When Roy Rogers was alive and well, he was a cultural icon. He has a museum dedicated to his life and work, which attracted more than 220,000 visitors per year at its peak. This time around, however, the hype has faded away. What happened, and why did Rogers’ son allow it to happen, is a question that must be answered.
Movie Legend
Rogers, admittedly, has earned his place in cinematic history. And, given his newfound fame, you can bet his Branson, Missouri, the museum will be a major draw. However, Rogers was less well-known. He was born Leonard Slye in 1911, just a few short years before the Great Depression struck the United States. As a child, the future star was taught to ride the family horse and square dance and yodel by experts. These skills came in handy when the film industry took notice of him.