2006 Celebrity Guests : The Celebrity Classic : Texas State University

Jensen Ackles Jensen is a Richardson, TX native who plays a major role in the current HBO series Supernatural. He has been a regular talent on the television series Dark Angel, Dawson's Creek, Still Life, and Smallville.

Jonathan Banks Comfortable on stage, film, or television, Jonathan will soon be seen in an ABC pilot titled Astronauts. He's been seen in many movies and TV shows, including Wiseguy, Beverly Hills Cop, 48hrs., Crocodile Dundee in L.A., and Plague Season.

Earl Billings Earl currently has eleven AFLAC commercials running and one Disney World commericial. This TV season, he has guest starred on ER, and the King of Queens, with starring roles in critically acclaimed feature films Antwone Fisher, and American Splendor, which won the Grand Prize for Drama at this year's Sundance Film Festival. He will appear in the feature film Mr. 3000 opening this September.

Nikki Boyer-Lamb Nikki is an Emmy-award winning television host who helps grooms-to-be execute romantic, surprise proposals on TLC's Perfect Proposal. She has also reported on news and entertainment for the WB in St. Louis, earning both Emmy and Telly Awards for her work.

William "Bill" Bradley Bill played collegiate football at the University of Texas at Austin. Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, where he played eight seasons, he was selected to play in 3 Pro Bowls, and collected 34 interceptions, a team record he shares with Eric Allen. Currently, he serves as defensive coordinator for the Baylor Bears.

Jonathan Breck Jonathan is most widely known for his portrayal of "The Creeper" in MGM/Sony's franchise of Jeepers Creepers movies. Despite being a horror movie icon, he as appeared in a wide variety of projects. He may currently be seen as a recurring character on the popular ABC soap One Life to Live. This fall he will star in the film Rodeo Girl with Tippi Hedron and Rachael Hunter.

Kerry Cash The former University of Texas Longhorn went on to play professionally for the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, the Oakland Raiders, and the Chicago Bears. He currently resides in Austin.

Michael Crabtree Michael, a prolific actor and writer, just completed work with Burton Gilliam on the movie Killing Down. He has appeared in more than 25 movies, including The Alamo, Tender Mercies, dancer, Texas, Pop.81, Murphy's Romance, and is currently writing a script about rodeo in the early 1990's.

Satch Davidson former National League Baseball Umpire, Satch's legendary career included working in give no-hit games. Satch was behind the plate when Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's record and again behind the plate in the famous 12 inning sixth game of the 1975 World Series.

Mary Deese Mary has appeared on many TV sitcoms, such as Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Family Matters, as well as in the recurring role of Port Charles reporter "Kristi Koy". Her film credits include The Last Assassins (Dusting Cliff 7), Liquid, and The Wild Rose. Mary's commercial and hosting credits include Radio Shack, Godiva Chocolates, Neiman Marcus, J.C. Penny, and numerous others.

David Denman David can currently be seen in Tim Burton's Big Fish, with Ewan McGregor and Albert Finney. His big screen debut was as the deaf tight end in The Replacements. Recent appearances include Out Cold, The Perfect Husband: The Lacy Peterson Stroy, and numerous television series.

Richard Dillard Best known as "Frank Pickford" in Dazed and Confused, he has also appeared in 20 other feature films and 18 television shows. He co-starred in TV's Texas Justice with Heather Locklear and A Woman of Independent Means with Sally Field. He can be seen in the recently released films The Ringer, Screen Door Jesus, and The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada.

Leslie Easterbrook On film, Leslie created the role of "Calahan" in Police Academy and punched her way from sergeant to captain in 5 sequels-and counting! She created long running characters on Ryans's Hope and Laverne and Shirley, and guest-starred on Matlock, Murder She Wrote, and Baywatch. Look for Leslie in Murder at the Presidio, a USA Network Movie, and feature films The Devil's Rejects, opening in July 2005, and Cartel 1882.

