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Jerry Harris has just been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison in his child pornography case.According to multiple reports, the  star was sentenced Wednesday at a hearing that included Harris' supporters who spoke on his behalf before the judge announced the sentencing. Prosecutors initially wanted Harris to get 15 years.The sentencing comes nearly five months after Harris pled guilty in a Chicago courtroom to receiving child pornography as well as traveling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct. At the time, a statement from Harris' lawyers noted that he wanted to take responsibility for his actions and «publicly convey his remorse for the harm he has caused the victims in this case.»«Jerry is a 22-year-old young man whose story can only be understood through the lens of the extreme poverty, sexual abuse, and neglect of his childhood,» the statement reads.

star and her beau, Stone Burleson, said their «I dos» on Sunday. According to, the Netflix star and her longtime love tied the knot in front of 275 guests at The Olana, a sprawling mansion estate in Hickory Creek, Texas. For her big day, Simianer was escorted down the aisle by her grandfather as Christina Perry's «A Thousand Years» played.For the occasion, the former Navarro cheer team member wore a dress by the Bridal Boutique, and the new Mr.

, which ran for two seasons.Allegations detailed in the 20-page lawsuit filed in a Dallas court include: an overall culture of abuse, violence, hazing, and cover-ups within the program. It names the cheerleader's alleged attacker, the college and head coach Monica Aldama.According to the lawsuit, the former cheerleader called Aldama and told her about the assault. «Let's not make this a big deal,» Aldama said, according to the lawsuit.

 star Maddy Brum is feeling «blessed to be alive» following a scary accident. Brum took to Instagram on Thursday to inform fans of the hit Netflix show that, while crossing a street two days prior in Kansas City, Missouri, with a group of friends, a car going between 20 to 30 miles per hour hit her.Despite the scary ordeal, Brum said she feels «extra blessed» and «blessed to be surrounded by people who give me nothing but happiness and comfort.»«Luckily, I only left with bruises and cuts on my body,» Brum added in her caption, along with photos of her on a hospital bed.She also thanked the Cheer Live Tour 2022 team «for helping me at the hospital, as well as getting an orthopedic surgeon to make sure I was okay to still do what I love.»A post shared by Maddy Brum (@maddybrum)Brum also shared that, despite the accident, she'll continue the tour «to the best of my ability for the next few shows.» There are still 20 more tour dates, including Friday's performance in St.

shared similar shots on his Instagram page, gushing, «On Saturday, the woman of my dreams blessed my entire world by saying 'Yes.' Morgan Lyn Simianer, I can’t wait for my life with you by my side.»A post shared by MORGAN SIMIANER (@morgannlyn)The couple told , who was first to report the news, that they got engaged over the weekend in Dallas, Texas, at the HALL Arts Hotel. Simianer was lured to the hotel under the pretense that she was there for an interview, only to discover Burleson there waiting for her, the outlet said. The Netflix star was further surprised by her new fiancé, when she walked into a post-engagement party with her family and friends, reported.Burleson, who's been dating Simianer since early 2021, told the outlet that he popped the question with a Kay Jewelers custom Neil Lane marquise diamond ring, noting that the 2 and 3/4-carat diamond was set among a halo of diamonds on an 18K yellow gold band.«After our first date, I knew I wanted to be with Morgan for the rest of my life, and this weekend, I asked her to be my forever, she blessed me by saying yes,» Burleson told the outlet.The bride-to-be was equally thrilled about the proposal, gushing, «I'm so excited I get to marry my best friend.

Jerry Harris pleaded guilty in his child pornography case in a court hearing in Chicago on Thursday. Harris' sentencing is scheduled to take place on June 28. According to, sentencing guidelines call for up to 50 years in prison, though it will be up to the judge to decide how much time he serves.A statement from Harris' lawyers noted that the star wanted to take responsibility for his actions and «publicly convey his remorse for the harm he has caused the victims in this case.»«Jerry is a 22-year-old young man whose story can only be understood though the lens of the extreme poverty, sexual abuse, and neglect of his childhood,» the statement reads.

Jerry Harris, star of the Netflix docuseries, has pleaded not guilty to multiple felony charges.

Jerry Harris is facing seven new charges in his child pornography case.

Jerry Harris' lawyers have filed a motion for his pretrial release with conditions, as he awaits his trial for child pornography.In court documents obtained by ET on Wednesday, the star's lawyers state that he should be released pending trial because the nature and circumstances of his offense is not persuasive enough to merit his retention, his previous character does not support the government's position that he's a dangerous child predator, and that there are sufficient conditions to assure

star Jerry Harris detained as he awaits his trial for child pornography. According to documents obtained by ET, Harris allegedly sent and requested inappropriate photos from multiple minors for over two years.

Monica Aldama is keeping her chin held high amid all the legal drama surrounding former  student Jerry Harris.The Navarro College cheerleading coach and her pro partner, Val Chmerkovskiy, performed a Jive to Taylor Swift's «Shake It Off» during week 2 of on Tuesday. «The work ethic comes easy to me but the dance does not,» Aldama said in her pre-taped package, which aired moments before she performed.

