Fort Worth has a way of claiming the stars – or at least inviting them home for a night. This November, the city’s Lone Star Film Festival will do just that, honoring Fort Worth native Abraham Alexander, whose music has soared to the Academy Awards, and welcoming back Western icon Sam Elliott, whose gravelly voice and stoic presence have defined a generation of on-screen cowboys. They’ll be celebrated at a gala on Nov. 7 at Bowie House, a night where the city’s heritage and contemporary artistry converge.
Elliot is set to receive the Bill Paxton Achievement in Film Award, named for Fort Worth’s own fearless actor, which recognizes those willing to take risks and gamble on visions that might not pay off.
“Sam Elliott’s storied career, especially his iconic contributions to the Western genre, resonates deeply with a festival rooted in a city so closely tied to Western heritage,” said Chad Mathews, executive director of the Lone Star Film Society…