Is Reveille IX still alive?

Yes, Reveille IX, the beloved former mascot of Texas A&M University, passed away on September 27, 2025, due to complications from pneumonia, and was laid to rest in October 2025. She served as the "First Lady of Aggieland" from 2015 until her retirement in April 2021, and her legacy was honored with a public memorial service at the university.

When did Reveille 9 pass away?

I write to you today with a difficult announcement about our former First Lady of Aggieland, Miss Reveille IX, who officially retired in 2021. In the early hours of September 27th, our beloved Miss Reveille IX passed away due to complications from pneumonia.

What happened to Reveille IX?

Reveille IX was the Texas A&M mascot dog who served from 2015 until 2021. She passed away in late September 2025 from pneumonia complications and was buried alongside previous Reveilles at the Reveille Memorial on October 10, 2025, marking the end of her service as the "First Lady of Aggieland".

How old is Reveille IX?

Reveille IX, beloved former mascot of Texas A&M University, will be honored with a memorial service and laid to rest outside Kyle Field. She died. Aug. 23 at the age of 11.

Who is the current Reveille?

Reveille X (born September 5, 2019) officially assumed Mascot duties on April 30, 2021. She was donated by the Rough Collie breeders Julie Hinrichsen and Russell Dyke, the same breeders who donated Reveille VIII.

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What is the rarest school mascot?

The mascots below are nothing short of bizarre:

1. The Boll Weevil – University of Arkansas. ...
2. The Purple Cow – Williams College. ...
3. Sammy the Banana Slug – University of California. ...
4. Saint Louis Billiken – University of Saint Louis. ...
5. Artie the fighting Artichoke – Scottsdale Community College.

Has Reveille ever been stolen?

In 1993, the four-month-old Reveille VI was kidnapped by a group of Texas students in Dallas before the Cotton Bowl, and she was returned nearly a week later. You can read more about the mascot-nappings of Reveille and Bevo at the link in our bio!

Who is the first lady of Aggieland?

Reveille is known as the First Lady of Aggieland and is Texas A&M's official mascot.

Is Reveille still used today?

Sounded at bases around the world at sunrise, Reveille signals the beginning of the duty day and is a cue for service members to assemble for a morning roll call.

When was Reveille kidnapped?

As for Reveille VI, she is known for one incident Aggies would like to forget—being stolen as a 4-month-old pup from the Dallas back- yard of then-handler Jim Lively in 1993 by Neil Andrew Sheffield, a University of Texas at Austin student.

Why did Jim Schlossnagle leave A&M?

Jim Schlossnagle left Texas A&M for the University of Texas primarily due to his strong, long-standing relationship with Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte (who was his boss at TCU), a desire to work with him again, combined with growing frustrations over Texas A&M's financial instability, a slow-moving ballpark project, and a perceived leadership vacuum after A&M's AD change, ultimately feeling he couldn't pass up the reuniting opportunity at a well-resourced program.
 

Where is Reveille buried?

All of the deceased Reveilles, including Reveille I, are buried outside the north end of Kyle Field, where they have a special scoreboard so that they can always watch the Aggies outscore their opponents.

Is Norbert the dog still alive in 2025?

Norbert died on January 26, 2025, at the age of 15.

Did Lisa Vanderpump's dog Giggy pass away?

Yes, Lisa Vanderpump's beloved Pomeranian, Giggy (short for Gigolo), passed away on December 12, 2020, after battling health issues like alopecia, severe allergies, and a heart condition, a devastating loss that she announced on Instagram, noting his role in inspiring her animal rescue foundation.
 

Who is the youngest rapper who died?

While pinpointing the absolute youngest rapper to die is difficult due to varying definitions and early artists, Ritchie Valens (a foundational rock/R&B artist often cited in hip-hop discussions) tragically died at 17, and younger SoundCloud/internet rappers like Lil Tay (14) have faced death hoaxes and tragic ends, though many very young deaths involve non-famous or underground artists, with famous examples like Pop Smoke (20) and XXXTentacion (20) dying young, but not the absolute youngest. 

What is the most expensive sorority at Texas A&M?

There isn't one single "most expensive" sorority at Texas A&M, as costs vary, but dues for active members can range from around $50-$350 per semester, with some specific organizations like Kappa Kappa Gamma and Alpha Chi Omega having high dues in the past (around $400-$475), while costs also depend on whether you buy extra apparel, but newer sororities with lavish houses, like Gamma Phi Beta, often have higher costs reflecting those amenities.
 

Is Reveille 9 still alive?

I write to you today with a difficult announcement about our former First Lady of Aggieland, Miss Reveille IX, who officially retired in 2021. In the early hours of September 27th, our beloved Miss Reveille IX passed away due to complications from pneumonia.

What famous person went to Texas A&M?

Several celebrities attended Texas A&M, including actors Dennis Quaid, Rip Torn, and Peri Gilpin, country music star Lyle Lovett, politician Rick Perry, and Christian singer Chris Tomlin, all notable for their distinct fields.
 

Why is Reveille missing an eye?

The Aug. 30 game will mark the first time Reveille X will run onto Kyle Field surrounded by cheering fans post-surgery. Over the summer, veterinarians discovered glaucoma in the Queen of Aggieland's right eye after she was showing signs of discomfort, and had to perform a surgery to completely remove the eye.

How many Aggie dogs have there been?

Over the years the face of Aggie has changed, but the basic concept of a clothed two-legged bulldog remained the same. There have been 12 official Aggie dogs in the school's history, with the first making his appearance in the fall of 1984.

What is the number one most stolen dog?

1. French Bulldog. French Bulldogs have become incredibly popular in the last few years, rising to first place on the AKC's most popular dog breeds list. They are having a fashion moment, and this trendy status is partly why they are so high on our list of breeds most likely to be stolen.

What mascot killed another mascot?

*MURDEROUS MUSTANG: SMU's mascot, Peruna, is the only mascot to have killed another mascot. In October '34, Peruna was taken to NY for SMU's contest against Fordham. The Fordham Ram got too close, and Peruna gave it a swift kick, killing the ram.

Who is the highest paying mascot?

The highest-paid mascot is widely reported to be Rocky the Mountain Lion, representing the NBA's Denver Nuggets, earning around $625,000 per year, significantly more than other professional sports mascots. Other top earners include Harry the Hawk (Atlanta Hawks) at about $600,000 and Benny the Bull (Chicago Bulls) at $400,000 annually, with NBA mascots generally earning much more than those in other leagues.
 

What is America's scariest high school mascot?

America's scariest high school mascot is widely considered to be the Headless Horseman from Sleepy Hollow High School in New York. This mascot perfectly embodies the local legend from Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," with a costumed rider on a horse appearing at homecoming games, creating a genuinely spooky and iconic tradition.