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Friday, October 19, 2012
Photos: From Santa Claus to fiery blaze, Big Tex is a Dallas icon
Did you know he started as Santa Claus?
FAIR PARK — On Friday, Big Tex caught fire and burned through his clothes, leaving just a wire frame. Even just an hour after the fire, State Fair of Texas representatives said they are sure that Big Tex will return. The 60-year-old icon will certainly missed.
Here are photos from Big Tex's beginnings -- when he was actually Santa Claus -- through Friday's fire.
Big Tex through the years
Big Tex, at 60 years old, burned down on Friday, October 19.
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9214psalm, anonymous:
I'm not a bit surprised! Ever since smaller men tried to force Tex to show his gray roots, I've been waiting for him to flare up and demand justice! We true Texans always know our own big "Tex" has a heart that burns only for Texas! Tex is merely making a bright statement. After all, what rugged Texas Cowboy doesn't seriously need a facelift or a makeover of some type after age 60? Consider all those years out in our hot Texas sun, then add this fact: Tex is the biggest celebrity in all of Texas! He has an image of Texas to protect! Tex wants to look youthful, strong and unchanging, just like his native state - no graceful aging for our icon! Big Tex is just one of the few true Texas trailblazers who is man enough & "big enough" to take the initiative and do something about it! We love you, Big Tex! We'll see you next September, standing stronger and taller than ever!! Freta Villanueva, native Dallasite and true Texan!
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