April 1, 2012 - Collectors Showcase of America Show2036 viewsWendy Bennett aka Boss Steeler Chick took this great close-up of a smiling Ben and his lovely wife Ashley.
"We were really herded through that autograph line and Ben is my stepson's hero so I didn't bother to try to get my pic with him, but he VERY graciously posed for that one. He was absolutely WONDERFUL with the fans and they adored him. Got so much great feedback." -- Wendy
You can keep up with Wendy on her Steelers Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/BossSteelerChick
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USA Weekend Magazine - October 19-21, 20072034 viewsBen Roethlisberger Hands It To Canines
Ben with one of his dogs, Hercules, in Switzerland last year."Growing up in Findlay, Ohio, I always had dogs around my house, and my dad instilled in me a love and respect for animals. Today, I have two wonderful dogs to come home to every day.
Last year, Flip, the lone police dog in my hometown, was shot and killed, so I bought the department a new dog and came up with a concept. Part of my Ben Roethlisberger Foundation -- which already funds a youth football program in Findlay and benefits the Ronald McDonald House in Pittsburgh -- would provide grants to buy a service dog for police and fire departments in every city where we play a game this season and, when we play at home, somewhere in Pittsburgh.
In some cases, the city doesn't need a dog, but it needs bulletproof vests for its animals, just like a regular officer would wear. Many police department budgets don't include funding for protective K-9 vests. The police tell us what's needed.
Unfortunately, I'm not able to meet most of the dogs our grants provide, but I have played with Spike, Flip's successor. He is an amazing animal and can jump right up to the ceiling of an office building -- like 8 feet.
I was raised to appreciate my blessings and always try to help others not as fortunate as myself. Making a difference is about influencing and changing lives. We all have the power to do that. Make A Difference Day is your chance to help your fellow man -- or man's best friend."
- By Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback
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June 2008 - Wyland Elementary School visit2032 viewsBen greets hi-fives children as he walks down the aisle during a school visit.
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2011 Heinz Field – CASA Champions for Children Event2032 viewsPhoto: Ben and Coach Arians attend the event.
The Steelers and CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Allegheny County teamed up to host a dinner for 250 kids thanks to offensive coordinator Bruce Arians, whose wife Chris is a CASA volunteer. Ben, Mike Wallace, who is the Honorary Chair, and Antonio Brown attended the dinner.
“Kids are neglected in Allegheny County way too much,†said Roethlisberger. “These things help get those kids out of bad situations and put them into places where they can thrive and strive. These kids are in tough situations. If I can help them out I will do that.â€
Photo: Steelers
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July 9, 2012 - The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Invitational2032 viewsI think this guy may have done this before!
Photo: Tommy/Proserv Executive Service
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EA Sports Elite 11 Quarterback Camp2027 viewsPhoto: Tom Houck
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Kraft Nabisco Celebrity Golf Championship, March 20052024 views
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2007 ESPY Awards - backstage2024 viewsActor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson greets NFL quarterback Ben Roethlisberger backstage at the 2007 ESPY Awards at the Kodak Theatre on July 11, 2007 in Hollywood, California.
From an ESPN article about the event:
Will "The Rock" suplex Big Ben?
Handlers are spreading the word to press members that Dwayne Johnson should not be referred to as "The Rock." Not getting the memo: Ben Roethlisberger, who greeted the former pro wrestler backstage.
"I never wanted to say, from this day forward, I will be 'Dwayne Johnson, The Actor,'" Johnson said earlier. "If there's some action movie with guns and ass-kicking, and they want to call me 'The Rock,' that's cool."
"Whatever doesn't get me beat up," Roethlisberger said later.
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Sprint "Power to Play" mini-camp2023 viewsMarch 17, 2007
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Veterans Day Weekend - 20122023 viewsI just want to say thank you to all the veterans and current service people both here in the USA and around the world. Thank you for all your service to this great country and for providing us with the freedoms we take for granted everyday. All of you men and women that serve, and have served, we thank you and love you and honor you! God bless you all. -- Ben
Photo from the Steelers vs Giants game, November 4, 2012 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.
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From www.BSnews.org2022 viewsSteelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (left) will combine his name and likeness with that of
Burger King spokes-character 'The King' for Superbowl XL.
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