Wow, 10 Famous Folks Who Are Buried in Texas

As it turns out, Texas is a stomping ground for many famous people. Many successful folks have been born and bred in the Lone Star State. Did you know Steve Martin once had a house out in Abilene's Fairway Oaks? From actors to athletes, there is some serious talent that comes from Texas. It's also the final resting place for many of these famous people.

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As a native Texan myself, I wanted to see some of the famous names who have been buried in our great state. With the help of Find a Grave, I came upon quite a list - athletes, historical figures, politicians, actors, and more. I even noticed some I had no idea were buried in Texas. See how many names you recognize.

LOOK: WOW, 10 FAMOUS FOLKS 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 baseballer played 18 seasons for the New York Yankees. He has many accolades to his name.

Selena

This adored Hispanic singer - the "Queen of Grammys" when it come to Tejano music - was murdered at the age of 23 in Corpus Christi.

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 like "Peggy Sue" and "Rave On". He was killed in a plane crash on February 3, 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 four 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.

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 we lost in 2023. Look below to see how many you recognize.