Texas Roadhouse (NASDAQ: TXRH) director Kathleen Widmer retires from board

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Texas Roadhouse, Inc. announced that long-time director Kathleen M. Widmer has retired from its Board of Directors, effective immediately on February 11, 2026. She is stepping down to focus on launching a new business venture.

The company states that her decision did not result from any disagreement with Texas Roadhouse on its operations, policies, or practices. She served on the Board for nearly 13 years, and the company expresses appreciation for the significant value she contributed during her tenure.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2026

TEXAS ROADHOUSE, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		000-50972		20-1083890
(State or other jurisdiction		(Commission		(IRS Employer
of incorporation)		File Number)		Identification No.)

6040 Dutchmans Lane, Louisville, KY		40205
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code    (502) 426-9984

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each Class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share	TXRH	Nasdaq Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company               ¨

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.              ¨

ITEM 5.02.  DEPARTURE OF DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS: ELECTION OF DIRECTORS: APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS: COMPENSATORY ARRANGEMENTS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS. 

(b)       On February 11, 2026, Kathleen M. Widmer notified the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Texas Roadhouse, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), of her decision to retire from the Board, effective immediately, in order to focus on the launch of her new business venture. Ms. Widmer’s decision was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. The Company thanks Kathy for her nearly 13 years of service on the Board and the tremendous value that she has brought to the Company during her tenure.

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SIGNATURE 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	TEXAS ROADHOUSE, INC.
Date: February 13, 2026	By:	/s/ Gerald L. Morgan
		Gerald L. Morgan
		Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice Chairman

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FAQ

What board change did Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) disclose in this 8-K?

Texas Roadhouse disclosed that director Kathleen M. Widmer retired from its Board of Directors, effective February 11, 2026. She is leaving after nearly 13 years of service to focus on launching a new business venture.

Did Kathleen M. Widmer resign from Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) due to a disagreement?

No. The company states that Kathleen M. Widmer’s decision to retire from the Board was not the result of any disagreement with Texas Roadhouse regarding its operations, policies, or practices. The filing emphasizes an amicable departure.

When did Kathleen M. Widmer’s retirement from the Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) board become effective?

Her retirement from the Texas Roadhouse Board of Directors became effective immediately on February 11, 2026. This date is identified in the report as the earliest event reported and marks the official change in board composition.

How long did Kathleen M. Widmer serve on the Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) board?

She served on the Texas Roadhouse Board of Directors for nearly 13 years. The company acknowledges this lengthy tenure in the filing and thanks her for the tremendous value and contributions she provided during that time.

Why is Kathleen M. Widmer leaving the Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) board?

She is retiring from the Texas Roadhouse Board of Directors to focus on the launch of her new business venture. The filing presents this as her stated reason, while affirming there was no disagreement with the company.

Who signed the Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) 8-K reporting the director retirement?

The report was signed on behalf of Texas Roadhouse by Gerald L. Morgan, who is identified as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice Chairman. His signature confirms the company’s authorization of the 8-K disclosure.

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