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Roy Rogers, also known as the King of the Cowboys, was an American singer, actor, and television host who became one of the most famous and popular Western stars of his era. He appeared in almost 90 motion pictures and hosted his own self-titled television series, often performing alongside his wife, Dale Evans, and his famous Golden Palomino, Trigger.
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About the Roy Rogers
Roy Rogers (born Leonard Franklin Slye; November 5, 1911 – July 6, 1998), nicknamed the King of the Cowboys, was an American singer, actor, television host, freemason and rodeo performer.
Following early work under his given name, first as a co-founder of the Sons of the Pioneers and then as an actor, the rebranded Rogers then became one of the most famous and popular Western stars of his era.
He appeared in almost 90 motion pictures, as well as numerous episodes of his self-titled radio program that lasted for nine years. Between 1951 and 1957, he hosted The Roy Rogers Show television series. In many of them, he appeared with his wife, Dale Evans; his Golden Palomino, Trigger; and his German Shepherd, Bullet. Rogers is also best remembered for his signature song “Happy Trails”.
His early roles were uncredited parts in films by fellow singing cowboy Gene Autry. His productions usually featured a sidekick, often either Pat Brady, Andy Devine, George “Gabby” Hayes, or Smiley Burnette.
Rogers was the only country singer to be inducted twice into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Alongside Bob Hope, Mickey Rooney, and Tony Martin, he’s the recipient of four stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; the latter of which was honored with the band mentioned above.
In his later years, he lent his name to the franchise chain of Roy Rogers Restaurants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Roy Rogers was an American singer, actor, television host, freemason, and rodeo performer who was known as the ‘King of the Cowboys’. He appeared in almost 90 motion pictures and hosted his own television series, ‘The Roy Rogers Show’.
Roy Rogers’ real name was Leonard Franklin Slye. He adopted the stage name ‘Roy Rogers’ after rebranding himself early in his career.
Roy Rogers often appeared on screen with his wife, Dale Evans, his Golden Palomino horse, Trigger, and his German Shepherd, Bullet. He also had a number of sidekicks, such as Pat Brady, Andy Devine, George ‘Gabby’ Hayes, and Smiley Burnette.
Alongside Bob Hope, Mickey Rooney, and Tony Martin, Roy Rogers is the recipient of four stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Roy Rogers is best remembered for his signature song, ‘Happy Trails’.
In his later years, Roy Rogers lent his name to the franchise chain of Roy Rogers Restaurants.
Roy Rogers was the only country singer to be inducted twice into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
11 Quotes by Roy Rogers
- 1.
People are always asking me why they don’t make Westerns like they used to.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 2.
Until we meet again, may the good Lord take a liking to you.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 3.
I’m an introvert at heart… And show business – even though I’ve loved it so much – has always been hard for me.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 4.
You couldn’t beg, borrow, or steal a job in 1931, 1932… it was really tough.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 5.
Today they’re making pictures that I wouldn’t want Trigger to see.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 6.
We were so far back in the woods, they almost had to pipe in sunlight.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 7.
I was raised on a little farm about 12 miles out of Portsmouth, Ohio.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 8.
The station put us on staff at $35 a week… and I mean every week.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 9.
I did pretty good for a guy who never finished high school and used to yodel at square dances.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 10.
What’s a butterfly garden without butterflies?
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)
- 11.
The world changed. Hollywood changed. I think we’ve lost something, and we don’t know how to get it back.
Roy RogersAmerican actor and singer (1911-1998)