grew old living in a masked-man’s hell.

But, way before the cowboy hat,

he was a circus acrobat.

He modeled and did Air Force time,

then came the role that proved divine.

Young Jack Moore, name changed to Clayton,

got the break he’d been awaitin’.

First western made for t.v.

became a hit on ABC.

Silver horse and Silverheels

suddenly were great big deals.

He did five seasons of “Hi Ho,”

and then was told he had to go.

He would tour venues, always masked,

and did not cease when he was asked.

He was Lone Ranger to the masses,

cowboy duds and dark sunglasses.

Embroiled in a five-year suit,

fought hard once he got the boot.

And, finally, there was his name

on Hollywood’s great Walk of Fame.

He had four wives, but now he’s gone,

his ranch is found in Forest Lawn.