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Gene Autry (musician and actor)

Gene Autry was a renowned American singer, actor, and rancher, known as "The Singing Cowboy." Rising to fame in the mid-20th century, he brought country music and Western films into mainstream entertainment. Autry's warm voice and charismatic persona made him a beloved figure in both music and movies, often portraying heroic cowboy characters. Beyond entertainment, he was also a successful businessman and philanthropist, founding the original Golden West Radio and owning baseball teams. His contributions helped popularize Western culture and country music, leaving a lasting legacy in American pop culture.