Tex Ritter

Tex Ritter

Deceased · Born: Jan 12, 1905 · Died: Jan 2, 1974

Personal Details

BornJan 12, 1905 Murvaul, Texas, USA
Relatives
  • Tyler Ritter (Grandchild)
  • Carly Ritter (Grandchild)
  • Stella Ritter (Grandchild)
  • Jason Ritter (Grandchild)

Biography

Tex Ritter, a renowned actor, was born on January 12th, 1905, in the picturesque town of Murvaul, Texas, United States of America. He spent his formative years in this charming region, which would later serve as the backdrop for many of his future endeavors.

As a thespian, Tex Ritter was particularly known for his captivating performances in a variety of films, including the 1936 western "Song of the Gringo", the 1952 classic "High Noon", and the 1999 sports drama "Varsity Blues". His impressive repertoire showcased his versatility as an actor, effortlessly transitioning between genres and eras.

In his personal life, Tex Ritter was married to the lovely Dorothy Fay, a union that brought joy and companionship to his life. Together, they shared a deep love and commitment to one another, a testament to the power of enduring relationships.

Tragically, Tex Ritter's life was cut short when he passed away on January 2nd, 1974, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America. Despite his untimely departure, his legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day, a lasting tribute to his remarkable talent and contributions to the world of entertainment.

Career

1976
Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch
Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch as (archive footage)
1972
The Marshal of Windy Hollow
The Marshal of Windy Hollow as Windy Hollow Mayor
1967
What Am I Bid?
What Am I Bid? as Tex Ritter
1966
Girl from Tobacco Row
Girl from Tobacco Row as Reverend E.F. Bolton
1955
Apache Ambush
Apache Ambush as Traeger
1953
The Marshal's Daughter
The Marshal's Daughter as Background Singer (singing voice)
1950
Holiday Rhythm
Holiday Rhythm as Tex Ritter
1945
Flaming Bullets
Flaming Bullets as Tex Haines
Enemy of the Law
Enemy of the Law as Tex Haines
Marked for Murder
Marked for Murder as Tex Haines
1944
Cowboy Canteen
Cowboy Canteen as Tex Coulter
Dead or Alive
Dead or Alive as Tex Haines aka Idaho Kid
Marshal of Gunsmoke
Marshal of Gunsmoke as Marshal Ward Bailey
Oklahoma Raiders
Oklahoma Raiders as Steve Nolan
Cheyenne Roundup
Cheyenne Roundup as Steve Rawlins
Arizona Trail
Arizona Trail as Johnny Trent
The Lone Star Trail
The Lone Star Trail as Fargo Steele
Frontier Badmen
Frontier Badmen as Jerry Kimball - Cattle Buyer
1942
The Devil's Trail
The Devil's Trail as Marshal Tex Martin
The Old Chisholm Trail
The Old Chisholm Trail as Montana Smith
Prairie Gunsmoke
Prairie Gunsmoke as Tex Terrell
Bullets for Bandits
Bullets for Bandits as Sheriff Tex Martin
Little Joe, the Wrangler
Little Joe, the Wrangler as Sheriff Bob Brewster
Vengeance of the West
Vengeance of the West as Marshal Captain Lake
1941
The Pioneers
The Pioneers as Tex Ritter
King of Dodge City
King of Dodge City as Tex Rawlings
Roaring Frontiers
Roaring Frontiers as Tex Martin (Tex Rawlings in credits)
1940
The Cowboy from Sundown
The Cowboy from Sundown as Sheriff Tex Rockett
Roll Wagons Roll
Roll Wagons Roll as Tex Masters
Rainbow Over the Range
Rainbow Over the Range as Marshal Tex Reed
The Golden Trail
The Golden Trail as Tex Roberts
1939
Rollin' Westward
Rollin' Westward as Tex Ramsey
Westbound Stage
Westbound Stage as Tex Wallace
Man from Texas
Man from Texas as Tex Allen
Riders of the Frontier
Riders of the Frontier as Tex Lowry posing as Ed Carter
1938
Frontier Town
Frontier Town as Tex Lansing, alias Tex Rawlins
Utah Trail
Utah Trail as Tex Stewart, posing as the Pecos Kid
Rollin' Plains
Rollin' Plains as Tex Lawrence
1937
Arizona Days
Arizona Days as Tex Malinson
Trouble in Texas
Trouble in Texas as Tex Masters
Hittin' the Trail
Hittin' the Trail as Tex Randall