Joan Bledsoe’s 75-Year Rodeo Love

At 91, Joan Bledsoe hasn’t missed a single Franklin Rodeo in 75 years—ever—despite battling breast and colon cancer twice. Doctors didn’t expect her to live this long, but she sees her endurance as a miracle and a blessing. Hooked since childhood by her dad, she recalls staying calm when a horse charged into the stands—an early sign of her deep, unshakable bond with the rodeo. Believing everyone has value, she’s not slowing down, vowing to keep cheering on horses and heroes for years to come. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d0af30903f892bc