Tall Paul

09/24/2026

07/04/2026

Maybe the last post for the day.... Maybe not 😂

Google Photos has been digging up some ancient history today. Apparently, I've been doing this long enough that some of these pictures are from before phones had cameras. 😳

A few of these photos also prove there was a time when my Uncle Sam beard required a little... "creative enhancement." White shoe polish on the chin was apparently a perfectly acceptable substitute for facial hair. 😂

Somewhere in this collection is a baby I'm holding. Turns out he was mine. Today, he's working an event of his own while I'm still out here doing what I've loved doing for nearly 25 years.

Not a bad way to spend America's 250th birthday.

If you're celebrating at the Ga***rd Texan today, come say hello! I'll be there as Uncle Sam from 3:00–6:00 PM, still making memories, still telling bad jokes, and thankfully no longer relying on shoe polish to grow a beard.

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America!

***rdTexan

07/04/2026

07/02/2026

🇺🇸 Hey... yes, you. It's been a while, hasn't it?

If we've shared a laugh, a high-five, or a photo together over the years, I'd love to see you again.

I'll be appearing as Uncle Sam at the Ga***rd Texan only two days this summer:

🇺🇸 July 3 • 3:00–6:00 PM
🇺🇸 July 4 • 3:00–6:00 PM

That's it! If you're celebrating Independence Day with your family, stop by and say hello. It would mean a lot to catch up, make a new memory, and maybe recreate an old photo or two as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

I hope to see a few familiar faces. ❤️🤍💙

***rdTexan

03/27/2026

If you’ve ever been out at the Ga***rd and gotten an amazing balloon creation for your kids… there’s a good chance you’ve already met this guy 🎈

Christopher Lyle (yep — the guy in the yellow suit) has been part of the Ga***rd magic for the better part of 15 years.

You may have seen him as a Scarecrow, Topher the Toy Maker, an elf, a cowboy, Tweedledum… or one of the MANY characters he brings to life.

But here’s the part most people don’t know…
He doesn’t just do balloons.

This is your chance to see the FULL show — comedy, magic, and all the personality that makes him such a hit with families.

🎭 Family-Friendly Show
📍 Improv Addison
🗓 Saturday (tomorrow)
⏰ 2:00 PM

If your kids have ever loved what he does at events… this is next level.

Go check him out. You’ll be glad you did.

https://facebook.com/events/s/lol-comedy-magic-show-at-the-a/1636562064216605/

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01/03/2026

✨ Final Night of the Season ✨

Tonight is my last night at the Ga***rd Texan for the ICE season—and it also marks the close of my 21st Christmas in this incredible place.

Over the years, I’ve had the absolute privilege of watching kids grow up, adults… well… stay exactly the same 😉, and seeing the pure wonder in the eyes of some truly special people. That never gets old.

For 21 years, this has never felt like “just a job.” It’s been moments, memories, and connections—and I’m incredibly grateful for every single one of you who stopped, smiled, waved, laughed, or took a photo with me along the way.

If I haven’t seen you yet this season, tonight’s your last chance — I’ll be here until 8:00 PM.

And don’t worry…
👉 We’ll see you next season. Summer and Christmas.
Stay tuned — I’ll be posting schedules right here.
Thank you all for coming to see me, year after year. ❤️🎄
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12/28/2025

Not a “Then & Now” of me this time 😉
This is a Then… and Then.

Five photos.
All Toy Soldiers.
All Christmas.
All at the Ga***rd Texan.

One of these photos isn’t me — it’s one of the incredible guys I work with.

The “then” photos show him as a kid.
The newest photo was taken today.

Watching someone literally grow up in this space — same place, same season, same magic — is one of the coolest parts of what we do. 🎄🧸

Time flies, traditions last, and Christmas has a way of keeping the memories stacked tall.




***rdTexan
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12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Tall Paul! 🎄

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Thank you to everyone who stopped to say hello, snap a photo, and share a smile with me this season.

It’s truly an honor to be part of your holiday traditions year after year. ❤️

🎁 May your days be merry, bright, and full of Christmas magic!

— Tall Paul 🎩✨

🎄 ¡Feliz Navidad de parte de Tall Paul! 🎄

Les deseo a usted y a su familia una muy Feliz Navidad, llena de alegría, risas y recuerdos inolvidables.

Gracias a todos los que se acercaron a saludar, tomarse una foto y compartir una sonrisa esta temporada.

Es un verdadero honor ser parte de sus tradiciones navideñas año tras año. ❤️

🎁 ¡Que sus días estén llenos de luz, felicidad y magia navideña!

— Tall Paul 🎩✨










***rdTexan

12/24/2025

Throwback to about 20 years ago…
Two generations: me and RJ (now somehow 20½ years old 🤯). And my buddy Todd Haberkorn fresh out of SMU, and still blissfully unaware he was about to become that voice everyone recognizes.

RJ grew up.
Todd got famous.
I stayed tall.

Honestly, that part checks out.





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