Stacy Keibler

Learn about Stacy Keibler — from dancer and wrestler to actress, model, and public figure. Explore her biography, career trajectory, and public persona.

Introduction

Stacy Ann-Marie Keibler (born October 14, 1979) is an American former professional wrestler, actress, dancer, and model. Widely recognized for her roles in WCW and WWE, as well as her later transition into acting and media, she became known for her charisma, long legs, and crossover appeal. Over time she has shaped a public identity that blends athletic showmanship with mainstream entertainment presence.

Early Life and Background

Stacy Keibler was born in Rosedale, Maryland (a community in Baltimore County) to Patricia and Gary Keibler.

From a very young age, Keibler studied dance: ballet, jazz, and tap at the Jean Kettell Studio of Dance in Dundalk, Maryland.

She attended The Catholic High School of Baltimore (an all-girls school) before going on to Towson University, where she studied mass communication, maintaining a strong academic record.

Additionally, at age 18 she became a cheerleader for the Baltimore Ravens, which gave her further performance experience and public exposure.

Wrestling & Entertainment Career

WCW (1999–2001)

Keibler’s entry into professional wrestling came when she won a contest to join the Nitro Girls dance troupe in WCW in 1999. Skye, she performed dance routines on WCW Monday Nitro.

She later adopted the persona Miss Hancock (or “Ms. Hancock”), a manager / valet character. Though clad in business suit style costumes, the character occasionally performed provocative table dances, and her entrance involved a dramatic reveal of her legs.

WWE (2001–2006)

When WWE (then WWF) purchased WCW in 2001, Keibler joined WWE during the Invasion storyline.

In WWE, she dropped her “Miss Hancock” name and used her real name in storylines. Dudley Boyz, earning the moniker “Duchess of Dudleyville.” Test and Scott Steiner.

At one point, she was cast into storylines involving Vince McMahon, serving as his on-screen assistant/partner figure.

Later in her WWE tenure, she transformed her character into Super Stacy, a superhero sidekick character alongside The Hurricane and Rosey.

After competing in Dancing with the Stars (season 2), where she placed third, Keibler left WWE in 2006 to focus on other opportunities.

She made occasional returns to WWE for special appearances, including helping induct her friend Torrie Wilson into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2019.

In 2023, Stacy Keibler herself was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

Acting, Modeling & Media

After wrestling, Keibler pursued more acting, modeling, and media roles.

• She had roles in TV shows like What About Brian, George Lopez, October Road, How I Met Your Mother, Chuck, and Psych.

• She appeared in Bubble Boy (cameo) and had minor film/modeling roles earlier in her career.

• She modeled and appeared in magazines like Maxim and Stuff, and attempted hosting and media projects.

• She served as Fitness or for Stuff magazine around 2005–2006, writing fitness columns.

• She also turned down invitations to pose nude for Playboy, choosing to maintain control of her public image.

Public Persona & Legacy

Stacy Keibler has long been known for her striking legs — she was often referred to in wrestling publications as “The Legs of WCW” or “The Legs of WWE.” This distinctive feature became part of her branding and public identity.

Her transition from sports entertainment to mainstream media (television, modeling, and acting) is a notable example of cross-industry mobility. She leveraged her physical presence, performance training, and fan following to reorient her career beyond wrestling.

Her induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2023 is a formal recognition of her impact in the wrestling world.

Personal Life

Stacy Keibler’s personal life has been part of her public narrative:

• She dated wrestler Andrew “Test” Martin during their WWE days.

• From 2011 to 2013, she was in a relationship with actor George Clooney.

• In fall 2013, Keibler began dating Jared Pobre; they married on March 8, 2014, in Mexico.

• The couple has three children: daughters Ava Grace (born 2014) and Isabella Faith (born 2020), and a son Bodhi Brooks (born 2018).