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Texas Bob Hinkle's life has been a remarkable journey, spanning over six decades. Born in Brownfield, Texas, Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1947 and received his honorable discharge in 1950. After the military, he joined the rodeo circuit, where he met his future wife, Miss Sandra Larson, at a rodeo in Moses Lake, Washington.
Their union has stood the test of time, with 56 years of marriage and the raising of three children, Michael, Bradley, and Melody. Bob's rodeo career took a turn when he was discovered by director Budd Boetticher on the set of Universal's "Bronco Buster" in 1952, leading to an uncredited role as a cowboy stuntman.
This marked the beginning of his transition from rodeo to Hollywood, with roles in films like "Giant" (1955) and "Hud" (1955),where he worked as a technical/dialogue director/coach, advising actors like James Dean, Rock Hudson, and Dennis Hopper on how to "talk Texas."
In the 1960s, Bob wrote, directed, and produced several films, including "Old Rex" (1960),"Born Hunters" (1960),and "Mr. Chat" (1961). He also produced a series of country-music specials, "Hollywood Jubilee," and became the personal manager for his friend, Chill Wills.
In the 1970s, Bob continued to work in film and music, producing and directing projects like "Country Music Jubilee" (1972) and "Guns of a Stranger" (1972). He also managed the careers of Marty Robbins and Robert Knievel, among others.
In his later years, Bob has been involved with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, helping disaster victims and living a semi-retired life in Dallas, Texas, with his wife, Sandra.
