Hines Ward Announced as Part of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars Cast

Almost one month removed from the disappointing loss to the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XLV, Hines Ward has been announced as part of the season 12 cast of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. The new season’s 2-hour premiere is set to air live on Monday March 21, 2011.

Other contestants include Kirstie Alley, Sugar Ray Leonard, Ralph Macchio, Chris Jericho, Petra Nemcova, Kendra Wilkinson, Mike Catherwood, Chelsea Kane, Romeo and Wendy Williams.

This is actually a natural transition for Hines since he has already racked up 13 impressive seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and, although still a key part of his team, I would imagine his playing days will be coming to an end sooner rather than later. I’m sure he’d like to explore his options in the entertainment world before calling it quits on the football field.

To be honest, I have never watched Dancing with the Stars but I guess I’ll be following (sort of) to see how Hines does. Wouldn’t it be awesome for him to add the Mirror Ball Trophy right next to his Super Bowl XL MVP Trophy? Go Hines Ward!

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Hines Ward / Dancing with the Stars Profile
HinesWard.com
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Hines Ward / Dancing with the Stars
 
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Official Dancing with the Stars Season 12 Cast
 
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