Texas Towns and Culture
This show followed the drama of an affluent Texas family that constantly feuded over their successful oil company.
What is Dallas?
The man who killed Halloween (and his own eight year old son) with a Pixy Stick. (looking for his nickname)
Who is The Candy Man?
This actress was best known for her role as telekinetic high school senior Carrie White.
Who is Sissy Spacek?
Released in 1988 by Tracy Chapman and then again in 2023 by Luke Combs, this song is the story of a young woman trying to escape the circle of poverty.
What is "Fast Car"?
The most decorated gymnast in history was raised by her grandparents in Spring, Texas and placed first all-around at the American Classic hosted in Huntsville, TX in 2012.
Who is Simone Biles?
He is known as the founder of Huntsville, Texas in 1836
Who is Pleasant Gray?
Nicknames included "The Valley Intruder" and "Walk-In Killer" for breaking into victim's homes at night, this slasher was the subject of the movie "Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker." (looking for his real name)
Who is Richard Ramirez?
This "Cheeseburger in Paradise" Singer died in 2023 at the age of 76. He once said, "If there is a heaven for me, I'm sure it has a beach attached."
Who is Jimmy Buffet?
Kids across America sported this binder to help keep their school work organized with the help of a Velcro closure.
What is a Trapper Keeper?
This National Championship winner was born in Tyler, TX, attended the University of Texas at Austin, and was declared an official state hero in 1981 by the State Legislature.
Who is Earl Campbell?
The boxer Roy Harris hailed from this colorfully named town located just east of Conroe.
What is Cut and Shoot?
This killer didn't hop trains for pleasure, instead, he chose his victims based on their close proximity to his preferred means of transportation. (nickname OR real name)
Who is "The Railway Killer" or Angel Maturino Resendiz?
This American idol host, born Christmas Eve, is set to take over as Host of Wheel of Fortune in 2024.
Who is Ryan Seacrest?
Until its 2020 revival, Samuel "Screech" Powers was one of only two characters to appear in this sitcom AND all of its spin-offs.
What is Saved by the Bell?
Born in Marshall, Texas this Boxer and Entrepeneur retired with a record of 76 wins and 5 losses.
Who is George Foreman?
Don't be blinded by the Friday Night Lights, this is the official sport of Texas
What is Rodeo?
Playing law enforcement like a fiddle, he fabulously confessed to killing 600 people in his lifetime, leading to an investigation by the Attorney General. (looking for his real name)
Who is Henry Lee Lucas?
Once a schoolmate of the late Matthew Perry, he has served as Canada's Prime Minister since 2015.
Who is Justin Trudeau?
This 80s superstar portrayed Dr. Noah Drake on General Hospital.
Who is Rick Springfield?
This Lady Cub led Brownwood High School to its first ever women's hoops state title in 1988, before starring at Tech, the WNBA, and beyond.
Who is Sheryl Swoopes?
This town's main drag sports a sign that reads: "This is God's Country, Please Don't Drive Through it Like Hell."
What is Hondo?
"Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile" stars Zac Efron as Ted Bundy and this actor and Houston native as Larry Simpson, the prosecuting attorney from Florida.
Who is Jim Parsons?
Her hit "Thank you" was sampled in the disturbing 2000 song "Stan" by Eminem (not recommended holiday listening).
Who is Dido?
This famed guitarist played a significant role in the phenomenal success of Michael Jackson's "Beat it" by changing around parts of the song and improvising two guitar solos.
Who is Eddie Van Halen?
Widely regarded as the "World's Greatest Cowboy" for winning twice as many all-around championships as the previous record holder, this rodeo hall of famer is 100% American despite his name's implications.
Who is Trevor Brazile?