RODEOHOUSTON®
HALL OF FAME
The RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame, is located outside of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeoâ„¢ offices in NRG Center.
The RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame will recognize individuals and animals for their impact on the success and longevity of the Rodeo. Future honorees will include past and present Rodeo contractor personnel, contestants, stock and stock contractors.
2026 Class
BODACIOUS
Known for his unmatched power and unpredictable athleticism, J31 Bodacious, nicknamed “Bo,” achieved near-mythical status after consistently bucking off some of the world’s most famous bull riders. In the early 1990s, stock contractor Sammy Andrews brought “Bo” to Houston for his first ProRodeo. Establishing his reputation, he bucked off the daring first contestant to climb on, and would continue to do so with 126 more. His dominance in the arena drew national attention, but his legacy never faded. At seven years old, Bodacious was retired from the bucking chutes but continued touring the country for rodeo fans to visit. Bodacious is the first animal athlete inducted into the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame and is one of two inductees for 2026.
TY MURRAY
Often referred to as the “King of the Cowboys,” Ty Murray’s legacy rivals no other. As one of the most decorated rodeo athletes in history, this fifth-generation cowboy set the bar high, breaking records and proving himself to be one of the most versatile rodeo athletes of all time. Murray first won RODEOHOUSTON in 1990 as the All-Around and Bull Riding Champion. He would work to earn four more titles over the next eight years before eventually retiring in 2002. As one of the last contestants to receive the coveted All-Around RODEOHOUSTON title, Murray is the most winning RODEOHOUSTON rough stock contestant of all time. Murray is one of two honorees inducted into the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame class of 2026.
2025 Class
LEON COFFEE
Leon Coffee is a world-famous barrelman. Easily recognized by his green hat and contagious smile, Coffee has worked across the globe protecting bull riders and entertaining audiences. Starting his career as a bullfighter, Coffee later transitioned to the barrel, where he’d become a decorated, trailblazing barrelman and staple of RODEOHOUSTON for over 30 years. Coffee rolled his barrel out for the last time at RODEOHOUSTON during the final performance of 2024. A true rodeo legend and cherished member of the RODEOHOUSTON family, Leon Coffee’s impact will be felt for generations.
2024 Class
MIKE CERVI
Mike Cervi, founder of Cervi Championship Rodeo, is one of the most respected stock contractors in rodeo history. His family run business has grown into one of the largest stock contracting firms in the world. For more than fifty years, Cervi Championship Rodeo has served as the stock contractor of RODEOHOUSTON. The Cervi family’s dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence has significantly contributed to the growth of the industry and the prestige of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Mike Cervi is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
CHARMAYNE JAMES
More than 450 RODEOHOUSTON champions have been crowned since 1938, but none have reached the extraordinary athletic accomplishments of Charmayne James. In 1984, James and her horse Scamper took their first major win inside the Houston Astrodome. Over the next decade, Charmayne and Scamper would go on to win ten Barrel Racing championships, making her the most winning RODEOHOUSTON contestant of all time. Charmayne James is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
BOB TALLMAN
For more than 40 years, Rodeo Announcer, Bob Tallman, has been THE distinctive voice of RODEOHOUSTON. Bob is a true legend who is deeply admired and respected by fans, rodeo athletes and fellow colleagues. He is known for his unrivaled knowledge, his kind heart, and his distinct way with words. His iconic ‘Hello, Houston’ can be heard at the beginning of every performance. Bob exemplifies the values of hard work, integrity, loyalty, and has dedicated his life to promoting and protecting our Western Heritage. Bob Tallman is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
2026 Class
Bodacious
Known for his unmatched power and unpredictable athleticism, J31 Bodacious, nicknamed “Bo,” achieved near-mythical status after consistently bucking off some of the world’s most famous bull riders. In the early 1990s, stock contractor Sammy Andrews brought “Bo” to Houston for his first ProRodeo. Establishing his reputation, he bucked off the daring first contestant to climb on, and would continue to do so with 126 more. His dominance in the arena drew national attention, but his legacy never faded. At seven years old, Bodacious was retired from the bucking chutes but continued touring the country for rodeo fans to visit. Bodacious is the first animal athlete inducted into the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame and is one of two inductees for 2026.
Ty Murray
Often referred to as the “King of the Cowboys,” Ty Murray’s legacy rivals no other. As one of the most decorated rodeo athletes in history, this fifth-generation cowboy set the bar high, breaking records and proving himself to be one of the most versatile rodeo athletes of all time. Murray first won RODEOHOUSTON in 1990 as the All-Around and Bull Riding Champion. He would work to earn four more titles over the next eight years before eventually retiring in 2002. As one of the last contestants to receive the coveted All-Around RODEOHOUSTON title, Murray is the most winning RODEOHOUSTON rough stock contestant of all time. Murray is one of two honorees inducted into the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame class of 2026.
2025 Class
LEON COFFEE
Leon Coffee is a world-famous barrelman. Easily recognized by his green hat and contagious smile, Coffee has worked across the globe protecting bull riders and entertaining audiences. Starting his career as a bullfighter, Coffee later transitioned to the barrel, where he’d become a decorated, trailblazing barrelman and staple of RODEOHOUSTON for over 30 years. Coffee rolled his barrel out for the last time at RODEOHOUSTON during the final performance of 2024. A true rodeo legend and cherished member of the RODEOHOUSTON family, Leon Coffee’s impact will be felt for generations.
2024 Class
MIKE CERVI
Mike Cervi, founder of Cervi Championship Rodeo, is one of the most respected stock contractors in rodeo history. His family run business has grown into one of the largest stock contracting firms in the world. For more than fifty years, Cervi Championship Rodeo has served as the stock contractor of RODEOHOUSTON. The Cervi family’s dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to excellence has significantly contributed to the growth of the industry and the prestige of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Mike Cervi is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
CHARMAYNE JAMES
More than 450 RODEOHOUSTON champions have been crowned since 1938, but none have reached the extraordinary athletic accomplishments of Charmayne James. In 1984, James and her horse Scamper took their first major win inside the Houston Astrodome. Over the next decade, Charmayne and Scamper would go on to win ten Barrel Racing championships, making her the most winning RODEOHOUSTON contestant of all time. Charmayne James is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
BOB TALLMAN
For more than 40 years, Rodeo Announcer, Bob Tallman, has been THE distinctive voice of RODEOHOUSTON. Bob is a true legend who is deeply admired and respected by fans, rodeo athletes and fellow colleagues. He is known for his unrivaled knowledge, his kind heart, and his distinct way with words. His iconic ‘Hello, Houston’ can be heard at the beginning of every performance. Bob exemplifies the values of hard work, integrity, loyalty, and has dedicated his life to promoting and protecting our Western Heritage. Bob Tallman is one of three individuals inducted into the inaugural class of the RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.
