Texas Film Hall of Fame

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Ann Richards emceeing the Texas Film Hall of Fame gala.

The Texas Film Hall of Fame, which operates under the auspices of the Austin Film Society, was co-founded in 2001 by Louis Black, the editor of the Austin Chronicle, and Evan Smith, the editor of Texas Monthly. Every year, at a gala held at Austin Studios, on the site of the city's onetime municipal airport, TFHOF inducts or honors Texans who've made a significant contribution to film or filmmaking, as well as non-Texans who've made significant strides in the advancement of the Texas film industry. Classic Texas films are also honored, with a member of the cast or crew accepting on behalf of his colleagues.

In 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005, the gala was emceed by Ann Richards, the former governor of Texas, who died on September 13, 2006. The 2007 gala commemorated her passing by celebrating her life and her passion for film.

2001 Honorees

Inductees: Robert Benton Liz Smith Sissy Spacek Bill Wittliff

Warren Skaaren Lifetime Achievement Award: Mike Simpson

2002 Honorees

Inductees: Cyd Charisse William Broyles Jr. Terrence Malick Willie Nelson

Warren Skaaren Lifetime Achievement Award: Jack Valenti

Legacy Award: Gilbert Roland

Frontier Award: Giant (accepted by Dennis Hopper)

2003 Honorees

Inductees: Farrah Fawcett Horton Foote Woody Harrelson Tobe Hooper

Legacy Award: Dooley Wilson

Rising Star Award: Owen Wilson