Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders talk ‘America’s Sweethearts’ series

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Ай бұрын

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Kelcey Wetterberg and Reece Weaver as well as DCC director Kelli Finglass stop by the TODAY plaza to talk about their new Netflix docuseries “America’s Sweethearts” that pulls back the curtain on the extensive audition and training process. Then, eight members of the squad perform a routine!
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@jordanchan674 Ай бұрын

Kelli talking about how the show made her realize that she needed to change some things and then forcing them to do the jump spilt on the cemet is crazy

@dancer2189 Ай бұрын

But the thing is the dcc is known worldwide for the jump slit.. every single time they perform they have to do it they can’t not do it.

@elizabethsullivan3838 Ай бұрын

@@dancer2189 I've actually seen performances where they don't do it. I thought for sure this would be one of them!

@redlaserfox3988 Ай бұрын

@dancer2189 Extended medical included w good pay might make a sweeter deal for these athletic Ladies Proper PAY for Proper work!

@catm2454 Ай бұрын

Yea and when they asked what did u learn about them she deflected going about finances and cooking instead of eating disorders. Stalkers etc

@catm2454 Ай бұрын

Yea on concrete of all things@@elizabethsullivan3838

@alexanderdavila3781 Ай бұрын

JUMP SPLIT ON CEMENT 🤯🙌🏻🙌🏻

@wendybrown500 Ай бұрын

I was shocked when they did it there.

@kellykontakis179 Ай бұрын

@@wendybrown500 Me too!

@kellykontakis179 Ай бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing!

@MattRodkin Ай бұрын

I was surprised to see it on cement when I was on the plaza this morning

@TheLetterKyu Ай бұрын

They've also done it on a F1 race track in 2021

@HazelDell Ай бұрын

Pay these girls more. They help make the organization millions of dollars. Pay them more.

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

They get a good amount. Stop complaining about someone you’ve never met getting paid

@nylotus Ай бұрын

@@ryanciani3324 I made more working at Abercrombie & Fitch. Educate yourself before joining in on a conversation.

@lexiewallace8672 Ай бұрын

@@ryanciani3324They make half as much as the water boys

@strawberrrys Ай бұрын

@@ryanciani3324 didnt realize you have to know someone personally to want them to be paid fairly

@VictoriaBrewer91 Ай бұрын

Jenna asking if they were okay at the end is so real of her because I thought the same thing!

@carlabarrick8538 Ай бұрын

On cement, I would have thought that was be dangerous, I hope so. They're usually practicing and performing on grass.

@redlaserfox3988 Ай бұрын

PAY THE LADIES ACORDINGLY

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

They do already

@sneezytoast Ай бұрын

Jump splitting on concrete for chick-fil-a wages! That's craaaaazy.

@bulimiahell Ай бұрын

Many need to get hip replacement surgery after they retire, no wonder why.

@So-and-So-em8fx Ай бұрын

Ouch!

@stephanies3862 24 күн бұрын

And the owner's daughter justifies not paying them at least a livable wage by saying the girls don't do it for the money, but because they love it. Which is besides the point. They would never make that same lame excuse for the football players.

@erinrohr5407 Ай бұрын

PAY THEM A FAIR WAGE!!! The organisation has the money. Do the right thing, Cowboys!!!

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

They pay them fine

@autumnleaves5973 Ай бұрын

@@ryanciani3324 A job that does not pay your bills is not paying enough.

@artisticanna5275 26 күн бұрын

It’s not a job it’s a hobby hobbies don’t pay well if anything

@elliephant64 20 күн бұрын

One could argue that football is a hobby, and the players get paid millions. The cheerleaders are just as important to the brand, yet they get paid significantly less.

@polethgiron5021 Ай бұрын

Love Reece 🥺 she is the Disney princess ❤

@Ana-tj2sx 9 күн бұрын

She has a photo on her Instagram of her hunting and killing a deer....

