'She's got legs!': What happened to WWE Diva Stacy Keibler?

With her undeniable charisma and her towering stature, Stacy Keibler was a big-name player in the WWE in the 2000s. Though she wasn’t a wrestling pioneer in the same way that her counterparts Trish Stratus or Lita were, she still left an undeniable mark on the industry at large.

In fact, Keibler was so popular it didn’t take long before a host of opportunities came her way, seeing the ‘best legs in the business’ whisked away to Hollywood. Let’s take a look back at her career and where she is today.

Born on October 14, 1979, in Rosedale, Maryland, Stacy Keibler's journey to stardom began long before her WWE days. A dancer, and model in her early years, she started working as a cheerleader for NFL team the Baltimore Ravens at 18, according to Stepping Out Magainze.

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 Keibler's entry into professional wrestling was almost serendipitous.  In 1999, she won a contest to join the now-defunct World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Adopting the ring name Miss Hancock, she quickly became a fan favorite due to her engaging persona and dance routines.

When WCW was acquired by WWE in 2001, Keibler would enter the franchise with the Invasion storyline. She became an important part of the organisation overnight thanks to her work as a valet managing the ever-chaotic and disruptive Dudley Boyz.   

Keibler's WWE career was marked by several memorable moments and storylines. Though she was never a champion, she was very much a big presence in the weekly shows as she managed the likes (then-boyfriend) Test, Scott Steiner, and the aforementioned Dudley Boyz. Interfering with matches at crucial points in the contest, she became known for her brutal 'low blows'.

Though not best known for her in-ring work, she would work closely with WWE's top-tier Divas, such Torrie Wilson, Trish Stratus, and Lita, in different rivalries.  Her biggest in-ring moment came with a Women's Championship title match against Trish Stratus on Raw on October 11, 2004 – which she ultimately lost – as archived by Pro Wrestling Fandom.   

Keibler left WWE in 2006 to explore other opportunities in the entertainment industry. Her first major foray outside of wrestling was on the second season of "Dancing with the Stars" in 2006. Paired with professional dancer Tony Dovolani, Keibler's dance background shone through, and the duo made it to the finals, finishing in third place.

Following her success on "Dancing with the Stars," Keibler made guest appearances on various television shows, including "How I Met Your Mother," "Psych," "Chuck," and "What About Brian." She also had a recurring role on the ABC show "October Road."

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Keibler's personal life also garnered significant media attention, particularly her high-profile relationships. Her most notable relationship was with actor George Clooney, whom she dated from 2011 to 2013. Their relationship was heavily covered by the media, bringing Keibler even more into the public eye.

In 2014, Keibler married tech entrepreneur Jared Pobre in a surprise beach ceremony in Mexico. The couple's wedding was an intimate affair, reflecting Keibler's preference for a more private personal life. Together, they have three children: daughters Ava Grace and Isabella Faith, born in 2014 and 2020, and son Bodhi Brooks, born in 2018.

Beyond her entertainment career, Keibler has also ventured into business and philanthropy. She launched her lifestyle blog, which focuses on health, wellness, and parenting. Through her blog, Keibler shares her experiences and offers tips on maintaining a balanced lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of family and self-care.

Keibler is also involved in various charitable activities. She has supported causes related to children, health, and wellness, using her platform to raise awareness and contribute to meaningful initiatives, such as the Race to Erase MS. Her commitment to giving back to the community reflects her values and desire to make a positive impact beyond her professional endeavors.

Although Stacy Keibler has largely stepped away from the wrestling world, aside from a brief appearance she made in 2019 to induct Torrie Wilson to the Hall of Fame. In 2023, Keibler would get her own Hall of Fame moment. 

Ahead of WrestleMania 39, the 44-year-old Keibler was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame alongside Rey Mysterio and The Great Muta.

"I was a superfan first and I will always be a superfan. I saw an ad for a dance contest to be the next WCW Nitro Girl. I was a dancer, so I thought, well, if I enter it, I make it to the finals, maybe I could meet Bret Hart," she said in Hall of Fame her speech, as documented by Wrestling Inc.

"Never in a million years did I think I'd win, that I'd make a career out of it, that my life would change forever. And never did I think that the little girl from Baltimore who sat in the stands wearing her NWO shirt would have the biggest 'pinch-me' moment of all, being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame."

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