Sam Champion is one of Good Morning America's more popular stars, becoming well-known not only for his informative weather updates but also his fun banter with his co-stars.MORE: GMA's Sam Champion and husband describe 'best day ever' as they rescue baby turtleThose same co-stars came together to share their support when it was announced that he would be one of the contestants on the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars.VIDEO: GMA's Sam Champion endures snowy walk to workThe announcement was fittingly made on GMA and he was the first of the crop of contestants revealed on the 8 September installment of the show.Lara Spencer revealed his involvement and shared her pride in his being part of the show, saying: "It's so great, and we should buy tickets [to see you in LA].
MORE: Robin Roberts engages in hilarious on-air chat with co-star Sam Champion"I dare say you could go the distance. It's all in your last name, my friend," she gushed, with him joking: "Well, it isn't 'dance'."No one had a more fitting reaction than his close friend Robin Roberts, and he revealed just how he told her about his participation.A post shared by Good Morning America (@goodmorningamerica)Sam even received advice from his co-star and DWTS alum Ginger Zee"Actually, funny enough," he explained: "She was sitting down when I told her and then said she fell back.
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