Criscilla Anderson, Former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Choreographer and Reality-Star, Dies at 45
Beloved Dancer and Choreographer Passes Away
Criscilla Anderson — former choreographer for Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) and star of the reality series Country Ever After — has died at age 45 following a long battle with colon cancer. Her death was publicly confirmed on December 2, 2025. Dallas News+2EW.com+2
Over the years, she had courageously shared updates about her health journey, including a stage-4 diagnosis first revealed in 2018. Despite treatments and periods of remission, the disease eventually progressed — and on Tuesday, a posthumous message shared on her Instagram account announced her passing. Dallas News+2The Daily Beast+2
A Powerful Life in Dance, Family & Reality TV
Criscilla’s career was marked by versatility and passion. In addition to choreographing for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, she worked as a dancer with major artists including Britney Spears, Rihanna, and Snoop Dogg. The Daily Beast+2Radio 88.8 – Demo+2
In 2020, she and her then-husband Coffey Anderson shared their lives on Netflix’s Country Ever After, a reality series which also highlighted Criscilla’s cancer journey — offering viewers honest, unfiltered glimpses into her strength, resilience, and love for her family. The Daily Beast+293.7 The Bull+2
Beyond her professional life, she was a devoted mother. In her final message, she addressed her children — calling them her “whole heart” — and offered them words of comfort, faith, and encouragement. Yahoo+2NationalWorld+2
Tributes, Grief & Gratitude from Friends, Fans & Family
News of her passing sparked an outpouring of grief and tribute across social media and from colleagues:
- Coffey Anderson honored her memory, calling her a “fighter like no other” and expressing heartbreak at the loss. Industry Previews+1
- Supporters from the dance and cheer community remembered her as “beautiful and strong,” praising her love, kindness, and generosity — both on and off the stage. E! Online+1
- Many pointed to her honesty, faith, and vulnerability — particularly how she used her public platform to share the realities of illness, motherhood, and perseverance. EW.com+1
Her final public words carried a message of hope and peace:
“If you’re reading this, I’ve finally slipped into the arms of Jesus — peacefully and surrounded by love. I fought hard and I loved deeply. I am not gone… I’m Home.” Dallas News+1
Her Legacy — More Than Just Moves
Criscilla’s life leaves imprints far beyond choreography or television screens. She will be remembered for:
- Her artistry, bringing energy and expertise to both pop-stage dance and cheerleading for one of America’s most iconic teams.
- Her transparency about illness, offering visibility and compassion for those facing cancer — particularly in creative and performance communities where such conversations are often private.
- Her role as a mother, partner, and role model — transforming personal struggle into an example of love, resilience, and faith for her children and fans alike.
Though she’s gone, her influence — in dance, family, and courage — endures.
