The BPAA’s list of bowlers to be inducted into the hall span the entire scope of entertainment. Young Money honcho Lil Wayne, NBA living legend Michael Jordan, curvy beauty Kim Kardashian and global superstar Lady Gaga all have been awarded nominations. Teen heartthrob Justin Bieber, actor Jeff Bridges and singer/actress Miley Cyrus were also included on the list with other celebrities.
International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame Chairman Keith Hamilton spoke with website AllHipHop saying, “Each of these 2011 candidates has had a significant impact in helping to keep bowling as one of the nation's most treasured pastimes” in a written statement. Mr. Hamilton also went on to say that last year’s top nod battle between Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber was a “showdown” and a hopeful precursor to this year’s star-heavy contest for “bowling immortality” according to the rest of the statement.