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Lubbock, Texas, — You may find it surprising to hear several celebrities from Hollywood uttering the word "Lubbock" both on television and in movies.

EverythingLubbock.com has compiled a list of all instances when Lubbock was referenced.

La Bamba

Before breaking into song, Ritchie Valens says, “Here’s one out of Lubbock, Texas! ”His drummer, Roberto “Bob” Morales, reacts, saying, “Lubbock, Texas?” This has become a bit of a meme for the Hub City.

Modern Family

The character Pepper hails from Lubbock. In an episode, Cam shouts at him, "You're from Lubbock, Texas!"

King of The Hill

In an episode of King of the Hill, Peggy Hill goes shoe shopping in Lubbock and ends up purchasing size 16 footwear.

Reba

The city of Lubbock is referenced multiple times throughout the television series "Reba," even though the show takes place in Houston. In the program, Reba’s former husband’s new spouse hails from a family based in Lubbock.

Walk the Line

Lubbock is mentioned when Johnny Cash is going on tour with Elvis Presley.

Better Call Saul

During season four, episode nine of the popular AMC series "Better Call Saul," Kin Wexler approaches Lubbock’s City Hall.

Hell or High Water

The final segment of the film unfolds between Lubbock and Post. The whole movie showcases the region of West Texas.

The Simpsons

In an earlier scene, Krusty the Clown refers to a dreadful event that occurred at a convention in Lubbock, Texas. In a different episode, Lubbock is referenced within a naval recruiting advertisement.

Chicago

Roxie Hart claims she comes from "a chicken farm located outside of Lubbock."

A Lubbock dad and his daughter create enduring memories as they post restaurant critiques online together.

Taken

In an episode of "Taken," there’s a flashback set on December 25, 1958, in Lubbock, Texas. The scene includes a character mentioning the famous “Lubbock Lights” event.

Project Blue Book "The Lubbock Lights"

The History Channel's series "Project Blue Book" featured the Lubbock Lights incident in one of its episodes.

The Blob in "X-men Origins: Wolverine" and "X-Men Apocalypse"

The X-Men character The Blob hails from Lubbock, Texas.

Saturday Night Live "Stewardesses"

In a funny 2018 Saturday Night Live skit, Will Ferrell, Chris Redd, and Aidy Bryant play flight attendants aboard a Southwest Airlines flight traveling from Lubbock, Texas, to Charleston, South Carolina.

Star Trek: The Next Generation Season 2, Episode 12 "The Royale"

In an "Star Trek: The Next Generation" episode titled “The Royale,” Data encounters a gambler dressed entirely in cowboy gear who claims he hails from Lubbock, Texas.

Rolling Cones debuts in Lubbock before summer starts

Criminal Minds

A character called Lester "Les" Turner from Lubbock, Texas showed up in the series' eleventh season. th season.

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