Lane Frost: The Legendary Bull Rider's Life and Tragic End (1989 News Story)

#rodeo #biography #lanefrost #bullriding #western #80s #1989

Here's a short biography of Lane Frost, who was tragically ended by a bull at only 25 year old. Seemed like a nice fun loving guy.

Lane Frost was an iconic American professional bull rider born on October 12, 1963, in La Junta, Colorado, and raised in Oklahoma. He is best known for his incredible talent and charisma in the world of rodeo.

Frost began riding bulls at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a respected figure in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). In 1987, he achieved the pinnacle of his career by winning the PRCA World Championship in bull riding.

Tragically, Lane Frost's life was cut short on July 30, 1989, during the Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo in Wyoming. After successfully riding a bull named "Takin' Care of Business," he was struck by the bull after dismounting, suffering fatal injuries. He was just 25 years old.

Lane Frost's legacy endures in the rodeo community. His life and career were immortalized in the 1994 movie 8 Seconds, where actor Luke Perry portrayed him. Today, Frost is remembered as a legend in bull riding, symbolizing the courage, skill, and spirit of the rodeo.