Charlie Frazier A former NFL All Star Team Member, Charlie was an All-American at Texas Southern as well as All-Conference and in 1961 was named Athlete of the Year. He played for the Houston Oilers from 1962 to 1968 and with the New England Patriots in 1969 and 1970. Currently, Charlie teaches biology and coaches football and golf at John H. Reagan High School in Houston.

Richard Gant A fixture on over thirty sitcoms, numerous drama's including Chicago Hope, NYPD Blue, Picket Fences and a multitude of Movies of the Weeks. Recently, he has starred in Sour Grapes and Divorcing Jack, The Big Lebowski, and Godzilla. Richard's role as "Detective Sergeant Dornan" can be seen recurring on the hit show NYPD Blue. He appeared in a recent episode of Deadwood.

Burton "Bubba" Gilliam The national spokesman for Pace Foods for over ten years, his quote "This stuff's made in New York City?" has become legendary. His acting debut in Blazing Saddles is followed by many films and more than 100 television shows, including three seasons on Evening Shade.

Austin "Goose" Gonsoulin A native of Port Arthur, Texas, "Goose" played collegiate ball at Baylor University. At Baylor, he played running back, defensive back, and receiver. He was elected team captain in 1959. His professional play began with the formation of the AFL in 1960. He was with the Denver Broncos most of his career, playing only his last season with the 49ers.

James Hampton Golden Glove nominee for The Longest Yard, Oscar nominee for short subject The Cliffdwellers, and screen actor's Guild Cast nomination for Slingblade. Also remembered as the father in Teen Wolf, and the burglar on F Troop. Additionally, James has written or directed over 100 sitcoms.

Whit Hayden Caesars chose Whit Hayden to be one of the acts to open the $60 million Caesars Magical Empire at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He has also performed at Caesars Tahoe. Whit works on some of the world's largest and most prestigious cruise ships-including the QE 2, the Norway, and the Westerdam. He has performed as the opening act for Jerry Seinfield, Loretta Lynn, Gallagher, and many others.

Louie Kelcher A member of the Super Bowl XIX winning San Francisco 49ers, Louie also played eight years for the San Diego Chargers. In addition to his athletic prowess, he has film credits for North Dallas Forty and Semi-Tough. Louie is a graduate of Southern Methodist University where he was named All American in 1974.

Eugene Lee Eugene is a Distinguished Texas State Alumnus who also finds the time to help make the Classic a success. Recently, he's appeared on six episodes of The District, recurring as "Hud Sanders" the coroner, two episodes of NYPD Blue as an attorney, an appearance in the HBO adaptation of the play Lackawanna Blues, and in the feature film Coach Carter. He has just closed a successful run acting on Broadway in August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean.

Kenny Leon Kenny is founder and Artistic Director of True Colors Theatre Company. He has directed nine of the ten plays in August Wilson's cycle, including last year's Broadway product Gem of the Ocean and 2007 Broadway bound Radio Golf. He also directed the Broadway revival of A Raisin in the Sun featuring Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Phylicia Rashad.

Jason Manns An actor and musician, Jason recently starred in the film Cake, with G.W. Bailey, Ann Cusack and Mary Trainer. He has two movies in pre-production, which he will be filming this summer. As a musician, he has just completed his self-titled album, which should be available soon.

Philip Moon Philip's most recent appearances include the role of lee on the hit television series Deadwood. Other recent credits include roles in the films The Genius Club, Ghost Dance, and Close Call. He has also appeared in the television series 24, The Division, and Walker, Texas Ranger.

Chris Mulkey Character actor and screenwriter Chris Mulkey is best remembered for this convincing portrayal of creepy former convict Hank Jennings in the innovative television series Twin Peaks. A five-year veteran of the Children's Theatre Company of Minnesota, he made his film debut in Loose Ends. His most recent film credits include Confessions of an American Girl, Manhood, Radio, and What a Girl Wants.

