#24: Gene Autry

Gene Autry, the ultimate singing cowboy, won over audiences across radio, television, and film. His smooth voice and easy charm made him a Western icon. Beyond the saddle, he succeeded in music, writing holiday classics like Here Comes Santa Claus and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

His contributions to entertainment earned him a unique honor—five stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, one in each category. Whether strumming a guitar or riding the open range, Autry defined the golden age of Westerns.