The third season of America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders premieres on Netflix on Tuesday, 16th June, bringing seven all-new episodes. The docuseries follows the cheerleading squad of one of the most iconic sports franchises in history, showcasing their intense training and live performances.
Who Owns the Dallas Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys are owned by American billionaire businessman Jerry Jones, who has held ownership since 1989. Jones purchased the NFL team from philanthropist Bum Bright for $140 million (£104 million). Bright had owned the team from 1984 to 1989.
In addition to being the owner, Jones serves as the president and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, and he is the controlling shareholder of the business.
Jerry Jones' Background
Before owning the team, Jones had a promising football career. He was co-captain for the University of Arkansas' 1964 national championship football team. It was there he met Jimmy Johnson, who became the Dallas Cowboys' first head coach after Jones bought the team.
Jones later made investments in oil drilling, retail, and real estate in Dallas, Texas, earning millions throughout the 1970s.
How Much Are the Dallas Cowboys Worth?
Since purchasing the Dallas Cowboys, Jones has transformed them into the most valuable sports franchise in the world and one of the most successful NFL teams of all time. They are second only to the Green Bay Packers in overall NFL season rankings, with 1,015 wins to 576 losses.
The Dallas Cowboys have won the Super Bowl three times under Jones' leadership: defeating the Buffalo Bills in 1993 and 1994, and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1996.
According to Forbes, the team's value is estimated at roughly $13 billion (£9.68 billion). Jones' own net worth is around $19 billion (£14.15 billion).
America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders season 3 premieres Tuesday, 16th June on Netflix.
