Monty Mabry USMC and Gulf War Veteran. After leaving the Marines with an honorable discharge Monty pursued a career in competitive bodybuilding where he acquired numerous titles. Highlights in his career include winning Mr. Virginia, Mr. Ohio and achieving his World Natural Bodybuilding Federation Pro Card.

Monty currently owns a personal training gym in Centerville where he trains lifestyle clients, bodybuilding athletes and MMA fighters. Although Monty has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years he is not your stereotypical bodybuilder. He has toured around the country performing at bodybuilding posing exhibitions. He's been featured in tv commercials, bodybuilding magazines and has recently become a regular on the local program Living Dayton demonstrating his skills in the kitchen.

Monty is an Ordained minister, he has been a featured motivational speaker and has taught bible studies for local youth and teens. Monty has also officiated weddings for some of his closest friends.

Monty is very excited about being a part of DWTS and the A Special Wish Foundation. He can't wait to show his new dancing skills which are reminiscent of his breakdancing days in his youth.

"This is gonna be so much fun and what a great cause for the children of Dayton. I am blessed to be apart of this event."