KoKo, a renowned stallion affectionately known as "The Miracle Horse of the Movies", boasted a striking white mane, white tail, and chocolate-colored chestnut coat, expertly trained by the esteemed equestrian specialist Glenn H. Randall Sr., a master trainer of the legendary Palomino Trigger, ridden by the iconic Roy Rogers.
At the age of ten, KoKo was purchased by the charismatic cowboy actor Rex Allen, who reportedly acquired the horse from Randall. Rumors circulated that KoKo was initially intended for the legendary Dale Evans, but ultimately proved too challenging for her to handle.
Regardless, KoKo formed an unbreakable bond with Rex Allen, becoming his trusted and beloved steed, and went on to perform as a trick or stunt horse, co-starring in a series of westerns made by Allen for Republic between 1950 and 1954. KoKo also shared the spotlight with Allen on the rodeo circuit and made numerous appearances in theaters, auditoriums, and other venues during the summer months.
According to Rex Allen's 1997 interview, the horse's popularity was so immense that fans frequently requested photos of KoKo, far surpassing requests for photos of himself. The stallion's offspring, KoKo Jr, was a close lookalike, but unfortunately, it failed to live up to its father's illustrious reputation.
In contrast to Trigger, who was eventually put on display at a museum, KoKo was buried on Allen's ranch near Tucson, Arizona, after his passing. Later, the horse was exhumed and reburied in Rex Allen's hometown of Willcox, Arizona. Today, Railroad Park features a statue of Rex Allen and a memorial dedicated to his beloved horse, KoKo.
