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Kelli Finglass

Kelli Finglass is an American dance director, television personality, producer, and former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kelli Finglass is an American dance director, television personality, producer, and former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. She has served as director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders since 1991 and has appeared in television projects about the squad, including *Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team* and *America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders*.

Early life and education

Kelli Finglass was born on December 30, 1964, and grew up in Texas. Public biographical profiles identify her as an American dancer before her career with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders career

Finglass joined the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in 1984 and performed with the squad until 1989. She later moved into team leadership and became director in 1991. She has remained one of the organization’s main public figures.

Television work

Finglass became widely known through reality television and documentary-style programming about the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. She has been featured as a cast member and executive producer on *Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team* and appears in *America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders*.

Public profile

Finglass is closely identified with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders brand and has helped shape its modern public image. Coverage of her career often emphasizes her long tenure and influence within the organization.

Key facts

  • Finglass was a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader from 1984 to 1989.
  • She became director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in 1991.
  • She has appeared in and executive produced *Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team*.
  • She also appears in Netflix’s *America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders*.
  • She is associated with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders organization in both performance and leadership roles.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kelli Finglass?
She is the director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and a former member of the squad.
When was Kelli Finglass born?
She was born on December 30, 1964.
When did she join the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders?
She joined the team in 1984 and performed through 1989.
When did she become director?
She became director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in 1991.
What television projects is she known for?
She is known for *Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team* and *America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelli_Finglass
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader status, and role as director.
  2. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/kelli-finglass-americas-sweethearts-dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders
    Supports: Her role as senior director/director and her long tenure with the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
  3. Dallas Cowboys — https://www.dallascowboys.com/news/dcc-dancing-driven-determined-to-be-brave
    Supports: That she has directed the cheerleaders since 1991 and her organizational role.
  4. People — https://people.com/dallas-cowboys-cheerleaders-kelli-finglass-and-judy-trammell-tease-retirement-plans-exclusive-12006863
    Supports: That she began as a cheerleader, worked in leadership, and was promoted to director in 1991.