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- Jun 21, 2003
But every season when they announce the cast I can't help but think they're scraping the bottom of the barrel. Half the time I don't know half of the contestants.
Well, the thing is, the "stars" must be able to take 6 months off from what they would otherwise be doing and devote themselves to a daily regimen that can be pretty grueling. A retired sports guy is just the ticket, or a one-time actor who is "between gigs," because what else does he have to do?
A few, though, are still working and have to sandwich DWTS rehearsals around their real lives. Meryl and Charlie were on tour with Stars on Ice and their partners had to follow along and work in a few of hours dance rehearsal in whatever cities Meryl and Charlie were appearing in. In this case, it didn't matter so much because they were "quick learners." (Although maybe with a little more practice Charlie wouldn't have dropped that cane. )
By the way, another advantage that gymnasts and ex-jocks in general have, is an incredible strong core.
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