Kirsten Dunst Puts Her Cheerleading Days Behind Her: No Sequel for ‘Bring It On

I’m Avery Sinclair, a sharp-tongued observer who’s not easily impressed, but I’ll give you the lowdown on the latest celebrity scoop. Kirsten Dunst, the actress who catapulted to fame with her iconic role as Torrance Shipman in the 1999 cheerleading comedy “Bring It On,” has made it crystal clear that she’s not interested in revisiting her cheerleading roots 25 years later.

In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Dunst, now 43, expressed her disinterest in participating in a sequel, stating, “I’m like, leave good things where they are. I don’t need to put on a cheerleading outfit. I don’t even know what I would do—be a coach or something? Let’s leave it.” This stance comes as a bit of a surprise, given that just last year, Dunst seemed more open to the idea, telling Entertainment Tonight, “I mean, it depends. As long as it’s not embarrassing.”

Dunst’s change of heart may have something to do with her recent attendance at a screening of the original film at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Forever Cemetery in August 2024. During the event, she enthusiastically recited the introductory cheer from the Toro squad, chanting, “Hate us ’cause we’re beautiful. Well we don’t like you either. We’re cheerleaders, we are cheerleaders. Roll call!” Her energy and nostalgia for the film are palpable, but it seems she’s content to leave her cheerleading days in the past.

The “Bring It On” franchise, which followed the rivalry between two high school cheerleading squads, the Toros and the Clovers, went on to spawn six more films, including “Bring It On: All or Nothing” starring Hayden Panettiere and Solange Knowles in 2006. While Dunst may not be interested in reviving her role, the franchise’s enduring popularity is a testament to its impact on the entertainment industry.

On a more personal note, Dunst opened up about her family life, revealing that her youngest son, James, 4, experienced a “serious health scare” earlier this year. She shared that her husband, Jesse Plemons, and their sons, James and Ennis, 7, joined her in Budapest while she filmed “The Entertainment System Is Down” in January. The family had initially planned to stay for the six-month shoot, but things took a turn when James fell ill. Dunst recalled feeling anxious and scared, imagining worst-case scenarios as a mother.

In a separate interview with Town & Country in August, Dunst expressed her desire to work on a project that would bring in significant revenue, mentioning her interest in joining the “Minecraft Movie” or a similar big-budget film. She jokingly said, “Maybe I can just make a movie where I don’t lose money.” This comment comes as no surprise, given the massive success of the “Minecraft” film, which became the highest-grossing film domestically in 2025, per Forbes.

As Dunst navigates her career and family life, it’s clear that she’s prioritizing her personal and professional growth. While she may not be revisiting her cheerleading days, her dedication to her craft and her loved ones is evident. And who knows? Maybe someday she’ll find a project that checks all her boxes and brings her the success she’s looking for.

And that’s today’s dose of reality. You’re welcome.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and Entertainment Tonight, Town & Country, Forbes, New York Post
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