@notEllen Ай бұрын

me and my mom binge watched the show and we loved it we were all rooting for reece!!! we love her

@user-hc6xj8vc5y Ай бұрын

i loveee reese!

@ariellewis1317 Ай бұрын

Right?! Like she seems so sweet ❤

@superbwater78 Ай бұрын

They need to pay her.

@notEllen Ай бұрын

@@superbwater78 they do js not thst much

@porcelaindollll Ай бұрын

same lol!!!

@glaznflip1501 Ай бұрын

Omg Reece and kelce are stars! I hope more opportunities outside of DCC come their way.

@Gungho1a Ай бұрын

Outstanding series, as an aussie it opened my and my wife's eyes to the professionalism and decency of both DCC and all the ladies involved. Very impressive and truly decent young ladies. I do have to concur with many posters here, jump splits may look good, but it is a safety risk. I've lived a lifetime carrying wounds and injuries from my young working days, and I could see the pattern repeating with some of the ladies in DCC. Please dont let them become broken.

@superbwater78 Ай бұрын

They break alot of girls...mentally and physically.

@joeriveracomedy Ай бұрын

I think they kept their cool for camera. The coach blew them up for ignoring their bus driver's stroke & 1 girl whining about an ornament off camera.

@JohnDoe-rj6bl Ай бұрын

10 girls didn’t send their well wishes is a pretty big problem imo

@angelinalilliepad Ай бұрын

This show did not make them look good at all, but yeah it's probably worse when the cameras are off.

@westvalley411 Ай бұрын

Having no unspoken thoughts is a problem, but honestly, the ornament thing was overblown and was said just playfully...cmon.

@beckywood2635 17 күн бұрын

I remember in the old show they would always go outside for jump splits. Doing them on concrete is craziness.

@ariellewis1317 Ай бұрын

The jumpspilt on concrete 😮😮 omg. Their like superwomen lol

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

They didn’t do that

@strawberrrys Ай бұрын

@@ryanciani3324 ur right i just dreamed it

@Mi_Amor09 Ай бұрын

Finished the show and you really get to see what goes on with the cheerleaders. Times were sad but so exciting to see! ❤

@joeylaird77 Ай бұрын

The pay surprised everyone. Pay these women!!!!

@Georgian1717 Ай бұрын

Absolutely. It's exploitation

@GuyNamedRy Ай бұрын

A friend is on the DCC and she loves it. it's hard work but another world for sure.

@taylor.mariea Ай бұрын

Omg which one?

@mileywhatsgoood Ай бұрын

OBSESSED W THIS SHOWWW

@NothingButAComment Ай бұрын

Jump split on cement? ouch. I see nothings changed despite the criticism.

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

They didn’t say anything about cement

@EmVee. 12 күн бұрын

You thought they would change things due to some social media warriors?

@sarahnicoleslife Ай бұрын

Oh em gee Kelcy is so cute she's like... hand in air ??? No that part? Okay cool cool cool

@mayramartinez4781 Ай бұрын

Force of habit! Love her!

@TheLetterKyu Ай бұрын

It's like they've decided not to do it, and didn't include Kelcey 😂

@sashatheelf Ай бұрын

Exploitation and a lifetime of injury while being harassed by men and verbally abused by these ''coaches,'' these women better unionize fast. Jump splits on cement? She does not care about these women.

@JiQkka Ай бұрын

Justice for Victoria

@genielove91 Ай бұрын

She is a sweet heart and I felt hurt just watching her. She truly has a bright future without DCC ❤

@VeginMatt Ай бұрын

I hope she finds it in herself to fully walk away and find fulfillment outside of anything to do with DCC.

@not-a-ghost2206 Ай бұрын

I immediately felt so sorry for her the minute I saw her. So much pressure. Hope she's doing okay.

@thaismacedo8124 28 күн бұрын

Vic is a strong and genuine person, she is amazing at what she does! No need for validation from anyone!

@delorisfarley 2 күн бұрын

I think Victoria should have been recognized more as a DCC. Kelly and Judy definitely have their favorites.

