Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders announce plans to unionize after pay raise

The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders announced their intention to unionize on October 23, 2026, in collaboration with the newly formed Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association (DCCA). This decision comes after significant discussions with team management regarding recognition as the collective bargaining representative. The cheerleaders aim for improved working conditions following a reported 400% pay increase in their new contracts for the 2025-2026 season, a response to prior complaints about minimum wage earnings. Their current pay stands at approximately $75 per hour and $2,500 per game.

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