So, you’re sitting there, scrolling through the news, and you see two names: Charles Perry and Rick Perry. One’s a state senator in Texas, the other was the governor of Texas and a guy who famously forgot which federal agencies he wanted to abolish. And your brain, because it’s a busy little detective, asks: “Hey, are these two related?” Let’s grab a coffee and dig in. It’s a question that feels almost too obvious, doesn’t it?
The short answer? No. They are not related. At least, not in any way that anyone has ever confirmed. No secret family reunions. No shared grandpa named “Governor.” It’s one of those cosmic coincidences where two people from the same state share a last name that’s about as common as a tumbleweed in West Texas. I know, I know—it feels like a plot twist that should be real.
Let’s Meet The Two Perrys
First up: Charles Perry. He’s a Republican member of the Texas Senate, representing the 28th district. That’s a big chunk of West Texas, including Lubbock. He’s the guy who actually passed bills, like the one that made Texas a “Second Amendment Sanctuary State.” He’s serious hair (not quite a helmet, but close) and a law-and-order vibe. He doesn’t trip over his own tongue on national TV. He’s the quiet cousin at the family barbecue who’s grilling the steaks.
Must Read
Then there’s Rick Perry. You know Rick. He was governor of Texas for a really long time (14 years). He ran for president twice. He once wore glasses that made him look like a friendly high school principal. And, bless his heart, he gave us the iconic “Oops” moment during a 2011 debate when he forgot the Department of Energy. He’s the loud cousin who shows up with a ten-gallon hat and a story about a hog farm. Absolutely legendary, but for different reasons.
But The Last Name! It Matches!
I hear you. You’re thinking, “But Perry is such a strong Texas name! They must be distant cousins from some Cowboy Jesus genealogy tree.” Fair point. The name Perry has deep roots in Texas history. But here’s the thing: Charles Perry’s family hails from the Panhandle region. Rick Perry’s people? They’re from the Paint Creek area, way out in the Rolling Plains. That’s like saying everyone named Smith in London is related. They are not. It’s a big state, folks.
How Rick Perry Became A Key Figure In The Trump Impeachment Probe
If you dig into the genealogy, you’ll find no overlap. No shared great-uncle who fought at the Alamo. No secret handshake. Just two men who happen to have the same last name and a stubborn love for Texas. It’s a coincidence. Pure, unadulterated, “well-that’s-weird” coincidence.
Why Do We Even Care?
Honestly? Because we’re humans. We crave connections. We want our political drama to be a family feud. Imagine the Thanksgiving dinner if they were related! “Hey, Rick, remember when you said you’d abolish the Education Department? Mom’s still mad.” But no. Charles Perry is a steady-handed legislator who probably gets annoyed when people confuse him with the guy who did the “Oops” bit. Can you blame him? It’s like being a brilliant baker named “Chef Ramsey.”
Newly-Elected Sen. Charles Perry: We're Living in Holocaust II
There’s another reason we care: name recognition. Rick Perry is famous (or infamous, depending on your politics). Charles Perry is a state senator—important, but not a household name in New York City. So when you hear “Senator Perry,” your brain autocompletes to “Rick.” It’s a cognitive shortcut. Your brain is lazy. It’s fine. We all do it.
The Final Verdict (With A Wink)
So, are they related? No. But let me offer you a conspiracy theory, just for fun. What if they are related, but they keep it secret because Rick’s “Oops” moment would stain Charles’s political career? What if they have a pact? “You stay in Lubbock, I’ll stay on Fox News, and we never mention the horse we both owned named ‘Oopsie Daisy.’” It’s a beautiful fiction, but it’s fiction.
Gov. Rick Perry visits Lubbock to support Rep. Charles Perry, talk
In reality, Charles Perry and Rick Perry are just two Texans who share a last name. No blood. No drama. No secret societies. So the next time you’re at a party and someone asks this question, you can lean in, sip your coffee, and say with authority: “Nope. Just two dudes with good branding.” And then you can change the subject to something wild, like why Texas has a state vegetable (the sweet onion) but not a state dinosaur. Because that’s also a thing. Texas, man. It never stops.
Now go forth and share this knowledge. You’re welcome.
