Tex Hill is an American actor who is best known for his roles in Return of the Lone Ranger, Code of the Rangers, and American Playhouse. He was born on February 20, 1944, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and passed away on February 28, 2014, in Wickenburg, Arizona.
Personal and Family Life
Tex Hill grew up on a family ranch in Del Rio, Texas, where he learned the ways of a cowboy. He was married three times; first to Dianna Monk, with whom he had two children, then to Janet Hubert from 1981 to 1985, and finally to Claudia J. Edwards, a fantasy author, since 1987. Tex enjoyed raising Quarter Horses in Arizona during his semi-retirement and participated in various film festivals and nostalgia events.
Death and Legacy
Tex Hill died on February 28, 2014, due to heart failure. He left behind a legacy as an actor known for embodying the spirit of the Western genre, earning him nicknames like the “Rhinestone Ranger.” His contributions to film and music, including two CDs titled “Song of the Saddle” and “Rodeo Cowboy,” helped preserve the image of classic cowboys in popular culture.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| The Young Riders | 1990 | Whipped Thief |
| America’s Most Wanted: America Fights Back | 1988 | Jade Hummel |
| Code of Vengeance | 1985 | Officer |
| Heart Like a Wheel | 1983 | Reporter (uncredited) |
| American Playhouse | 1982 | Jim Bowie |
| Return of the Lone Ranger | 1961 | Lone Ranger |
| Code of the Rangers | 1972 | Ranger Tex Ryan |