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Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Bell showed off the absolute smoothest moves on the piano

That man is having the time of his life making that piano sing.

This weekend, the Pro Football Hall of Fame will prepare to welcome the Class of 2022, which includes headliners like former Packers safety Leroy Butler and Jaguars tackle Tony Boselli. The annual Hall of Fame Game was the first step in that process.

On Friday night, as legends already enshrined in Canton descended on the Hall to welcome their all-time peers, one former superstar seemed like he had the time of his life — Chiefs Hall of Famer Bobby Bell.

A cornerstone for Kansas City in the 1960s and early 1970s, Bell found a piano to play on while hanging around Canton. He proceeded to show off the delightful magic in his fingers that he’s probably had for a long time.

It’s easy to forget, but the awesome football players we sit down to watch every Sunday have many, many talents off the field. Bell’s the perfect example while he cruises along in his well-deserved retirement.

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Chiefs nominate legendary LB Bobby Bell for NFL’s Salute to Service Award

#Chiefs legend Bobby Bell is being recognized for his work with the military throughout his career and in retirement. | from @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs have nominated franchise legend and former linebacker Bobby Bell for the 2021 NFL Salute to Service Award. The annual award is a collaboration between the NFL and USAA that recognizes NFL players, coaches, personnel and alumni who’ve dedicated time to honoring and supporting the U.S. military.

Here is why the team chose to nominate Bell for the award (via NFL Press Release):

“Bobby Bell is considered by many to be the greatest outside linebacker to ever play the game. However, it is the time Bell has spent off the field with those who have protected our country that has him nominated for the 2021 Salute to Service Award. Bobby Bell initiated his support of the military during his playing days in the 1960s and early 70s. In January of 1968, Bell was part of just the third edition of the NFL’s USO tour. Bell and the NFL contingent arrived in Vietnam on the same day the Tet Offensive initiated. It took the United States’ General Commander in Vietnam at the time nearly 20 days to safely evacuate Bell and the other USO Tour participants. However, the uncertainty about precisely when he might be able to return state side did not temper his desire to visit with and share good will to the troops stationed there. After his visit to Vietnam, Bell continued to spend time with active military personnel including various good will tours to Lebanon, the Panama Canal, and more. Each time, Bell’s charisma lifted spirits and created smiles on the faces of those he encountered. Following his playing days, Bell continued to engage with members of the military, including his regular travels to Whiteman Air Force Base in nearby Johnson County, MO.”

A seventh-round pick in the 1963 AFL draft, Bell never missed a game in 12 seasons with the Chiefs. He was one of the most dominant players in franchise history, winning Super Bowl IV with the team. He became the first Chiefs player ever inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame back in 1983. He has long remained connected with the franchise and is an active member of the surrounding community, paying special attention to the United States military.

“One thing that has always been a priority for me is to visit with the brave men and women of the United States military. After all, I just lined up and played football. They put their lives on the line every day for us,” Bell said via press release. “Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it. . . It is that sentiment that will forever leave a lasting impression on Chiefs Kingdom.”

Finalists are scheduled to be revealed in January, and the winner will be recognized at the NFL Honors primetime awards special to air nationally during Super Bowl LVI weekend. The USAA and the NFL will both provide a donation to the award recipient’s military charity of choice.

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WATCH: Chiefs legend Bobby Bell shares his experience getting vaccinated for COVID-19

Bell recently teamed up with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City to share his experience.

As more COVID-19 vaccine doses are distributed across the country, more and more people are becoming eligible to be vaccinated. Many of those who have already received the first dose of vaccines are also now eligible for a second dose.

Kansas City Chiefs legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Bobby Bell, recently teamed up with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City to share his experience with the COVID-19 vaccination. Bell recently received his second vaccine dose at the Truman Medical Center in Kansas City. In the video, Bell recaps his experience getting vaccinated and encourages others to go out and get vaccinated when it’s their turn.

You can check out the video down below:

Bell, 80, played with the Chiefs from 1963-1974. He won the league Defensive Player of the Year Award in 1969 en route to Super Bowl IV. His No. 78 jersey is one of the several retired jersey numbers in Kansas City. Bell remains heavily involved with the Chiefs organization to this day as one of their Ambassadors, headlining outreach events and charitable work in the community.

For more information on COVID-19 vaccination in the Kansas City area, please visit BlueKC.com.

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