2026 NCHA Celebrity Cutting
The NCHA Celebrity Cutting Presented by Icon Global is a premier event that brings together renowned celebrities and elite cutting horse trainers for an unforgettable evening of competition, entertainment, and purpose. Hosted by the National Cutting Horse Association, this one-of-a-kind event will feature stars from some of today’s most popular film and television projects, including talent from Taylor Sheridan productions such as Landman, Lioness, Mayor of Kingstown, The Madison, and more—as they team up with world-class equine athletes to take on the thrilling sport of cutting.
More than just a competition, the Celebrity Cutting is a celebration of Western heritage, horsemanship, and community, all while raising critical funds to support the expansion of UT Southwestern’s cancer center for Fort Worth families. Join us for a memorable night where celebrities and cutting enthusiasts come together to honor this dynamic and historic sport and support a cause that will make a lasting impact for generations to come.
Confirmed celebrity participants include*:
Beau Garrett (Firefly Lane, Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce, The Madison)
C. Thomas Howell (ET, The Outsiders, Red Dawn, Soul Man)
Caleb Plant (Former Super Middleweight World Champion)
Dave Annable (Special Ops: Lioness)
Elle Chapman (The Madison)
Ian Bohen (Yellowstone, Special Ops: Lioness)
James Jordan (Yellowstone, 1883, Mayor of Kingstown, Landman, Special Ops: Lioness)
Jill Wagner (Special Ops: Lioness)
LaMonica Garrett (1883, Designated Survivor, Special Ops: Lioness)
Matthew Rhys (The Americans, The Beast in Me)
Michael Kelly (Hose of Cards, Jack Ryan, Special Ops: Lioness)
Neal McDonough (Yellowstone, Tulsa King)
Robert Patrick (Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Tulsa King)
Taylor Handley (Mayor of Kingstown)
*The list is subject to change. Additional special guests and participants will be revealed as the event approaches.
For more information on the NCHA or upcoming events and schedules, please check out our website at nchacutting.com.
