America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders

I started watching this show because I thought it would be inspiring to see athletes (similar to Cheer) compete and perform and train (in dance) to be their best selves. Once I began watching I was immediately turned off to hear how litttle these women are paid for their time, dedication and efforts. As someone who grew up dancing I know how difficult it is to find a career in dance and this show proves that these women are truly not valued. They give their blood sweat and tears to this team (after having to work their real jobs during the day) just to receive so little compensation to be on one of the most famous cheer teams in the world. I was appalled.

Then there was more.... They analyze every part of their bodies, don't want them to be fit (just skinny), bring them up then tear them down. Cut 2 brown girls first (more specifically one was so entrancing to watch and had the most beautiful fit body - of course that wasn't why they said they cut her buuuttt I'm just making my own assumptions).

Anyway I get that these women need to look good in the costumes. But it's 2024- time for some different (still fit still thin) body types. Athletes, bootys, boobs, short hair..... they exist and people like them. These old women with old views should retire. Makes me sad to see.