The horse’s name was Golden Cloud before Roy Rogers renamed him Trigger. In The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), he was the palomino horse ridden by Maid Marian, played by Olivia de Havilland.

Quick scoop

  • Before Roy Rogers: Golden Cloud.
  • After Roy Rogers bought him: Trigger.
  • First film appearance: The Adventures of Robin Hood.

Why it matters

That horse became one of Hollywood’s best-known animal stars, moving from a supporting role in a classic adventure film to Roy Rogers’ famous screen partner.