‘America's Sweethearts': Who is Claire Wolford? Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders' star closes final chapter

Cowboy Nation was upset by Claire Wolford's sudden retirement announcement
UPDATED JUN 20, 2024
‘America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford announced her retirement (Instagram/@clairewolford)
‘America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford announced her retirement (Instagram/@clairewolford)

DALLAS, TEXAS: This year, the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders will lose a number of veterans to retirement. Claire Wolford, a seasoned cheerleader for the Dallas Cowboys, is one of the players who will not return next year. 

Claire has been a part of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders since the 2020 season, and she is currently starring in Netflix's 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders'. She claims that these four years have been the finest of her life.


 
 
 
 
 
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"Not quite sure how to wrap up the best 4 years of my life and a dream come true 💙 This team gave me a family, memories, and opportunities to last a lifetime. Thank you Jesus!!!"

She added, "I love you forever @dccheerleaders," in a post from May.

She will undoubtedly be missed.

Claire trained in every kind of dance for 13 years, having grown up as a competitive dancer. She participated in the Nebraska Dance Team while attending the University of Nebraska.

After that, she moved to Arizona State University, where she joined the dance team. In her senior year, Claire served as the Choreography Captain.

While attending college, she joined with MSA Agency and became fully involved in the commercial dance industry, working as both a choreographer and professional dancer. Claire now gets to dance on the biggest platform in the NFL! What an honor and privilege! 

Since she was a little child, Claire has held the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders in high regard. They are intelligent, multifaceted, and extraordinarily gifted ladies who have a strong desire to give back to the community and perform.

Claire sincerely desired to be a part of something that would allow her to pursue her passions and change the world. For that, DCC had been the ideal fit!

Claire Wolford announced her retirement ahead of 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' debut (Instagram/clairewolford)
Claire Wolford announced her retirement ahead of 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' debut (Instagram/@clairewolford)

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford hosts a podcast to inspire young women

Claire has been a cheerleader for the Dallas Cowboys for the previous four years, in addition to being a dance teacher, Pilates instructor, and choreographer. She works with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders as a Special Project Officer as well.

In addition, she is the host of her own podcast, 'Sweet as Honey', in which she encourages women with thoughtful dialogue, Christian guidance, girl chat, and motivational anecdotes. You can find her show on iTunes, Podtail, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.

She went to Arizona State University and is originally from Lincoln, Nebraska. Through her love of dancing, giving back to her community, and encouraging others to follow their ambitions, Claire hopes to have a positive influence.

Her undergraduate degree in Integrated and Digital Marketing was awarded to her with honors from Arizona State University's W.P. Carey School of Business. Claire is a dance instructor, pilates instructor, and choreographer who works for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders as a Special Project Officer.

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star Claire Wolford hosts a podcast named 'Sweet As Honey Podcast' (Instagram/sweetashoneypodcast)
'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star Claire Wolford hosts a podcast named 'Sweet As Honey Podcast' (Instagram/@sweetashoneypodcast)

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star Claire Wolford is a social media sensation

An accomplished Cowboys cheerleader, Claire has received a lot of attention on social media. As one of the NFL's most well-known cheerleaders, she has gained popularity by attracting fans with her alluring dance routines that are featured on social media and her interesting podcast.

In addition to serving as group leader for the 2023 regular season, the seasoned Dallas Cowboys cheerleader has a sizable fan base on well-known social media sites like Instagram and TikTok. She shared an Instagram photo in January 2021 announcing her relationship with the Dallas Cowboys.

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford is a big social media star (Instagram/clairewolford)
'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford is a big social media star (Instagram/@clairewolford)

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star Claire Wolford is deeply religious

Claire fully trusts in the Almighty God. She says she would not be able to survive without "The Good Lord."

She enjoys feeling strong and healthy, which is why she exercises and for everything else she does!

Claire says the most important things in her life are her faith and her close friends and family. She is driven, inspired, and passionate about whatever she does because of her religion.

Without the encouragement and support of her loved ones, who always encourage her to give it her all, Claire would not be able to do anything!

Claire wants to start her own family, teach dance, and choreograph! She would also like to find a nonprofit organization that offers underprivileged communities resources and free dancing instruction.

'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford puts her faith in God (Instagram/clairewolford)
'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' star Claire Wolford puts her faith in God (Instagram/@clairewolford)

Check out Claire Wolford break-a-leg as ‘America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' currently airs on Netflix on June 20

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