Bob Tallman


Bob Tallman born Robert Matthew Tallman is a ProRodeo Hall of Fame American rodeo announcer. He is known as "the voice of professional rodeo".

Life

Bob Tallman was born Robert Matthew Tallman on October 25, 1947, in Orovada, Nevada. Tallman and his sister, Maryanne, grew up on the Orovada family cattle ranch. The Tallmans moved into Winnemucca when Bob was 10-years-old. He tried football in high school, but it did not work out athletically. He had a natural talent for golf, but he loved rodeo more, and he could rope. He gained some experience roping in high school and in 4-H. He went to California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California He was there to rope, but he cared more about spending time with his friends. He did try to ride bucking horses, but was advised by the Canadian bull rider Bob Robinson, "find something else". He attended a rodeo in Fallon, Nevada, circa 1969 where he roped calves. He told the stock contractor that the announcer was, "pitiful". The contractor told him to do it when he was done roping. Tallman did and was paid $100 a performance.

Career

Tallman has announced so many rodeos, his voice has become instantly recognizable. He has announced the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada, more than any other announcer. He has announced the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for 33 years. He announces rodeos all around the country. He also announces events on television. He is the spokesman for many cowboy themed products. He refers to his voice as his "priceless gift from God" and tries to use it to touch peoples' lives.

Honors

Tallman and his wife reside in Poolville, Texas. Tallman raises Angus cows and calves on his ranch.