Pro Silver Star Ltd., the company behind the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) brand, has filed a legal motion in Dallas County, Texas. The company wants to prevent alternative rock band My Chemical Romance from wearing stage costumes that closely resemble the team’s iconic uniforms. This legal action follows a high-profile performance at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Court documents filed by attorney Alex Spiro state that the band featured dancers wearing blue-and-white outfits. These outfits looked similar to federally registered DCC uniforms during a theatrical performance of “The Black Parade.” The conceptual show featured a fictional dictatorship theme with pyrotechnics, lighting effects, and a staged firefight. Performers carrying semi-automatic rifles were depicted being shot and crawling off the stage.
Legal Motion and Immediate Demands
The filing asks for a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction. These measures would bar the band from wearing the disputed attire during the rest of their tour dates. The lawsuit claims that the visual similarity caused concertgoers and social media users to mistakenly think actual Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders were part of the violent scene. This caused widespread brand confusion and potential harm to the organization’s reputation.
Despite serious trademark infringement claims, the plaintiffs kept a narrow focus. Legal representatives clarified that Pro Silver Star does not want to alter the band’s setlist, story, political messaging, choreography, or the use of armed performers. The petition states that “the universe of alternative costume designs is effectively unlimited.” It asks only that performers stop wearing the specific DCC-styled apparel.
Cease-And-Desist and Upcoming Tour Dates
A cease-and-desist letter was sent to My Chemical Romance on October 22, 2026. Because the band allegedly kept using the costumes after getting the notice, attorneys filed the lawsuit in Texas.
My Chemical Romance has more shows scheduled at the Hollywood Bowl, which makes the legal dispute urgent. The outcome of the temporary restraining order could force the production to quickly change costumes for upcoming shows on October 23, 24, 30, and 31, 2026. Representatives for My Chemical Romance have not yet made a public statement about the lawsuit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders suing My Chemical Romance?
Pro Silver Star Ltd. filed a lawsuit claiming that My Chemical Romance used unauthorized lookalike uniforms during a staged shootout at the Hollywood Bowl. This caused public confusion and harmed the DCC brand.
What legal steps are the plaintiffs taking?
The company is seeking a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction in Dallas County, Texas, to stop the band from using the trademarked blue-and-white uniforms onstage.
Are the band’s music and storyline being challenged?
No. Legal documents state that the plaintiffs are not asking the band to change their music, politics, choreography, or setlist. They object only to the use of the protected DCC uniform design.
Did the band receive a prior warning?
Yes. A cease-and-desist letter was sent to My Chemical Romance on October 22, 2026, before the company took legal action in court.
How does trademark law apply to the uniforms?
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders uniform is a federally registered trade dress asset. This means its specific visual design elements are legally protected from unauthorized copying and misuse that causes brand dilution.
