ABOUT RONALD BURTON
PRO RODEO CLOWN & BARREL MAN
With more than 25 years of experience in professional rodeo, Ronald Burton has entertained fans across the United States while earning the trust of rodeo committees, contestants, and stock contractors alike. Known for his family-friendly humor, quick timing, and calm presence in the arena, Ronald delivers entertainment that connects with all ages while never losing sight of safety and professionalism.
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Ronald’s consistency and work ethic have earned him some of the highest honors in the sport. He is a 12-time Cowboy’s Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) Contract Act of the Year and has served in premier roles at the highest levels of professional rodeo, including as the rodeo clown for the PRCA Southeastern Circuit Finals and the PRCA Great Lakes Circuit Finals. These assignments reflect the confidence placed in him to perform on rodeo’s biggest stages.
commitment TO THE SPORT
Inside the arena, Ronald is committed to more than laughs. He takes pride in protecting bull riders, supporting event flow, and contributing to the overall success of every performance. Outside the arena, he actively supports the rodeos he works through sponsor appearances, radio and television interviews, parades, and promotional events, helping committees maximize community engagement and visibility.
AWARDS & HONORS
PRO RODEO CLOWN & BARRELMAN
2024
PRCA Ram Southeastern Circuit Finals Barrel Man
2020
PRCA Ram Great Lakes Circuit Finals Barrel Man
12 Times (2011 – 2022)
CPRA Contract Act of the Year
9 Times (2011 – 2014, 2016 – 2019, 2021)
CPRA Finals Barrel Man
2010 & 2012
SPBR Barrel Man of the Year
2001 & 2002
TSRA Rodeo Assn. Clown of the Year
2001
Mid-South Bull Riding Tour Finals Clown/Barrel Man
Dixie Rodeo Assn. Finals Clown/Barrel Man
8 Times
TSRA Finals Barrel Man
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AS A BULL FIGHTER
2007
TSRA Finals Bullfighter
PYBR Finals Bullfighter
2006 & 2007
FPBR Finals Bullfighter
2005 & 2007
TCYBR Finals Bullfighter
2005
CBRA Finals Bullfighter
1998
Crazy 8 Bull Riding Series Champion Bullfighter
1996 & 1997
Dixieland Finals Bullfighter
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BEYOND THE ARENA
Ronald’s career has also extended beyond the rodeo arena into national media. He has appeared on ABC’s Extreme Home Makeover: Home Edition, Discovery Channel’s Battleground Earth, and is featured in a Coca-Cola commercial for the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. He also stars in the award winning documentary film Man in the Can, which chronicles his life and career as a professional rodeo clown and is now available on DVD and YouTube.
Professional, reliable, and proven — Ronald Burton continues to bring energy, experience, and integrity to every rodeo he’s a part of.
Inside the arena, Ronald is committed to more than laughs. He takes pride in protecting bull riders, supporting event flow, and contributing to the overall success of every performance. Outside the arena, he actively supports the rodeos he works through sponsor appearances, radio and television interviews, parades, and promotional events, helping committees maximize community engagement and visibility.
