Check Out These 10 Famous People Who Have Graves In Texas

Texas is a breeding ground for famous people. Many successful folks come out of the Lone Star State even close to home. Did you know that Steve Martin lived in Abilene at one time and had a house out in Fairway Oaks? From actors to athletes, there's a bunch of talent that comes from Texas. Unfortunately, it's also the final resting place for many of these famous people.

As a native Texan myself, I was interested to see who was buried in our Great State. With the help of Find a Grave, I came upon quite a list. Everyone was there - athletes, historical figures, politicians, actors, and more. I even noticed some that I had no idea were buried in Texas. See how many of the below you recognize.

CHECK OUT THESE 10 FAMOUS PEOPLE WHO ARE BURIED IN TEXAS

Dan Blocker

Best known for his role as Hoss Cartwright in the TV show Bonanza.

Don Meredith

For nine seasons Don Meredith played with the Dallas Cowboys. He did it all from professional athlete to broadcaster and actor.

Mac Davis

This popular country singer, songwriter, and actor from Lubbock county is well known throughout Texas.

Mickey Mantle

This Hall of Fame Major League Baseball Player played 18 seasons for the New York Yankees. He has many accolades to his name.

Selena

An adored Hispanic singer was murdered at the age of 23 in Corpus Christi, Texas. The Queen of Grammys when it comes to Tejano music.

Ann B. Davis

You may recognize this face. Ann B. Davis was a television actress famous for her role as Alice on the show The Brady Bunch.

Tom Landry

Perhaps best known for being a Hall of Fame Professional Football Coach for the Dallas Cowboys, Tom Landry also served in World War II.

Buddy Holley

A musician born in Lubbock, Buddy Holley was well known for hits such as "Peggy Sue" and "Rave On". He was killed in a plane crash on February 3rd, 1959 along with Ritchie Valens and disc jockey "The Big Bopper".

Sherman Hemsley

Best known for his role as George Jefferson on the NBC TV show The Jeffersons, Sherman Hemsley also served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years.

Stevie Ray Vaughan

A blues and rock legend born in Dallas, Stevie Ray Vaughan came from a musical family eventually forming the band Double Trouble (pictured above).

Of course, no list is definitive. There are many more notable burials in Texas including politicians, historical figures, and more. As with many Texans, famous or not, I plan on being buried right here in the Lone Star State. There's no other place I'd rather be.

When it comes to famous folks, there were many that we lost in 2022. Look below to see how many you recognize.