@danitydon6976 Ай бұрын

ouch that jump split looked extremely painful on cement!!!! i wish they showed who got into show group on the new show and team photo.

@So-and-So-em8fx Ай бұрын

Literally thought the same thing

@irishcruz1774 Ай бұрын

they did it too at the f1 texas gp 💀 and the ground was worse there. i wonder how their legs weren't bruised or sumn

@jamesmichaelwalker683 Ай бұрын

Go Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders! You're doing great! And Thx Today for inviting them!

@danieltravison2871 Ай бұрын

Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders are all always perfect tens. Facts. Best looking cheerleaders on the whole entire Earth.

@uncchristine99 Ай бұрын

some incredible ladies back there... Jada with kicks for days, my favorite Kelee, Kaydianna, Madeline... love the DCCs!!

@Georgian1717 Ай бұрын

These woman are really hard working. The DCC unfortunately has sold the idea, the community and sisterhood as a package that they should trade their valuable time for. The young ladies are paid fast food wages. I was surprised they made them drive to their first stadium meeting and is their relocation paid? No. This organization makes millions and they need to do better for these young women. I see and enjoyed their happiness but they forget they matter too. DCC financial gain is NOT right. Should we also tell the football players to be so altruistic? I dont like how this coach literally nit picks on their photos after all the performances. She showed little compassion in many instances, for example making them over exert in the heat. I think they are young & hopeful therefore subject to exploitation. I think the girls are wonderful and deserve so much more. Rooting for their success in all aspects, including being financially supported.

@MattRodkin Ай бұрын

Great show! I can see myself in the background on the plaza!

@michaelwimbish7766 Ай бұрын

Loovin this series! Almost done binge watching. Really fascinating. Good job Netflix 😊

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

Watching

@user-hc6xj8vc5y Ай бұрын

LOVE REEESE !!

@rokhayadioug6152 Ай бұрын

I loved the show!!!! I’m watching it again.

@elizabethr4107 Ай бұрын

Me, too!

@johnpinegar8027 Ай бұрын

Kelli looks fabulous. DCC is the best of the best and this Netflix show is so great. ❤

@Dianam8913 Ай бұрын

Jump split on the cement is so abusive 😢

@mollycherfan4266 18 күн бұрын

Just finished the show. We need a second season. I really hope the nfl starts paying their cheerleaders more

@KickinTheBucket-List Ай бұрын

They keep saying you don't have to be a trained dancer and then cut Anisha for that reason??? They would've known it's impossible to improve in the bootcamp time-frame so why give her false hope? I knew it was coming from when Kelli asked if she was Indian. The whole season is giving micro-aggressions

@Georgian1717 Ай бұрын

Yeah like cutting out the short girl toward the end. Why bring her on?

@TJ-kz1ul 26 күн бұрын

@@Georgian1717 yes and Anisha and the short girl (can't remember her name) were my two favourites. So beautiful and so talented!!

@parisplumley4516 Ай бұрын

Love them here in the UK & can’t wait to see the series on Netflix instead

@marianacastillo3622 Ай бұрын

I think that it’s all about favoritism. If a girl is a strong dancer I feel they always find an excuse to find something wrong, like Victoria she is amazing but it’s like we don’t want you anymore. Cause they have cut good candidates because either a stupid reason, and if they say they don’t body shame that is wrong, they are calling them heavy weight

@Cc30009 Ай бұрын

Totally agree. Also, Kelly and Judy probably are jealous of some of these girls. I know for sure they get a kick out of having them grovel to them.

@barbaraaldrete8154 Ай бұрын

They cut lily was good candidate during her second yr Meredith she’s wasn’t strong at all using her looks to making the team lily Brennan they were cut for unfair reasons and Hannah a great candidate someone who can b a voice for mental health Kristin worked here way up her rookie yr lily sad she’s was cut from the team and she was stunning now a Denver broncos Captain cheerleader

@BIPDSHAWAII Ай бұрын

Jump splits on concrete??? I see how the hips get damaged. Never dance on concrete.

