‘Cheer’ Star Coach Monica Aldama Sued by Former Student for Alleged Sexual Assault Coverup

Aldama says she is “heartbroken by the false allegations”

Monica Aldama in a still from "Cheer."

Monica Aldama, who starred in the Netflix docuseries “Cheer,” allegedly told a former student to “keep quiet” about being sexually assaulted.

Cheerleader Madi Lane claims she was sexually assaulted in 2021 by teammate Salvatore “Salvo” Amico during her first semester at Navarro College in Corsicana, Texas, according to court documents obtained by TheWrap.

After Lane told Aldama about the alleged assault, she said the coach told her, “Let’s not make this a big deal. I want the best for you and I will help you cheer wherever you want.”

“You just need to drink it off..

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