America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 2 is just around the corner, butmany are curious what happened to their favorite members of the DCC team after the first seasonof the iconic series. While many were interested in all of the cheerleaders who were part ofAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1, there were some members of the team who stood out. With storylines that dove deep into the cheerleaders' personal lives, America’s Sweethearts allowed viewers to get a full picture of the cheerleaders who support one of the NFL’s most well-known, highly watched teams, the Dallas Cowboys.
With Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders having become one of the most iconic NFL cheerleading teams over time, documenting the intense selection process has been something viewers are interested in for many years. From the early 90s documentaries surrounding the team to the long-running CMT series,Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making The Team, viewers have been invested inwho’s part of the Cowboys cheerleading teamfor decades, but things have escalated further in the current iteration of the team, led by Director Kelli Finglass and Choreographer Judy Trammell. WithAmerica’s Sweetheartsseason 1 resonating with viewers,some fan-favorites were worth continuing to follow.
Kelcey Wetterberg
Retired
Kelcey Wetterberg was one of the most talked about members ofAmerica’s Sweetheartsseason 1’s cast, but things have changed for her in its aftermath. DuringAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Kelcey was the first leader of the team, having worked her way up through her years on the team. Going into her fifth year at the start of the season, Kelcey knew going into the year that it would be her last. After years of wear and tear on her body,Kelcey was ready to retire.
At the end of the season, Kelcey tearfully said goodbye to her uniform and moved forward with her life, getting engaged to her longtime boyfriend. SinceAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1, Kelcey’s life has changed. Still working as a pediatric nurse,Kelcey married her longtime partner Nate Crnkovich, and the pair have since bought a house. Often reflecting on her time with DCC, Kelcey appears to be enjoying her retirement.
Victoria Kalina
As one of the veterans who struggled to regain her spot with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders,VictoriaKalina was one of the most memorable members of the team duringAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1. Victoria, whose mother was a DCC alum and wanted to see her daughter’s dreams come true, was struggling with disordered eating throughout the season, and often got in her own way throughout the audition process. Though she was coming in as a veteran,Victoria had a hard time making the team for a fourth year, but ultimately succeeded.
AfterAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Victoria made the tough choiceto leave the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders behind, deciding not to try out for a fifth season. Instead, Victoria moved to New York City, making her way in the world on her own for the first time. Victoria has revealed online that she’s been teaching dance in the city, training, andeven tried out for the Radio City Rockettes.
Madeline Salter
Returning To Training Camp
Many rememberedMadeline Salter fromAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1 as the cheerleader whose parents met working for the Dallas Cowboys organization. After her father’s tragic death, Madeline wasn’t sure if she wanted to continue on with the legacy, but tried out for the team and wound up making it onto the squad. ThroughoutAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Madeline was in the middle of the pack and uncertain about her future with the squad, but she made it through to the squad by the time training camp was over.
AfterAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1, Madeline was dealing with an injury that looked like it might keep her sidelined, but she fought her way back onto the squad. Returning for another year, Madeline documented her journey with DCC online, and then shared her most recent tryouts for the team, as well.Madeline’s legacy with DCC has been continuing to build, even after tragedy.
Reece Weaver
As one of the rookie candidates duringAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Reece Weaver was one of the fan-favorite cheerleadersto come out of the show. With Reece moving her life down to Dallas to try out and train for the squad, it was clear she was incredibly dedicated. Her boyfriend, Will Allman, was supportive and ultimately moved down to Texas during the season to join her, happy to be building a life together.Reece was one of the more certain betssurrounding who would make the squad throughoutAmerica’s Sweetheartsseason 1.
While Reece was a safe bet to become a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, it still meant the world to her when she made the squad. Moving through her first season tested Reece, but she ultimately became a better dancer with the DCC training. After the show finished filming,Reece continued her career with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and will be one of the featured cheerleaders onAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 2.
Charly Barby
As one of the rookie veterans onAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Charly Barby became a fan-favoritedue to her immense talent and her positive personality. Charly, originally from California, traveled to Dallas to train and work toward becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. Making it nearly all the way through the auditions,Charly was cut during training camp, but she was determined to move forwardwith the team in the future.
AfterAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1, Charly continued to train and prepare for the next round of auditions. Excited to be able to participate in the tryouts once again, Charly was ready when the audition round began, and worked her way through the intricate process once again.Charly is one of the cheerleaders who will be featured onAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 2.
Kelly Villares
Kelly Villares, one of the last cheerleaders cut during theAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1 auditions, was one of the most talented performers of the season, but often let her nerves get the best of her. The show highlighted the way Kelly’s parents, who raised her in Weekhawken, New Jersey, supported her consistently throughout her dance career. WhileKelly was clearly talented and ready for the challenge of taking on DCC, she was cut late in the process and told to try again next year.
AfterAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 1,Kelly continued to train and work toward her goalof becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. Working with Charly throughout the year in between audition seasons, the pair got the opportunity to get to know each other and learn together, bettering their craft for auditions.Kelly will be one of the cheerleadersfeatured onAmerica’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 2.
America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleadersseason 2 drops on Wednesday, June 18 on Netflix.
