Hundreds Honor Rodeo Legend Roy Cooper at Fort Worth Memorial

Roy Cooper, a legendary ProRodeo Hall of Famer known as the 'Super Looper,' passed away at 69 in a house fire, deeply impacting the rodeo and country music communities. Hundreds gathered at Fort Worth's Cowtown Coliseum to honor his legacy with heartfelt tributes from friends and fellow champions, including country star George Strait, who described Cooper as one of his very best friends and a personal hero. Cooper's rodeo career was unparalleled, with eight world championships and inductions into multiple halls of fame, inspiring fellow champions like Trevor Brazile and Ty Murray. Alongside personal anecdotes, including Cooper's memorable attempt to rope Stevie Nicks, attendees celebrated his generosity, skill, and influence on the sport and those around him. The Celebration of Life event was broadcast on the Cowboy Channel, further commemorating Cooper's enduring impact on rodeo culture. His family and friends emphasized Cooper's love for God, family, and the rodeo community, underscoring the profound loss felt across these circles.