A look at what the past contestants of the show are up to these days

By Kate Mulcrone
Special to MSN TV

Stars can have difficulty finding the time to compete on "Dancing With the Stars" because the rehearsal schedule is grueling. Of course, they can also find themselves with a lot of time on their hands once the season ends. Here's a look at what some of your favorite stars from the past 13 seasons are up to these days.

J.R. Martinez

The Season 13 champion continues to tour the country as a motivational speaker and was the Grand Marshal at the 2012 Rose Parade in Pasadena. The Iraq war veteran and his girlfriend will be welcoming a daughter this spring.

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"Dancing With the Stars" premieres Monday, March 19, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.

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