Kellye Nakahara One of Hollywood's most recognized actors, Kellye appeared in every episode of the 11 years of M*A*S*H as Nurse Kellye. She now enjoys life as a hugely successful artist, while her acting career continues to flourish. Her watercolors have become wildly popular in California. She has generously donated two of her latest pieces for our auction.

Jim Pickens Jr. Currently a regular on ABC's Grey's Anatomy, Jim's eight-page list of credits includes roles in The West Wing, The X-Files, CSI Miami, JAG, The Practice, and NYPD Blue, to name a few. He will be seen soon in Backwater, currently in post-production.

Steve Prince A graduate of Texas state, Steve recently starred in the film Murders and Acquisitions, and also had a role in the Texas-based The Alamo. He will be seen soon in the yet to be released films Pineapple and Red Ridge. Television credits include appearances on JAG, Walker, Texas Ranger, Allie & Me, and numerous other series.

Alan Stepp A Texas State alumnus, Alan has been busy in Hollywood for years, acting, writing, and producing for television and film. He produced and co-starred in the successful ABC television movie Willing to Kill-The Texas Cheerleader Story. He will soon be seen in an upcoming TV pilot entitled The Missing. He's currently producing a documentary film, Dear Editor, in Aspen, Colorado.

Jim Stienke A 1972 Texas State graduate, Jim was All Lone Star Conference two years, and All-American Defensive Back in 1972. He was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 1973, where he played one year, then four years with the New York Giants, and one year with the Atlanta Falcons. He is currently General Manager of San Marcos Toyota.

Jim Strong An All American running back at the University of Houston, Jim rushed for 1,293 yards in the 1969 season, the 16th highest total in 100 years of college football. In the NFL, he played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints, where he was the leading ground gainer in 1971. He is currently a chemical company executive in Houston.

James Sutorius A veteran of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and numerous regional stages, James has also appeared on television in the The Andros Targets, On Wings of Eagles, A Death in Canaan, Colombo, ER, The X-Files, Profiler, Chicago Hope, Charmed, and CSI. James loves golf, and is open to join a foursome on the links.

Leonard Thomas A veteran of stage, television, and film, Thomas has guest-starred on TV in Law and Order, L.A.X., and One Life to Live. His film credits include roles in Jarhead, Black Snake Moan, Coach Carter, S.W.A.T., Star Wars: Episode II, and Twisted, as well as numerous others.

Rob Thomas Rob is the creator and Executive Producer of UPN's Veronica Mars, recently named one of the American Film Institute's 2005 "Ten Best American Television Series". He is also the creator and Executive Producer of ABC's Cupid. He has written four novels and a collection of short stories published by Simon & Schuster.

Glynn Turman A veteran of stage, television, and film, Glynn got his first taste of acting success at the age of 13 originating the role of Travis Younger on Broadway in Lorraine Hansbury's landmark play A Raisin in the Sun. Since then, he has amassed over eighty film and television credits as an actor and has written and directed in both media.

Will Wallace Will has appeared in over thirty films and television projects, including The Thin Red Line, Rules of Engagement, Rough Riders, and The Evening Star. He has just finished shooting The New World with Christian Bale and Collin Farrell, scheduled to be in theaters in November 2005.

Duane Whitaker Duane has appeared in over 30 feature films, as well as many television shows. Most recently he filmed a starring role in the new "Project Greenlight" film Feast for Dimension Films. He will appear in the "Project Greenlgiht" television show airing on BRAVO. Duane recently guest-starred on NBC's Medical Investigations and had a role in Rob Zombie's The Devil's Rejects.

John Michael Whitby Nicknamed "Tater", John Michael is an avid golfer, who in addition to owning and operating the Southwest Golf Range, plays great piano for Asleep At The Wheel and also performs with Ace In The Hole.

Dan Wilcox Dan has worked in television and film for 36 years. He was a Writer-Producer on M*A*S*H, and he ran the Newhart and Growing Pains series. Other credits include Cosby, The Jeff Foxworthy Show, F.M., and Roots II. He wishes it noted that he writes better than he plays golf.

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