Netflix documentary uncovers identical pay rates between Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Chick-fil-A employees
In the world of professional sports, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) are a beloved and iconic part of the team's identity. However, a recently released docuseries, America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, sheds light on the harsh realities that these women face behind the scenes.
The cheerleaders' work is demanding, with intense training, long hours, and a performance-packed schedule, especially during the holiday season when they work for 21 straight days. Despite this, they are not properly compensated for their efforts. Speculation suggests that they earn approximately $150 per game, a far cry from the multimillion-dollar contracts that NFL players command.
The docuseries reveals that several cheerleaders have been subjected to harassment, stalking, and sexual abuse. In 2015, four members accused a senior team executive, Richard Dalrymple, of voyeurism in their locker room. The Dallas Cowboys team paid a confidential settlement of $2.4 million after this incident.
Kelcey Wetterberg, a former cheerleader from 2019 to 2023, shared her experience of finding a hidden AirTag on her car, raising concerns about privacy and safety. Another cheerleader filed a police report after a game-day photographer touched her inappropriately.
The docuseries provides further insight into the emotionally taxing nature of the DCC profession. The women are required to maintain both the physical endurance and agility of athletes, and are subjected to high beauty standards. The internet generally agrees that the pay for DCC is not fair, with many comparing their salaries to those of full-time workers at fast-food chains.
In contrast, NFL players earn vastly more. Top players can have multimillion-dollar contracts, while even average players typically earn several hundred thousand dollars to multiple millions annually. This stark disparity between the cheerleaders' pay and that of their NFL counterparts is a major focus of the docuseries.
In 2025, the DCC received a significant pay raise, now earning approximately $75 per hour. This could amount to up to $150,000 per year for veteran cheerleaders. However, their pay remains minuscule compared to NFL players' multimillion-dollar salaries.
The docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders offers an eye-opening look into the lives and work of the DCC, revealing the harsh realities of the cheerleading industry and sparking conversations about fair compensation and workplace safety.
Read also:
- Exploring the Rise of Camila Araujo: An Insight into the Life of an Emerging Talent
- Prices for potatoes and cabbage in Russia have dropped significantly, with reductions exceeding 33%
- Highlighting the Significance of Off-the-beat Experiences
- ZDF Report Exposes Deception: "Lies and Fakeness in a Relationship"
