again and made the squad.<\/p>\n

“I hope you can feel our sisterhood from here\ud83d\ude2d\ud83e\udd79,” Barby posted on Instagram<\/a> a few days after the season 3 premiere. “So many emotions but the biggest will always be grateful. Easily the best year of my life!”<\/p>\n

In June 2026, the team announced<\/a> that Barby had been made a group leader for the 2026-27 team.<\/p>\n

03 of 06<\/p>\n

Reece Weaver\"Reece<\/p>\n

Reece Weaver in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

Weaver has been featured on the series since season 1, when she made her debut as a rookie candidate.<\/p>\n

Though she missed some weeks in November 2025 due to a high ankle sprain, Weaver finished the 2025-26 season with the DCC. She completed the season, but decided to walk away, retiring at the end of her third year to spend more time with her husband, Will Allman<\/a>, in Alabama.<\/p>\n

“If another show or some sort of opportunity comes with filming in the future, I would still take that up,” she told PEOPLE in June 2026. “But I think right now it’s just going to be really special for Will and I to just be able to dream together and figure out what’s next for us and our future.”<\/p>\n

04 of 06<\/p>\n

Kleine Powell\"Kleine<\/p>\n

Kleine Powell in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

Kleine Powell<\/a> starred on all three seasons of America’s Sweethearts.<\/p>\n

Following the 2025-26 season \u2014 her fifth year as a part of DCC and her second as a group leader \u2014 Powell decided to retire from the squad.<\/p>\n

“I think that there’s a whole different Kleine out there that I have to find. And that involves me leaving DCC behind,” she said at the end of the season 3 finale.<\/p>\n

In May 2026, Powell announced the debut of her visual arts studio, By Kleine. “I never thought I would see this dream through!!! \u2601\ufe0f\u2728\ud83e\udee7 My heart is so full,” she wrote on Instagram<\/a> on May 3. “I can\u2019t wait to explore art and magic and whimsy even more. CHEERS TO BY KLEINE, LLC \u2661.”<\/p>\n

In recent weeks, Powell made several appearances<\/a> supporting the Japan men’s soccer team as they played in Dallas during the 2026 FIFA World Cup<\/a>.<\/p>\n

05 of 06<\/p>\n

Megan McElaney\"Megan<\/p>\n

Megan McElaney in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

Megan McElaney<\/a> was a part of America’s Sweethearts since the first season, but she hung up her uniform at the end of season 3.<\/p>\n

After being a member of the DCC for five years \u2014 and a group leader for three \u2014 she knew the 2025-26 football season would be her farewell. “Knowing it was going to be my last year, I just wanted to give you guys everything that you deserved,” she said to Kelli Finglass<\/a> and Judy Trammell when she handed in her uniform.<\/p>\n

In May 2026, McElaney launched the Side Kicks Podcast<\/a> with her brother.<\/p>\n

06 of 06<\/p>\n

Anna Kate Sundvold\"Anna<\/p>\n

Anna Kate Sundvold in America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
Credit: Netflix (2)<\/p>\n

Anna Kate Sundvold’s rookie year was during the first season of America’s Sweethearts, and she has since been featured in seasons 2 and 3.<\/p>\n

“This past year was truly a roller coaster of emotions, but I\u2019m so grateful for the teammates who helped me through every high and low. The friendships and support within this team mean more than I can put into words,” she wrote on Instagram<\/a> in June 2026 on the premiere day for season 3. “As you watch this season, I hope you\u2019ll remember that you\u2019re only seeing a small glimpse of our year.”<\/p>\n

Sundvold was announced as a group leader alongside Barby in June 2026, according to the DCC Instagram.<\/p>\n

Read the original article on People<\/a><\/p>\n