@kmallory100 Ай бұрын

It takes thick skin to dance for Kelly because they are very critical of physical appearance. My little feelings would be so hurt. But overall, these dancers give their all and are fabulous!

@angelinalilliepad Ай бұрын

Yes, how Kelly doesn't see how she's harming the girls is beyond me!!! She said she watched the show so she had to have seen when Victoria was talking abt her issues w/ her weight. I hope she stops making harmful comments.

@concretecanuckwall Ай бұрын

I was hoping a streaming service like Netflix was going to pick up this show. So happy they did with Kelli and it's even better than the original show now.

@Cc30009 Ай бұрын

It's such a great documentary and the girls are amazing and beautiful. A must watch!

@jennyy123021 Ай бұрын

Give them a raised stage? Throw down a portable dance floor? Perform the dancing segment in the studio? If they're an elite team now, what could they do if they were paid and given proper resources?

@DeanDerwent-sq4rp Ай бұрын

WOW Amazing well done ladies . Sophia I love you.

@nora5418 29 күн бұрын

It somehow is very bizarre and even a little sad to see those girls do the jump split on the cement with big smiley face knowing that they are being paid literally nothing

@H.so. Ай бұрын

nah they could've put some turf down at least. that's crazy to do it on cement.

@armonicaarmonia3595 22 күн бұрын

They are my favourite team in the world. Ciao dall'Italia 🇮🇹

@summerxo3203 Ай бұрын

Jump splits on concrete 😭😭😭

@jennyelsie 28 күн бұрын

I feel bad for the cheerleaders made to stand in the back, smiling, as a backdrop. They didn't even acknowledge their names or ask them anything.

@tlcp53b49 Ай бұрын

Even as I Giants fan I know the name Kelli Finglass and respect everything she has accomplished with that squad

@genielove91 Ай бұрын

No one is ever going to say it because I doubt there is a big population of Black/Brown women watching lol However, I’ve noticed that thru out a lot of seasons. The Black/Brown girls are usually cut first. 😂Lol Thank God KAT is still hanging in there because I usually see less than 5 on the team every season. Unfortunate 💁🏽‍♀️😂 Also, regardless of race, there’s a huge mean girl spirit on this team. The coaches and other veterans played it cool for the cameras definitely. Victoria is a sweet heart and I hope one day she puts them on blast. However, considering she is a lovely person and lacks drama. I pray that she finds what works for her and be free from mean girls. I see her having a very bright future with a significant career with better pay and an opportunity for leadership. ❤️🙏🏽❤️

@ladybug162 Ай бұрын

I'm white and I was thinking this. I was so rooting for Anisha!! So disappointed she got cut

@angelinalilliepad Ай бұрын

@@ladybug162Anisha was my favorite!! But I follow her on insta and she's doing well and teaches her own dance classes. It's probably for the best that she's not in that environment. The girls get body shamed and paid unfairly while putting their bodies at risk.

@angelinalilliepad Ай бұрын

The bodyshaming rlly rubbed me the wrong way.

@user-jy9rq8nj7q Ай бұрын

@@angelinalilliepad Its part of the job to look good, same thing with modelling, no one has the audacity to complain in any other industry if they dont get a job when they dont literally have what's required. The thing is people like victoria are hard to take seriously when you have issues and underfueling yourself but dont look like you are, when there's more than half the team better looking and actually can.

@MazieWithA_Z 19 күн бұрын

I wonder if there will be a second season on Netflix.🤞🏻 I enjoyed it!

@westvalley411 Ай бұрын

I loved Netflix F1 drive to survive and DCC, you absolutely need next season. Get more personal.

