RODEOHOUSTON Star Trail of Fame

Star Trail of Fame

The Star Trail outside of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo offices pays tribute to stars that have made an impact on the Show. Currently, seven stars are honored with a gold plaque to mark their exciting performances over the years.

Gene Autry

Gene Autry with his magnificent horse, Champion, rode into the Houston Rodeo arena and into the hearts of Houstonians when he appeared as the Show's first big name star entertainer in 1942.This larger than life cowboy hero set a high standard for future Houston Rodeo entertainers. He also worked behind the scenes, producing the Houston Rodeo for many of its early years.

Inducted into the Star Trail of Fame in 1996.

1942-44, 1947-48 and 1955

Brooks and Dunn

Brooks & Dunn

The dynamic duo of Brooks & Dunn has provided electric performances for RODEOHOUSTON™ fans since first stepping on the rotating stage in 1992. During their 2007 performance, Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn performed in front of their 1 millionth RODEOHOUSTON fan. Brooks & Dunn is the first duo/group to be added to the Show's Star Trail of Fame.

Inducted into the Star Trail of Fame in 2008.

1992 - 2009

Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire has been a RODEOHOUSTON™ favorite since she first graced the stage in 1984. During her 1991 performance, Reba performed in front of her 1 millionth RODEOHOUSTON fan. Throughout the 1980s, '90s and 2000s, she has entertained RODEOHOUSTON fans with a sound that has become a constant in country music. Reba is the first woman to be added to the Show's Star Trail.

Inducted into the Star Trail of Fame in 2007.

1984, 1987-89, 1991 - 2000, 2004, 2007, 2009

Elvis Presley

For eight unforgettable performances in the 70's, Elvis Presley redefined "entertainment" for nearly 300,000 lucky fans. He brought unmatched-to-this-day charisma to a small center stage in a giant dirt-covered arena. People still talk about those eight performances when The King of Rock 'N' Roll confirmed his status as one of the true "stars" of the Houston Rodeo.

1970 and 1974

Charley Pride

Charley Pride performed at the Houston Rodeo 36 times in 14 years, with fresh, exciting shows for more than 1.2 million fans. He survived the ups and downs of country music, proving time and again that his talent went beyond trends and fads. For three decades, Charley brought his unique brand of excitement to the Houston Rodeo.

1970, 1972-1987, 1989 and 1991

Roy Rogers

Roy Rogers, "The King of the Cowboys," brought his movie star charisma and considerable talent to entertain Houston Rodeo audiences for three decades. Roy Rogers personified "the good guy in the white hat," and was so special to Houston audiences he was the star of the Show's silver jubilee, 25th anniversary celebration.

Inducted into the Star Trail of Fame in 1996.

1950, 1952, 1956-57, 1960, 1968-69 and 1972

George Strait

George Strait brought back the singing cowboy tradition in a big way when he stole the show and the hearts of his audience at his first Astrodome appearance in 1983. He was a substitute for another performer that night, but quickly became a Houston Rodeo favorite, appearing in front of his millionth fan as a solo artist at the show in 1996. Strait was the last artist to perform for the Show in the Astrodome, and was the entertainer on opening night at Reliant Stadium.

Inducted into the Star Trail of Fame in 1996.

1983-1997, 2003-2004, 2006-2007