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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys OTT Release Date - When and where to watch rise of an NFL dynasty
America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys OTT Release Date - The Dallas Cowboys weren't always the world's most valuable sports franchise. But one man's bold bet changed everything. America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys, an upcoming sports documentary series, will unpack how oil tycoon Jerry Jones turned a struggling football team into a multi-billion-dollar dynasty. The series drops on August 19, 2025, on Netflix. What is America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys all about? At its core, America's Team is about ambition, power, ego, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. This is a layered look at the 1990s Dallas Cowboys, a team that dominated the NFL, shaped American pop culture, and redefined how sports franchises operate. It all began in 1989, when Jerry Jones, a businessman with zero experience running an NFL team, purchased the Dallas Cowboys for $150 million. What followed was a chaotic, controversial, and ultimately historic journey that led to three Super Bowl victories (1992, 1993, and 1995) and a global fanbase. Cast of real-life characters This docuseries is stacked with first-hand interviews and never-before-seen footage. You'll hear directly from the people who built and sometimes broke the dynasty: Jerry Jones – The owner, president, and general manager who bet it all. Troy Aikman – The cool-headed quarterback who became the face of the franchise. Emmitt Smith – The league's all-time leading rusher, who powered the offence. Michael Irvin – The fiery wide receiver who brought unmatched intensity. Deion Sanders – The flashy, two-sport superstar who brought swagger to the team. Jimmy Johnson – The no-nonsense coach who clashed with Jones, then delivered titles. Barry Switzer – The college coaching legend who kept the winning streak alive. George W. Bush – Former U.S. President and longtime Cowboys fan, offering a personal perspective. Phil Knight – Nike co-founder, discussing the Cowboys' brand power and cultural rise. America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys comes from the Emmy-winning directors Chapman and Maclain Way, best known for Netflix hits like Wild Wild Country and Untold.
USA Today
13 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
Cowboys Headlines: Lakers sale good news for Jerry Jones; cheerleaders get huge pay raise
Cowboys Headlines: Lakers sale good news for Jerry Jones; cheerleaders get huge pay raise Today, we celebrate freedom.#Juneteenth is a day to reflect, educate, and commemorate. — Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) June 19, 2025 Major financial news surrounding America's Team this week, even though the players are out on summer vacation. The NBA's Los Angeles Lakers were sold for a record amount. That development doesn't change the Cowboys' standing as the most valuable sports team on the planet- in fact, it just pushed their worth even higher. We'll explain. And coincidentally, the team's world-famous cheerleaders are getting a massive pay raise, going from an embarrassingly low wage that brought a lawsuit just a few years ago to an amount that one current member called "life-changing." Meanwhile, we've got roster news on two defensive additions (and the two players who were cut to make room), big-picture background on why Donovan Ezeiruaku remains unsigned, a theory on why Jerry Jones isn't rushing to ink Micah Parsons to a market-setting deal, and a fascinating look back at the Cowboys trailblazer who changed the locker room... and helped transform a city as we commemorate Juneteenth. Where Cowboys rank among most valuable franchises after Lakers' $10B sale :: Link The NBA's Lakers were estimated to be worth $8.07 billion at the time of their sale Wednesday for a record $10 billion. The Cowboys remain the most valuable franchise in sports, though, with a valuation of $10.32 billion as of February. The Lakers' eye-popping price tag simply means Jerry Jones could now ask for A LOT more... if, of course, he were of a mind to sell. Cowboys likely delaying this $40 million annual investment for a reason :: Cowboys Wire Link Jerry Jones's stalling to do a deal with Micah Parsons isn't just stubbornness. Every day a dollar stays in the owner's portfolio is a potential for serious profit. Estimates calculate that an investment of $40 million (Parsons's expected annual payday) stands to make an average of 10% in annual profit. That equates to 0.83% profit per month and a $332,000 monthly return. