'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
Season 2 of America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders was released on Netflix on June 18
At the end of the season, several veterans announced their retirements
Netflix has confirmed that a third season of the show is coming in 2026
America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will be back for more iconic performances and heartbreaking goodbyes.
In August 2025, Netflix confirmed that the series is returning for season 3 in 2026. The streamer shared a glimpse of filming for the new episodes on Instagram.
After it was first released on Netflix in June 2024, the docuseries quickly gained a large audience of fans. Not only did it land a spot in the streaming platform's top 10, but it also sparked a nationwide fascination with the cheer squad, from an influx of TikTok users recreating their "Thunderstruck" routine to Chrissy Teigen parodying the audition process with her daughters.
The highly anticipated second season was released on Netflix on June 18, spotlighting a new group of hopeful rookies and returning veterans vying for a coveted place on the team. Alongside the intense audition and training camp process, the season also explored deeper storylines, including the fight for higher pay, one veteran's alopecia journey and a rule-breaking incident that shook the team.
By the end of the season, several veterans hung up their uniforms and marked the end of their chapter with the iconic team. Meanwhile, many other team members announced their plans to re-audition for the 2025-2026 season, leaving viewers eager to see how their journeys continue — and find out whether any now-open spots will be filled by rookie candidates who didn’t make the cut in season 2.
So, what should fans expect from season 3 of America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders? Here's everything to know about the Netflix docuseries' next chapter.
Will there be a season 3 of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders?
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'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
Netflix announced that America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders has been renewed for a third season in August 2025. It's already in production.
Who will be in the cast of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season 3?
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'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
So far, there has been no official cast list released for America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season 3, but Netflix's Tudum has confirmed the return of both DCC director Kelli Finglass, head choreographer Judy Trammell.
The 2025-26 roster has already been released by the team. The list includes rookie Jenna Waller, who was cut in season 2. Veterans Madie Krueger, Charly Barby, Kelly Villares, Abby Summers, Reece Weaver and Megan McElaney are also back.
Which Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders retired in season 2?
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'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
By the end of season 2, several veterans announced their retirement during uniform returns, including Armani Latimer, Jada Mclean, Amanda Howard and Chandi Dayle.
Fifth-year veteran Latimer shared it was time for "a new chapter" and that she wanted to be part of things "happening on the outside," while fifth-year veteran Mclean said although she would "do this forever" if she could, she had to be "realistic" that this was only a short part of her life.
Mclean added, "I'm sad, but it's a bittersweet sadness. It's just sad that it all is over, but I'm very happy with how the last five years have gone, and I'm at a place where I need to see what's next in life."
As for Howard, the third-year veteran said she was exiting because of "the way some things were handled throughout the year."
Howard had been partially leading the fight for higher pay, and was "disappointed" by how the "contract situation" played out, noting that she felt her relationship dynamic with Finglass and Trammell had shifted.
"It broke my heart because I just want to feel worth and value," she told the two. "I feel like I don't feel that here, unfortunately, and so it's time for the next chapter."
While many of these alumni won't be part of the DCC squad, retired veterans from season 1 — including Victoria Kalina and Kelcey Wetterberg — made brief appearances in season 2. If season 3 follows suit, some retired veterans may make brief returns to the show.
When will season 3 of America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders be released?
Kelli Finglass, Charlotte Jones, Haley Anderson and Judy Trammell in 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
Kelli Finglass, Charlotte Jones, Haley Anderson and Judy Trammell in 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
There is no expected release date for America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season 3 yet, though Netflix has confirmed that the show will be back sometime in 2026.
The first two seasons were released in June 2024 and June 2025, respectively, so it's likely a third season would follow suit for a summer 2026 release.
Where can I watch America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders?
Kelly, Reece and Charly in 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
Kelly, Reece and Charly in 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' season 2.
Want to get your DCC fix while not-so-patiently awaiting another season? The first two seasons of America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders are available to stream on Netflix, while Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team is available on Paramount+.