Roy Cooper, known to many around the U.S. as The Super Looper, has died. 

According to multiple reports, a fire broke out at the rodeo legend’s home in Decatur, Texas, on Tuesday, April 29, that engulfed the property in flames. He was 69 years old. 

Taking to Facebook, Cooper’s son Tuf Cooper shared a heartwarming tribute. “It is with great sadness that our family shares the passing of our Dad, The Super Looper, Roy Cooper. We’re all in shock and at a loss for words from this tragedy at the moment,” Tuf wrote. 

“Sorry for your loss. Your dad grew up here where I live. I’ve followed the Cooper family for years. Sending prayers,” one person replied. 

“Prayers and condolences to all your family. Your dad was not only a mentor and a role model but set a benchmark that became goals and dreams for so many that followed. REST IN PEACE COWBOY,” added another. 

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With Cooper’s list of achievements, it’s not hard to see why he’s regarded as one of the best in the sport. 

The seasoned athlete was a seven-time PRCA World Champion, he was the first rodeo cowboy to earn more than $1 million in career earnings, and he was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 1979. 

Even with all of that under his belt, Cooper was a humble man. 

“I don’t know if I’m Super Looper. I’m just Roy. I’m not one to brag on myself and there are so many good ropers today. You can’t compare me to Toots Mansfield or Dean Oliver because we were in different eras. I had my time for 10 years there,” he said on Ty Harris‘ “Lets Freakin’ Rodeo” podcast in February.

Cooper is survived by his wife, Shari Smith Cooper, and their three sons, Clif, Clint, and Tuf.