@toniwel6819 Ай бұрын

wow, i thought the ground would have been to hard

@TheKatehall Ай бұрын

I don’t have Netflix would have been great if it came back to KZfaq

@michaelhiggins9791 Ай бұрын

JUMP SPLIT ON BRICKS?!? MY GOD PAY THESE WOMEN

@quirkyCourtney Ай бұрын

Kelly’s house costs more than $15/hr 😂😅. Honestly, one of the very first things I did after watching this show was text the people who I knew who ended up not auditioning or not getting it and telling them that I think that their lives were spared going in the wrong direction. I cannot imagine it would be easy for most women to go through an experience like this and come out with a healthy mind, worldview, or confidence. The whole show was basically a glimpse at all of these women, being completely undervalued, scrutinized, worked ruthlessly, and judged harshly. The talent is amazing, but after watching the show, I lost a lot of respect for the organization and the people who lead it. I feel sorry for the women who strive so hard and give their talent to such a thankless industry.

@Georgian1717 Ай бұрын

Well said. Thank you. It sets women back in time and the DCC sells their propaganda of being part of something so great they should be thankful. It's brainwashing and exploitative toward these young peoole.

@barbaraaldrete8154 Ай бұрын

I see Madeline in the back she’s definitely come a long way earning her uniform as her mom a connection that’s special wit her mom who’s was also a dcc

@uncchristine99 Ай бұрын

I was rooting her as a rookie!! ❤❤

@jamesmichaelwalker683 Ай бұрын

Cheerleading and Personal Life!!!!All the blessing! a kind of continuation..... Jenna and Hoda!!!Humm! Now you become experts in Chearleading! in Game-day experiences! That's lovely! A kind of diversification!!!!!What will be the next with you Jenna???

@BrooklynHatch-s8t Ай бұрын

I Loved this show so so so much, they work so hard at what they do!! I really hope there is a season 2! 💙🤍

@jakearnouse5267 Ай бұрын

I don’t get it. I’m 54 so I can speak from my place. There are elderly ladies who didn’t come close to the same intensity of expectation from a different era judge criticize blame and shame athletics based on color height and age. Wow. To pay them chick-fil-a wages. After these amazing people gave up their lives to be there to risk future surgeries? These young ladies deserve more. Feel so bad for them. Those elderly ladies are deplorable.

@fan.sports Ай бұрын

Netflix show is great! 👋👋

@Cocoa-yw6pv Ай бұрын

I hope Kelly realized how cruel she, Judy, and the girls were to Victoria…

@ladyliz9981 25 күн бұрын

Reece is my favorite! Love her so much 🥹 and pay them accordingly!!!

@Hebrews123 Ай бұрын

Why would they jump split on the concrete

@GreenOverMirror44444 Ай бұрын

I thought Kelcy retired at the end. How is she able to wear the uniform?

@Lea-rh1ub Ай бұрын

It’s just press for the Netflix show she’s not returning for the football season

@daniadavilac 17 күн бұрын

shes an all star cheerleader, she gets to keep her uniform + perform on special events

@emilysaenz8832 Ай бұрын

what was the conversation Kelli was talking about that she reflected on ?

@andreamartinez9145 Ай бұрын

Probably the one about the ornament

@sofiadelgado8104 Ай бұрын

PAY THEM!!!

@catm2454 Ай бұрын

They literally do it on concrete

@dez531 Ай бұрын

Victoria it’s the face of the show, feels like something is missing 😢

@regularity2556 Ай бұрын

They treat her so poorly on the show, its ironic

@ishenarobinson9616 Ай бұрын

It’s dystopian

@circle1c Ай бұрын

The Netflix series is really good and not exploitative at all. It's like the Hard Knocks NFL training camp show. Kelli is a fascinating leader and you appreciate and respect her.

@carenwebb9044 Ай бұрын

Shes horrible

@lisacarico1439 29 күн бұрын

Did not like the Netflix show. I think it puts these girls in danger, I thought they were mean to Victoria

@sadem1045 Ай бұрын

The women were great...........but Kelli and her colleagues? Not so much.

@AvisWrentmore Ай бұрын

Tall Gal in 2nd Row:) By far the most outstanding Dancer and Cheerleader:) She should be a rockette..... Gorgeous and the BEST one here:)

@erictheisen3203 Ай бұрын

Holy mackrel!

