Heather Burns open to ‘Miss Congeniality 3': 'I would jump at it'

Heather Burns, best known for her iconic role as Cheryl Frasier in the 2000 cult comedy Miss Congeniality and its 2005 sequel, expressed her enthusiasm for a potential third installment during the 2025 Tribeca Festival premiere of The Best You Can.

According to People, Burns said, “Oh God, I would love it. That was one of the best experiences of my life,” while reflecting on her time working alongside Sandra Bullock. 

She added, “I made lifelong friends... So yes, a third [movie], I would jump at it. It would be so much fun.”

Moreover, Burns attended the premiere with co-star and longtime friend Melissa De Sousa (Miss New York), further highlighting the lasting bond formed during filming.

The actress, whose “perfect date” line from the original film continues to go viral every April 25, also spoke warmly of Bullock, saying they’ve loosely stayed in touch and that she congratulated her former co-star on her Oscar win in 2010.

As per the outlet, Burns currently stars in The Best You Can, a dramedy featuring Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Judd Hirsch, and Brittany O’Grady. 

Furthermore, the film explores the unlikely friendship between a security guard and a urologist, and Burns was drawn to the project for its emotional depth and stellar ensemble cast.