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders say they will receive 400% pay raise next season :: Dallas Morning News Link The raise was revealed during Season 2 of the Netflix series America's Sweethearts. The team settled one pay dispute in 2019, with the squad's gameday pay jumping from $200 to $400. This bump is four times that. With most members juggling several jobs to make ends meet, one cheerleader described the raise as "life-changing." Cowboys sign former 4th-round draft picks at DT, CB; waive 2 from roster to make room :: Cowboys Wire Link All-UFL defensive tackle Perrion Winfrey will make his return to the NFL after starting in Cleveland in 2022. Cornerback Robert Rochell played in 28 games for the Rams and 23 for the Packers. Justin Rogers and Luq Barcoo were waived to make room for them on the Dallas roster. Agent's Take: What is holding up NFL Draft second-rounders from signing rookie deals? :: CBS Sports Link Only 36 drafted players remain unsigned, but an overwhelming 30 of them- including Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku- are second-rounders. Agent Joel Corry says the stalemate is because of QB Tyler Shough, who was picked 40th overall. Shough is insisting on a fully guaranteed contract from the Saints, and that possibility has agents for many of the unsigned picks around him (Ezeiruaku was 44th) waiting to see if they can get better deals as a result. 2 veteran cut candidates who would still play for Cowboys in 2025 :: Cowboys Wire Link Don't be surprised if Will Grier and CJ Goodwin are both let go following the Cowboys' preseason finale, only to be brought back. Grier could be on the practice squad and then elevated for the first three weeks of the season- to protect Joe Milton's spot on the roster and still keep a veteran backup handy. The Cowboys may make a gentleman's agreement with special-teams ace Goodwin to bring him back after Week 1, a roster-shuffle trick they've done with him before. Cowboys mailbag: Dak Prescott optimism? Trevon Diggs' future? Summer standouts? :: The Athletic Link This look at the current state of the Cowboys notes that the team could offload Trevon Diggs during the next offseason and carry a dead cap hit of just under $6 million in 2026, saving more than $12.5 million. Or they could designate him a post-June 1 release and save $15.5 million... and spread the dead cap over 2026 and 2027 at just under $3 million each year. Unless there's a huge bounceback from Diggs in 2025, a parting of the ways is certainly a possibility, given those figures. Analyst: 'Doing the Draft Show in October' if Cowboys don't correct this Prescott issue :: Cowboys Wire Link Ex-scout Bryan Broaddus believes the Cowboys' 2025 season could come to an early end if Brian Schottenheimer demands that his offensive vision be executed over and above what the quarterback actually sees on the field. The implication, of course, is that what doomed the Cowboys last season under Mike McCarthy. Cowboys risk losing draft picks if they play $3 million bargains too much :: Cowboys Wire Link Keep an eye on the snap counts for Javonte Williams and Solomon Thomas this year. If either plays enough to qualify as compensatory free agents, they risk cancelling out first a sixth-round-, and then a fifth-round draft pick. The Cowboys could, however, pick up extra seventh-round help if Rico Dowdle and Cooper Rush play more than expected for their new teams. Dallas will already get comp picks for the losses of Jourdan Lewis, DeMarcus Lawrence, and Chauncey Golston. Dallas Cowboys veterans and rookies scheduled to report to training camp on July 21st :: Blogging the Boys Link Cowboys veteran and rookies alike will report to Oxnard, Calif. on July 21. The rest of the training camp schedule has yet to be announced, but the team will have a joint practice with the Rams on Aug. 5. $34 million mercenary among 3 Cowboys to make ESPN's quarter-century 53-man roster :: Cowboys Wire Link Wide receiver Terrell Owens, right guard Zack Martin, and edge rusher DeMarcus Ware were all named to the network's All-Quarter Century Team. Collectively, the three ex-Cowboys had 21 All-Pro nods. This boxer trains Cowboys, NFL stars. Now, he's joining an upstart boxing league :: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Link Players like Micah Parsons and Amari Cooper have trained with Tony Mack at his boxing gym in Allen, Tex. Now Mack will coach the Dallas Enforcers in the rising Team Combat League. The 24-boxer team, with a 4-1 record, is currently in second place in the 12-team league. Pettis Norman's life in football :: Dallas Cowboys YouTube Link In commemoration of Juneteenth, check out the contributions that the former tight end made in advocating for equal treatment within the Cowboys locker room during the segregated '60s. The changes Norman helped usher in with the team began to alter perspectives of Dallas society at large. The Cowboys celebrate freedom on Juneteenth :: Dallas Cowboys Follow Cowboys Wire on Facebook to join in on the conversation with fellow fans!
