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Duncan Renaldo papers, 1924-1980
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Renaldo, Duncan.
- Title
- Duncan Renaldo papers
- Dates
- 1924-1980 (inclusive)19241980
- Quantity
- 43.5 cubic feet (91 boxes) and film and artifacts.
- Collection Number
- 05189
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Renaldo (1904-1980) was an actor noted for his most popular role as the "Cisco Kid," whom he played in twelve films and in 156 television episodes. He was orphaned at an early age and raised by relatives in Europe. Renaldo began his acting career in the United States in the 1920s on stage and in silent movies. Because of Renaldo's own uncertainty surrounding the facts of his birth and nationality, he became involved in a trial in 1931 relating to his legal status and citizenship. He was later charged with making false statements on his passport and served eighteen months in prison. Renaldo was formally pardoned by President Roosevelt and released in 1936.
Renaldo managed to regain status as an actor and was cast in several films including "For Whom the Bell Tolls" in 1941. In 1946 he was offered the film role of the "Cisco Kid" and went on to play the role on radio and television.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection contains some personal materials but mainly materials relating to Renaldo's acting and his portrayal of the "Cisco Kid" and "Cisco Kid" memorabilia. There is fan mail, personal and general correspondence with some relating to the Screen Writers' and Screen Actors Guilds. There are some legal papers relating to his first divorce and his citizenship. Screenplays for motion pictures including "For Whom the Bell Tolls" are included along with "Cisco Kid" scripts for radio and television.
There is a large amount of "Cisco Kid" publicity materials including promotional kits, posters, memorabilia, and Renaldo personal appearances files containing correspondence, photographs, contracts and newspaper clippings. There are numerous artifacts including costumes and a handcrafted saddle, bridle and breast collar. Also included is a 16mm color film (along with film negative), "Mission to America," a documentary on California Spanish missions Renaldo made in 1941.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Subordinate Component # 1Return to Top
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Citizenship.
- Heroes in motion pictures.
- Missions -- California.
- Motion picture acting.
- Motion pictures -- United States.
- Radio programs -- United States.
- Television actors and actresses.
- Television programs -- United States.
- Television scripts.
- Western films -- United States.
Corporate Names
- Screen Actors Guild.
- Screen Writers' Guild.
Form or Genre Terms
- Artifacts.
- Memorabilia.
- Motion pictures.
- Photographs.
- Scripts.
Occupations
- Actors.
