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R.I.P. Big Tex: 25 Photos In Memoriam

October 19, 2012 4:00AM

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On October 19, 2012, Big Tex burned following an electrical short in his jaw. In honor of the State Fair, and the loss of Dallas' icons, here are some epic photos of Big Tex going up at the State Fair of Texas. We'll miss ya, Big Tex.

Photos 1-6: Danny Fulgencio from 2011
Photos 7-15 Mattie Stafford from 2012
Photo 16-25: Jay Barker from 2012
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