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders salary: How much are dancers paid?
FOLLOWING years of controversy, the iconic Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders secured a historic pay rise in 2025. Netflix's America's Sweethearts revealed the world's wealthiest sports franchise paid their dedicated team of dancers inadequately, but thankfully they have secured a 400 per cent pay rise. Advertisement 3 The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders have secured a 400 per cent pay rise 3 Members of the squad put in up to 40 hours a week practicing Credit: Getty 3 Previously the squad was paid just $400 per game Credit: Getty In June 2025, it was announced on Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders that the squad would receive a 400 per cent pay increase for the 2025 NFL season. This marks a significant shift from previous years, when their pay was widely criticized as inadequate given the demanding nature and visibility of their role. During the show's first series, Charlotte Jones — daughter of franchise owner Jerry Jones — admitted their was an issue with their pay, saying: "There's a lot of cynicism around pay for NFL cheerleaders — as it should be. They're not paid a lot." Previously, the squad was paid $400 per game — a figure that itself was the result of a 2019 settlement that doubled their earlier $200 per game rate. Advertisement And now the Cowboys have reportedly multiplied the squad's pay by four, which would take it up to somewhere in the region of $1,600. When season two of America's Sweethearts dropped on June 18, 2025, one of the Cowboy's cheerleaders revealed that the franchise had finally addressed this issue. Megan McElaney said: "We ended up getting a 400 per cent increase, which is like, life-changing.' She said they would now earn around $75 per hour, compared to about $15 per hour from the previous season for most cheerleaders. Advertisement Most read in American Football Exclusive And former Cowboys dancer Jada McLean added: "Happy isn't even the right word for it. "I think I was just ... a relief, like everything had paid off... Finally, we were done fighting." Stunning Dallas Cowboys cheerleader turns heads with 'intensive' outfit routine ahead of new NFL season Former Cowboys cheerleader Jada reportedly earned between $15,000 and $22,000 annually during her time with the squad, a figure that includes game-day pay, rehearsals and paid appearances. She also told the New York Times that the new contract does not include health insurance. Advertisement Cheerleaders typically spend 30 to 40 hours per week on training, performances, and preparations, and many still work additional jobs to make ends meet. The pay raise comes after years of internal discussions, media coverage, and legal action. In 2018, former cheerleader Erica Wilkins filed a lawsuit alleging unfair pay practices, claiming she earned about $7 an hour plus a flat $200 per game. The lawsuit was settled in 2019, doubling the per-game rate at the time. Advertisement Read more on the Irish Sun Although the Dallas Cowboys are the most valuable sports franchise in the world, topping Forbes' sporting wealth list with a valuation of $10.1billion, their cheerleaders' pay has historically lagged behind the team's financial stature. The recent raise is seen by many as long-overdue, bringing the cheerleaders' pay more in line with the squad's prominence, commitment and workload.
Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders salary: How much are dancers paid?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FOLLOWING years of controversy, the iconic Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders secured a historic pay rise in 2025. Netflix's America's Sweethearts revealed the world's wealthiest sports franchise paid their dedicated team of dancers inadequately, but thankfully they have secured a 400 per cent pay rise. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders have secured a 400 per cent pay rise 3 Members of the squad put in up to 40 hours a week practicing Credit: Getty 3 Previously the squad was paid just $400 per game Credit: Getty In June 2025, it was announced on Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders that the squad would receive a 400 per cent pay increase for the 2025 NFL season. This marks a significant shift from previous years, when their pay was widely criticized as inadequate given the demanding nature and visibility of their role. During the show's first series, Charlotte Jones — daughter of franchise owner Jerry Jones — admitted their was an issue with their pay, saying: "There's a lot of cynicism around pay for NFL cheerleaders — as it should be. They're not paid a lot." Previously, the squad was paid $400 per game — a figure that itself was the result of a 2019 settlement that doubled their earlier $200 per game rate. And now the Cowboys have reportedly multiplied the squad's pay by four, which would take it up to somewhere in the region of $1,600. When season two of America's Sweethearts dropped on June 18, 2025, one of the Cowboy's cheerleaders revealed that the franchise had finally addressed this issue. Megan McElaney said: "We ended up getting a 400 per cent increase, which is like, life-changing.' She said they would now earn around $75 per hour, compared to about $15 per hour from the previous season for most cheerleaders. And former Cowboys dancer Jada McLean added: "Happy isn't even the right word for it. "I think I was just ... a relief, like everything had paid off... Finally, we were done fighting." Stunning Dallas Cowboys cheerleader turns heads with 'intensive' outfit routine ahead of new NFL season Former Cowboys cheerleader Jada reportedly earned between $15,000 and $22,000 annually during her time with the squad, a figure that includes game-day pay, rehearsals and paid appearances. She also told the New York Times that the new contract does not include health insurance. Cheerleaders typically spend 30 to 40 hours per week on training, performances, and preparations, and many still work additional jobs to make ends meet. The pay raise comes after years of internal discussions, media coverage, and legal action. In 2018, former cheerleader Erica Wilkins filed a lawsuit alleging unfair pay practices, claiming she earned about $7 an hour plus a flat $200 per game. The lawsuit was settled in 2019, doubling the per-game rate at the time. Although the Dallas Cowboys are the most valuable sports franchise in the world, topping Forbes' sporting wealth list with a valuation of $10.1billion, their cheerleaders' pay has historically lagged behind the team's financial stature. The recent raise is seen by many as long-overdue, bringing the cheerleaders' pay more in line with the squad's prominence, commitment and workload.
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First Post
3 days ago
- Business
- First Post
Chinese herbal medicine firm with no revenue sends investors in frenzy, shares rise 58,000%
The Hong Kong-based firm sells traditional herbal medicine to treat ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. It is largely self-funded by Au and is still in the research and development phase read more A small-scale Chinese herbal medicine manufacturing company was losing money until recently, when its fortunes turned overnight as its shares rose 58,000 per cent as of Monday. The firm, named Regencell Bioscience Holding Ltd., witnessed a phenomenal revenue growth this week after its shares exploded. The move has increased the value of Chief Executive Officer Yat-Gai Au's 86 per cent stake to $25.6 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, pushing Au's paper wealth above that of longtime rich-list figures like Jerry Jones and Masayoshi Son. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD About the company The Hong Kong-based firm sells traditional herbal medicine to treat ADHD and autism spectrum disorder. It is largely self-funded by Au and is still in the research and development phase. Regencell Bioscience did not turn a profit since it went public, and in fact lost $4.4 million in the fiscal year through June 30, 2024, as per its filings. The company does not have a chief medical officer since the last person resigned in 2022. 'Both entities [Regencell and its associated foundation] are Gai's passion projects, and he will continue to invest his personal funds to defend what he believes in,' Au's bio page on the company's website says. 'He has literally put his money where his mouth is by investing over US$9 million in RGC to demonstrate his personal belief and commitment,' it added. Founded in 2014, Regencell primarily focuses on marketing and licensing traditional remedies developed by the founder's father, Sik-Kee Au. A former security alarm business owner in California with a background in electrical engineering, the father was found guilty of professional misconduct in August 2021 by a Hong Kong practitioners' board for overprescribing medication, according to a public order. What's behind the rally? The rally comes amid US interest in alternative medicine and regulatory changes, but analysts warn the surge is unsustainable. Previous speculative bubbles in similar stocks have ended in sharp corrections.
