Who's Who by State

Notable Families & Figures of Texas

The notable families, dynasties, companies, and figures of Texas — profiled from public sources.

The Bush FamilyThe family that sent a senator, two presidents, and a governor to the top of American politics.Read profile →The Hunt FamilyH.L. Hunt of Dallas, once among the richest men in the world.Read profile →The Bass FamilyThe Fort Worth billionaires and philanthropists.Read profile →The Perot FamilyRoss Perot of Dallas, EDS founder and two-time presidential candidate.Read profile →Buddy HollyThe Lubbock-born rock-and-roll pioneer.Read profile →The Dell FamilyMichael Dell, whose Austin computer company became a global giant.Read profile →The Cullen FamilyHugh Roy Cullen of Houston, wildcatter and great benefactor.Read profile →Sam HoustonThe general and statesman who won Texas independence.Read profile →BeyoncéThe Houston-born global music superstar.Read profile →
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