A dedication to my beloved Fame who's life was ended suddenly and way too soon.

The first year of WPRA competition Fame finished 22nd in the circuit with limited hauling.  The second year (2012)  he was  leading the WPRA Great Lakes Circuit  when  Fame sustained an  injury that later proved to be fatal during competition at the  WPRA rodeo in Medford, WI on June 9, 2012 and on June 10,2012 he was laid to rest.

 Fame was a son of the late Dash Ta Fame who is the leading barrel horse sire for 12 years in a row. On the bottom side, all the mare power is backed up by Lanes Leinster, a proven magical cross on Dash Ta Fame. This maternal line, crossed on Dash Ta Fame produced Rickeshay Ta Fame, who won the OKC Derby and is a multiple Derby/Futurity and 1-D money earner. Fame is a 3/4 brother to Rickeshay Ta Fame.Fame also carried the genetics of Deregulate who is a leading broodmare sire.

With only 3 months of professional training by Marne Loosenort, he came home and clocked consistently  in 1-D where he had remained ever since.  He had multple wins and placings in the rodeo arena, large scale venues of barrel racing and jackpots.

He was an outstanding athletic individual with a baby doll head and in your pocket personality.  His heart was big and he loved the sport!     An instant bond was shared that grew from day we met. In just a short time he made all my dreams and hopes a reality but more than that he was my best friend.  He listened for countless hours about the troubles of the world, work and family.  No matter what kind of a day he was having he always buried his head in my arms for some hugs and kisses. He was adored and he knew it.  He knew how to make me laugh every day and even on a bad day he always brought a smile to my face. He is missed terribly and not a day goes by that he isn't thought of.   It is my personal  hope all his babies shine in the areana to make their daddy proud to carry on his legacy.  

If you have a Fame baby he/she  remains eligible for  the Hawki, BRIF and JJ futurity Classic.

"Good Bye my friend, I will love you forever"

My heart still breaks every time I think of you. June 10th marks the worst day of my life.  It was the day you left me.

"AG Famous Hot Rod in my opinion is the real deal!  The first time I saw him I said this horse has it all.  If I was going to draw a picture of the perfect built barrel horse he would be it.  This horse has so much talent and ability that he makes it look so easy. He is a crowd pleaser every time he runs and the barrel race isn't over until he crosses the time line!"

'Fame, love the horse ! He has a huge heart and a style to die for. I have hauled with Fame and can not say anything bad abot him. I love to watch such a talented horse and his future is endless."

Tammy Whyte

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Remember to dream big and reach for the stars, but keep one foot on the ground and don't forget who you are or where you came from- Kristen 

“I love watching AG Famous Hot Rod run -  he is a natural talent and a thrill to see him compete!”

Renea Bolling