Dancing with the stars champ Hines Ward: I Didn't Want to Let Kym Down

When Hines Ward won first place on dancing with the Stars finale, he scored the ultimate touchdown. But he had to work for that mirror ball trophy.

After the show, Hines Ward, 35, told reporters "Everyone loves Kirstie. So when it comes down to voting, I didn't know how I'd match up to Kirstie." He also said, "I didn't want to let Kym down. I really wanted her to win her second mirror-ball trophy."

Dancing with the Stars will have Pia Toscano

American Idol and Dancing with the Stars will have one thing in common next week: Pia Toscano. it was confirmed on Tuesday night by Tom Bergeron that Pia Toscano the American Idol castoff will be on Dancing with the Stars next week as part of the entertainment. 

One of the shocking eliminations of the season for the reality competition, the former contestant was devastated to learn she didn’t remain another week. Pia Toscano has been on every major media outlet since her elimination two weeks ago from American Idol. Performing for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Regis and Kelly, along with others, the star will grace the stage of Dancing with the Stars as well.

Next week on Dancing with the Stars includes the ever popular Back Street Boys and the New Kids on the Block. There will be another elimination as well as the celebrity contestants are again challenged on the dance floor.