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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Jenna Waller Opens Up About Eating Disorder, Overcoming ‘Insecurities’ (Exclusive) - People.com

Eating Disorders (Google News) · June 26, 2026

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Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Jenna Waller recently shared her personal journey of recovering from an eating disorder. She explained that being cut from the team during her first training camp gave her necessary time to heal her body and improve her mental health. After focusing on her recovery and overcoming long-standing insecurities, she successfully made the squad the following year and was named Rookie of the Year.

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Key takeaways

  • Jenna Waller credits her initial rejection from the squad as a vital opportunity to focus on her health and recovery.
  • During her first training camp, she struggled with disordered eating habits and felt she was not fueling herself properly.
  • Waller noted that childhood insecurities related to cleft lip surgery resurfaced during her journey back to the team.
  • The cheerleader emphasized the importance of resilience and self-confidence when facing public scrutiny in the spotlight.
  • She was eventually named Rookie of the Year after returning to the team in a healthier physical and mental state.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader Jenna Waller Opens Up About Eating Disorder, Overcoming ‘Insecurities’ (Exclusive)  People.com

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