TEXAS — Jody Nix, Traditional Country Music and Western Swing artist and local resident, has been announced by the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame as the first ever recipient of the “Star of Texas” Award! This award is for an entertainer that has supported and promoted cowboys and the sport of rodeo in Texas.
Nix, has been a constant supporter and entertainer across Texas for 62 years, performing at the Bob Will’s Day, Turkey, Texas for over 40 years, along with rodeo dances all over Texas, such as the Texas Cowboy Reunion, Stamford, Texas, the San Angelo Roping Fiesta, the Big Spring Cowboy Reunion, and the Black Tie and Boots Ball in 1989 in Washington DC for then President, H.W. Bush, along with many more.
Nix told KBest News that he was informed of the award by his friend Rhonda May of Weatherford, TX with the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame. When asked how he felt about being the first recipient of the award, Nix said he had no idea they were even considering him and he was blessed and honored beyond measure to even receive it.
As one of the recipients of the 2023 “Special Awards” from the TRCHOF, Nix will be presented the “Star of Texas” award on April 29th at the River Ranch in Ft. Worth.
Nix was born and raised in Big Spring and graduated from Coahoma High School. For more information on Nix, visit www.JodyNixMusic.com.
The Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Texas rodeo cowboy and cowgirl. The TRCHF holds an induction ceremony each year to recognize the contributions of world champions, as well as those lesser-known heroes and heroines. In addition, the weekend provides the chance to reunite generations of rodeo stories in one location.
Event tickets and additional information can be obtained by visiting the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame website at www.TexasRodeoCowboy.com or emailing info@TexasRodeoCowboy.com.
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