On this week’s episode of I AM HOME, hosts Tyler and Hilary are joined by Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, Influencer, and all-around powerhouse Megan McElaney. From Oceanside, California to center field at AT&T Stadium, Megan shares her dynamic journey and what it takes to balance professional cheerleading, a full-time marketing career, and life as a makeup artist.
The conversation covers everything from her Pro Bowl experience and behind-the-scenes moments from the Netflix series America’s Sweethearts to how she decorates her home and honors her roots. Megan opens up about the physical demands of cheer, the emotional depth of wearing the DCC uniform, and what it really feels like to represent something bigger than yourself.
This inspiring episode offers a candid look at the drive, discipline, and deep sense of home that fuels Megan’s life on and off the field.
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