When the famous "Hollywood" sign fell into disrepair in 1978, various entertainers agreed to buy a letter for $27,777.77. Gene bought the first "L."

Watch a Gene Autry Video Clip

Texas Sandman
Gene Autry's Melody Ranch Radio Show
(August 24, 1947)

Singing Cowboy Gene Autry sings the Western favorite "Texas Sandman" from Gene Autry's Melody Ranch radio show August 24, 1947.

Composed by Doris Fisher and Allan Roberts
Published by Roberts Allan Music Co. and Universal Music Co.

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