@elizabethr4107 Ай бұрын

Love Kelli! She's so iconic. Judy is amazing, too. They've done such a tremendous job w the DCC

@MrThomas564 Ай бұрын

This is why the Kids are America's Sweethearts.

@ticktock1861 Ай бұрын

so if they are in training camp she pretty much made the team again that is great

@miri5652 20 күн бұрын

05:00 4th she is so cute 😂😂😂😂

@xDlolezxD Ай бұрын

pay them more.

@sancerda4255 29 күн бұрын

Where is VICTORIA? Why was she not invited to the show? 🤔🤔🤔 I loved her story!

@cassie.zuo25 Ай бұрын

This show is the best in the world

@danavila04 Ай бұрын

The vet messing up on National tv! 😂 hope she’s not fired. And why pick her as a spokesperson if she messes up?

@ryanciani3324 Ай бұрын

You really wanna watch them watch the cmt show

@Donna55959 Ай бұрын

Without the cheerleaders football is a game - with the cheerleaders it is an event. They really lift the whole affair to a higher level. I thought they would be getting sensational money, considering the expectations and training - it is very disappointing that they get less than minimum salaries. Shame on you NFL.

@corelladoll2051 Ай бұрын

It really comes across to me how submissive and sweet they are. I’m finding it weird. Almost like a cult. There’s a whole lot going on other than cheering. They expect them to have this certain demeanor at all times like a 50’s housewife. The way they treat Victoria I think is horrid. They told her she can’t be a leader. I honestly don’t get it. Why would these women subject themselves to all this for $35,000. a year and to have to deal with all the demands this woman in charge puts on them.

@avez8307 22 күн бұрын

These women need to be compensated fairly for their talent WITH proper medical insurance! The amount they get for the work they do is absolutely criminal! I also cant believe they made them do the jump split on cement or not, this move needs to be retired as its not medically safe. Unbelievable that its 2024 and this is still happening.

@vanessavieira111 22 күн бұрын

Pay the cheerleaders!!!!!!!!

@AmandaCass-e9v 23 күн бұрын

They made them jump split on cement smh

@z-mane1438 Ай бұрын

Talk about the cowboys all you want but one they did great the past 30 is having the finest cheerleaders

@prudencej8076 29 күн бұрын

I admit that it was fascinating & engaging to watch but, wow, these women are used and abused physically (i.e. jump split on concrete), emotionally & mentally. The level of gaslighting and indoctrination is wild.... Also this is 2024 - why is there so little diversity in the team? 🙄

@hedunlap 24 күн бұрын

I bet Kelly and Judy make a ton of money off these girls.

@amunoz09 Ай бұрын

The Jones family is the reason why I will never like the cowboys. Charlotte jones was so mean and fake in this series. Those girls are so sweet and talented.

@michaell3234 Ай бұрын

Agree- very unlikeable (reminds of Beth on Yellowstone)

@safiakausar3792 18 күн бұрын

After watching the netflix show it's bit off putting. I have been a fan of the DCC making the team show and the netflix series is quite depressing and highlights the negative aspects, like Madeline seems like she is under stress and they pointed out she doesn't fuel herself maybe she doesn't eat because of the pressure?

@catgonzalez406 Ай бұрын

Horrible series they should treat the girls better they deserve better pay!! Justice for Victoria

@notEllen Ай бұрын

yes they are under paid but again they all love each other

@benitocamelo1378 Ай бұрын

It is their choice.

@mayramartinez4781 Ай бұрын

Ethically they should be paid by the BILLIONAIRE owners. Their uniform is in the Smithsonian. That's not nothing! But the flat out "who cares" attitude by the owners is one of the most unethical egos I've seen.

@notEllen Ай бұрын

@@mayramartinez4781 the coaches also dont get that much money for coaching so they also are barely making it by

@banshee1133 Ай бұрын

@@notEllenThe coach drives a Benz or something like that.