# Tom mix
Timothy Rawles
The Tom Mix memorial in Florence marks the legendary star’s final ride into the sunset
He did for the silent Hollywood western what Elvis did for rock and roll and was just as revered for his talents. His name was Tom Mix, a traveling rodeo showman who entered Tinseltown when it was still called ‘Hollywoodland.’
Florence, AZ2022-05-18
Arizona Timeless Tourist
Famous movie star Tom Mix Memorial in Arizona
In October 1940 cowboy - movie star Tom Mix dies in car wreck.
Florence, AZ2022-05-09
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