Obituary of Rex Allen

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Rex Allen

Rex Elvie Allen (born December 31, 1920 in Willcox, Arizona) was a film actor, TV actor, and singer-songwriter who was best known for his narration of many Disney nature and Western productions. Rex died on December 17, 1999 and his sudden death was because he was accidentally ran over by his caregiver. He died at age 78 just two weeks before his 79th birthday

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Rex Allen Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Allen, Rex
    • Common Name: Rex Allen
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Willcox, Arizona, United States
    • Birth Date: December 31, 1920
    • Age: 78 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Rex E. Allen, Rex Allen Sr, Cactus Rex, The Arizona Cowboy, The Voice of the West
    • Occupations:
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Franks Hot Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Rex's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Rex Elvie Allen
    • Father: Horace E. Allen
    • Mother: Luella Faye Clark
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Doris Winsor (married 1940-divorced 19??)
      • Bonnie Linder (married 1946-divorced 1973)
      • Virginia Hudson (married 1992-1999, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Rex Allen Jr. (born August 23, 1947)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Rexine Allen

Death Notice:

  • Date: December 17 1999 at age 78
  • Place: Tucson, Arizona, United States
  • Cause of Death: Accident (ran over by car)
  • Interment: Cremated and ashes were scattered at Railroad Park in Willcox

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor Singer-Songwriter American Born on December 31st Born in 1920 Born in Arizona Died in 1999 Died at age 78 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"My dad was a fiddle player. He used to play for all the dances and stuff, and I learned to play guitar when there was nobody to accompany him. And then I sang in all the church choirs and glee clubs in the school. Basically, all I ever wanted to do was try to be a singer and make a living at that. And then, went into radio and the recording field, and had a few hit records. Roy Rogers was getting ready to leave Republic Pictures and get into television, and they were looking around for another poobah in a white hat, so I got my foot in the door there." (IMDB)

"Rex Allen lived a remarkable and impactful life, leaving a lasting legacy through his contributions to music, film, and the cowboy way of life. Though his passing was a great loss, his spirit and influences continue to live on. (V)"

"Rex Allen was a renowned actor and singer, best known for his work in Western films and as the "voice of the west" in countless radio and television shows, before his untimely passing at the age of 78. (V)"

Is Mr. Rex Allen still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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