Foreground, bottom right: The collection of rocks and gemstones that Julie Rogers Pomilia writes about Your Heroes, My Grandparents is part of the Happy Trails exhibit that is now on display at the Hollywood Museum. In her book, Julie shares a poignant story about how she formed a special bond with her grandfather, Roy Rogers, upon learning that he shared her interest in gemstones
Julie Rogers Pomilia on the legacy of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans
Original Airdates: Jan. 24-27, 2025
TVC 675.1: Ed welcomes back Julie Rogers Pomilia, granddaughter of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans and the author of Your Heroes, My Grandparents: A Granddaughter’s Love, the storybook tale of a little girl who just happened to have two famous relatives and who cherished every moment that she spent with them. Julie also worked very closely with Steve Nycklemoe, director of operations for The Hollywood Museum, in putting together the Happy Trails exhibit, honoring the life and legacy of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, that is currently on display at the Museum. In this segment, Julie shares memories of hunting and skeet shooting with her grandfather, discusses why family was always important to Roy and Dale, and why Roy always took his responsibility to his fans very seriously.
Why Roy Rogers was the original Rhinestone Cowboy
Original Airdates: Jan. 24-27, 2025
TVC 675.2: Julie Rogers Pomilia, granddaughter of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans and the author of Your Heroes, My Grandparents: A Granddaughter’s Love, talks to Ed about how why Roy Rogers and Dale Evans came to adorn their costumes with rhinestones; Dale’s prolific writing career, which included thirty songs and many songs (including “Happy Trails” and “The Bible Tells Me So”); and why Roy and Dale didn’t always comprehend the impact of their lives and career on the public at large.
The Happy Trails exhibit at The Hollywood Museum features a host of never before seen personal items from the Roy Rogers collection, including an impressive array of vivid color movie posters, personal furniture made for Roy and Dale by actor George Montgomery, plus vintage photos, collectibles, costumes, merchandise, and more. For tickets and more information, go to TheHollywoodMuseum.com.
