A rodeo performer is someone who participates in a rodeo, a competitive event that originated in the United States and is now popular around the world. The three main roles of a rodeo performer are LASSOER, CLOWN, and roper. A LASSOER is someone who uses a lasso to capture animals or objects. A CLOWN is someone who entertains the audience with jokes and stunts. A roper is someone who uses a lasso to capture animals or objects while riding a horse.