Hadley Barrett, known for being the voice of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, has passed away. He was 87.
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The beloved announcer was scheduled to appear at Rodeo Austin later this month. He got his start unexpectedly when he filled in for another announcer at a Nebraska rodeo in 1960. Barrett later acted as the voice of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo for 28 years.
"Hadley had the unique ability to explain idiosyncrasies of rodeo to those less familiar with the sport - he intimately knew the resume of the contestants, would explain the scoring system and even knew the demeanor and habits of the bucking stock," a statement from the San Antonio Rodeo said in a statement. "With kindness and humor, Hadley was an amazing professional - he had the capacity to maintain the same high level energy and engagement for 21 consecutive performances."
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In 1999, Barrett was inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. He also had a cameo in the 1994 film 8 Seconds which followed the life of American rodeo star Lane Frost.
Representatives for the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo told MySanAntonio that Barrett would be "deeply missed by all."