Gabi Butler is speaking out on the arrest of friend and former teammate Jerry Harris. Harris was arrested in Chicago on Thursday and charged with production of child pornography. According to the criminal complaint, Harris allegedly contacted an underage boy on social media and repeatedly enticed him to produce sexually explicit videos and photographs of himself, and send them to Harris. The complaint also alleges that the victim informed Harris during their initial online encounter that he was

Cheer coach Monica Aldama said she is “devastated” after the Netflix show’s star Jerry Harris was charged with producing child sexual abuse images.

Monica Aldama has spoken out after news broke on Thursday that one of her former cheerleaders, Jerry Harris, was arrested on child pornography charges. Early Friday morning, the Navarro College coach, who is currently competing on, took to Instagram to share a statement. «My heart is shattered into a million pieces,» she wrote.

The Chicago Tribune reported that Jerry Harris was arrested and charged in federal court in Chicago on Thursday, September 17, according to The U.S. Attorney’s Office. It took place three days after the FBI raided his home in Naperville, Illinois where they were investigating allegations that he solicited sexually explicit photos and sex from minors.

Jerry Harris, best known for his inspiring mat talks in Netflix's documentary, has been arrested.The U.S. Attorney's Office of the Northern District of Illinois confirms to ET that the 21-year-old former Navarro College cheerleader was arrested in Chicago on Thursday and charged with production of child pornography.

Leah Remini, Queer Eye, and HBO documentary The Apollo were the big winners on the first night of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Monday (September 14, 2020).Actress Remini’s Scientology And The Aftermath docu-series picked up top honors in the Outstanding Hosted Non-Fiction Series of Special category, while hit makeover show Queer Eye took home the Outstanding Structured Reality Program prize.The Apollo was named Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special, while there were multiple wins for

star Jerry Harris is under investigation by the FBI for allegedly soliciting sexually explicit photos and sex from minors, reports.FBI agents conducted court-authorized law enforcement activity on Monday afternoon at a home in Naperville, Illinois, Siobhan Johnson, FBI Special Agent and Public Affairs Officer, confirms to ET, though she is unable to confirm the investigation, per FBI policy. According to the FBI executed a search warrant in connection with the investigation into Harris.

star Jerry Harris is under investigation by the FBI for allegedly soliciting sexually explicit photos and sex from minors, reports. ET has reached out to Harris' rep for comment. FBI agents conducted court-authorized law enforcement activity on Monday afternoon at a home in Naperville, Illinois, Siobhan Johnson, FBI Special Agent and Public Affairs Officer, confirms to ET, though she is unable to confirm the investigation, per FBI policy.

). «I have loved so much that when something falls away it takes a piece of me with it.

Lexi Brumback know that Coach Monica Aldama will go far on. Aldama is the coach of Navarro College's elite co-ed cheerleading team in Corsicana, Texas, and one of the contestants competing for the mirrorball trophy on season 29.

Gabrielle Union and Kirsten Dunst are looking back at their time on the set of . In honor of the film's 20th anniversary, the actresses (who portrayed East Compton Clovers cheer captain Isis and Rancho Carne Toros captain Torrance Shipman, respectively) reunited for a prerecorded Zoom call with director Peyton Reed and writer Jessica Bendinger.

franchise of acclaimed sports docuseries for Netflix, first with, the ongoing series about community college football teams now coming to an end after five seasons; the sister series,, which shifted focus onto a junior college’s winning cheerleading squad; and the upcoming spinoff, . While has cultivated a dedicated following with its mix of character-driven storytelling and appeal, proved to be an unexpected smash hit, when it debuted in January.

There are a little over three days left in Emmy nomination voting and the Television Critics Association (TCA) has given Television Academy members who haven’t completed their ballots yet something to think about. The nominations for the 2020 TCA Awards are out and featured a number of pleasant surprises.

Chrissy Teigen is showing her love for ! The 34-year-old model delighted the cast of Netflix's hit reality series when she and her mom, Vilailuck Teigen, popped in to surprise them on their " Chat" Zoom call, which they started while quarantining amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Ben Platt is a quaran-cheer king!

La'Darius Marshall struggled after filming Netflix's . The reality show, which took viewers inside the world of competitive cheerleading at Navarro College in Texas, was an instant hit, but making it left the 21-year-old athlete feeling exposed.

We got this! And if you don't believe us, believe Jerry Harris. 

Jayden Pollard's definitely going to make mat! The 4-year-old cutie and her dad, Roland Pollard, have been gaining popularity online with their impressive cheerleading moves and stunts. 

The Navarro cheer squad won't make it to Daytona this year — because the whole competition has been canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

Jerry Harris has some A-list fans! The star, who recently got the chance to interview celebs on the red carpet of the 92nd Annual Academy Awards, stops by on Tuesday to discuss the incredible experience.

Kendall Jenner is the Navarro cheer squad's biggest fan!

Since debuting on Netflix at the beginning of January, has quickly become a must-see. As fans of the addictive docuseries know, the cameras followed Navarro College’s competitive cheerleading squad as they trained for and competed at the 2019 NCA & NDA Collegiate National Championship in Daytona, Florida, with hopes of taking home another title. 

Even has been hit by the bug.

Lexi Brumback couldn't be happier to be back on the squad!

Members of the 2019 Navarro College cheerleading squad are reuniting for a special performance — and it feels so good.,,, and are back together for the first time since being documented on .