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Leo the MGM Lion: Hollywood’s Roaring Icon?

You’ve seen him roar—the iconic Leo, MGM’s fabled Lion. Yet, his tale remains mostly untold. From Hollywood’s hushed beginnings, through its golden era and beyond, meet the eight Leos who’ve taken turns roaring into our hearts.

A painting of Hollywood star Tom Mix. Before there was Clint Eastwood, John Wayne or even Gene Autry, there was another screen legend who epitomized the American West: Tom Mix, the original “King of Cowboys.” (© Odd Feed)

Amazing Tom Mix: The Original Hollywood Cowboy

BY Matthew Kerslake

Before there was Clint Eastwood, John Wayne or even Gene Autry, there was another screen legend who epitomized the American West: Tom Mix, the original “King of Cowboys.” This is the story of the man behind the legend.