He Played Tonto, Now the Truth of Jay Silverheels Comes to Light

He Played Tonto, Now the Truth of Jay Silverheels Comes to Light
Every week in the nineteen fifties, people across America would sit down in their living rooms, ready for a wild adventure. And the catchphrase: "Hao Silver, and away!" was like the signal to settle in, grab your popcorn, and get ready for another episode of the Lone Ranger.
But, here’s the thing-not everyone was tuning in just for the Lone Ranger himself. A lot of folks were actually more excited to see his sidekick, Tonto.
Tonto was played by Jay Silverheels. Now, Jay wasn’t just any actor. He was the one who made Tonto such a memorable character. But Jay’s life wasn’t just about Hollywood. Off-screen, he had a lot going on too. There were ups and downs, and now we’re learning more about his real story. So, what have we discovered about him? Join us as we discuss this and more.