| The Official Fan Website for YOUR REX TRAILER and 'BOOMTOWN' memories! Rex Trailer- still performing and still riding. - He's just doin' what he loves to do. |
| Now, learn how he became New England's very own Cowboy ! - 20 Years on WBZ TV ch.4 ! |
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| Think You Know About Rex Trailer??? Well, here are SOME QUICK FACTS ABOUT REX TRAILER : * Rex Trailer is FAR more than the star of TV's " BOOMTOWN". * Well, first of all, Rex Trailer is a REAL COWBOY, so let's get THAT straight with you! FACTS: * He grew up on a Quarter Horse ranch in Texas. * He was a Trick Rider, Roper and master of the bull whip in the Rodeo (and later on TV). * He's a veteran of several TV Shows BEFOREand AFTER 'Boomtown' (in Boston, New York and Phillidelphia)and has appeared in several major movies. * Rex is the very first inductee to the Massachusetts Broadcaster's Hall of Fame. * A recording artist, he was inducted into the Massachusetts Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000. + He received both 'The Silver and GOLDEN Circle Awards from The Acadamy of Television Arts and Science's!!! * He has been a Professor at Boston's Emmerson College for more than 30 years, where he helped launch many broadcast careers. * He rode 'Goldrush' in several parades each year for over 35 years! * A licensed pilot, his first solo was at age 14! * He had 5,000 hrs. fixed wing time. * He's parachuted!!! He had 18 jumps. * He owned the most successful helicopter transportation co. in the nation! * He's a scuba diver! He's dived with Edward Rowe Snow, the famous New England author a New England historian who wrote many books about area Pirates, Lighthouses and ghosts in our area. A frequent guest on Boomtown, Snow, was also the "Flying Santa" to the lighthouses. * He's water skied the Charles River live on Boomtown with Pablo! * He's been 'Paul Revere' in re-enactments! One year he rode from Boston to Philadelphia to meet the Continental Congress! * His work with children's charities and love for injured animals has been life- long. Now, aside from all this,........... * He runs a professional video company,- RTV Productions * He does Old Time Radio (visit the 'NEWS' page on this site and scroll to Colonial Radio for website and more info). * He's Certified Hypnotherapist! +He's even available for private parties! How TOUGH is Rex Trailer ? Well, aside from all the stunt injuries in being a cowboy, he has: * Survived a plane crash * He's been hit broadside by an 18-wheeler and walked away from a demolished car. And oh yea, ......something else: * He's been bitten by a Rattlesnake ! You are still on page 1 of Boomtownmemories.com and look at what you've learned!!! And there's MORE inside!!! Visit our pages and find out how New England got it's very own cowboy!!! |
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| Rex performed Aug.19th at the Massachusetts Country Music Awards Association Hall of Fame Show!!! |
| Do you remember the name of Rex's horse? Check out his very own page here at Boomtown Memories! |
| Rex Trailer, a Rodeo Trick Rider, captured on home movie film riding Goldrush on the New England Raceway across from the WBZ Studios in Brighton,MA. This is one of the many surprises you'll find in the BOOMTOWN GOLD DVD . |
| Click here to order: Rex Trailer Website click here. |
| Welcome to the Rex Trailer Fan Club-Officially endorsed by Rex Trailer! This is the place to check for your latest Rex Trailer & BOOMTOWN NEWS!!! |
Rex Trailer rode into the lives of Boston "Baby Boomers" in April of 1956. His BOOMTOWN show was on WBZ TV for 20 years! Rex still lives and works in the Boston area. |
Link: DAVID PIKE IS ONE GREAT PERFORMER!!! |
| Were YOU on show? Can YOU help us out with a story of Rex or with a Photo??? |
| This website is a ' Rusty Pipes' Production |
| Video Clip : Rex visits |
Producer Michael Bavaro has put together old tapes,private films, songs and current interviews with fans, associates, cast members, local celebrities and big time stars in a DVD that will knock your boots off! This DVD was nominated for a New England Emmy!!! |
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| Do you remember when Rex Trailer saved the life of 'Ernie', the family dog? |
| Rex Trailer and Sgt. Billy Dec.9th at Cafe On The Common 677 Main Street Waltham, MA |
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| REX TRAILER RECEIVES HUMANE AWARD Rex Trailer, host of WBZ-Tv's BOOMTOWN, was honored yesterday (March 10, 1973) by the Animal Rescue League of Boston for his heroism in saving a dog's life. The League's Humane Heroism Award was presented to the children's star on his television program by Dr. Carlton Buttrick, president of the Animal Rescue League of Boston. Surprise guests of honor at the ceremony were Mary and Tom Johnson of Wayland, age 9 and 11, and their grateful dog Ernie. The 1 1/2 year old mongrel left the home of his owners, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson and their seven children, on the morning of January 10. During the commuter rush hour, he was struck by a car on Rte. 20 and suffered a broken hip. More than 150 cars passed him before Rex Trailer, who lives in Sudbury, risked his own safety to rescue the animal and take him to a veterinarian. Dr. Buttrick commended Trailer for his "truly humane action on behalf of a helpless animal". The Humane Heroism Award is presented "in recognition of an act of heroic kindness contributing to the safety, health and well-being of a member of the animal kingdom. Taking part in the presentations are (l to r) Dr. Buttrick, Trailer, David and Mary Johnson. Seated on floor are Tom, John, Ernie, Ben and Ann Johnson. |