Ladarius Marshall

La’Darius Marshall was born on May 9, 1998, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. He attended Navarro College in Corsicana, Texas, where he became a prominent member of their competitive cheer team, coached by Monica Aldama. His talent and personal story gained national attention after his appearance in the Netflix docuseries “Cheer.” Prior to his television debut, Marshall had already achieved viral recognition for an epic routine cheering on his teammates at a sporting event, showcasing his athletic prowess and charismatic presence.

Marshall’s tenure at Navarro College was marked by significant achievements in competitive cheerleading. The Netflix series highlighted his contributions to the team and shed light on his personal journey, including overcoming a challenging childhood marked by his mother’s addiction and imprisonment, struggles with familial acceptance after coming out as gay, and experiences with sexual abuse. These personal narratives resonated with a wide audience, contributing to his emergence as a breakout star of the series. Following the success of “Cheer” in January 2020, Marshall, along with other members of the Navarro College team, appeared on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” further solidifying his public profile.

After his time at Navarro College, Marshall transitioned into coaching, working with the next generation of cheerleaders at Cheer Athletics Pensacola. This career progression reflects his dedication to the sport beyond his competitive years. In April 2023, Marshall was temporarily suspended by USA Cheer and the U.S. All Star Federation (USASF) pending an investigation, an event that became publicly known through media coverage.