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 CHIPPEN
GOLD –
"Chip"
Chippen Gold (‘Chip’) is an 18-year-old registered Appaloosa gelding.
Chip’s entry into Hollywood is reminiscent of Lana Turner’s. Plucked from
obscurity, or a Kansas pasture, Chip makes his acting debut in Trail End.
Holding his own with acting legend Barry Corbin, Chip’s charismatic
personality shines through on the big screen. He easily won over the cast,
crew and all eight-year-olds. With his palomino colored coat, white blanket
and striking blue eyes, Chip could easily make a career for himself in
Hollywood.
But life is humble for this cow pony. Born and raised on owner Tony Nix’
cattle ranch in Hugoton, Kansas, Chip grew up as a working ranch horse.
Helping Tony and the neighbors gather cattle and occasionally winning belt
buckles for team roping had been Chip’s day job. Nowadays, Chip still helps
out with the cattle and leads Tony’s grandkids around the pasture. But
don’t be mislead, this ol’ boy is still quite spry. Tony points out that
Chip sometimes bucks. “He’ll take a spanking if he thinks he deserves it,
but if he doesn’t… he will buck.” And Tony should know Chip’s little
quirks. Tony, who also performs structural alignment for horses, bred and
trained Chip.
So what’s life like after starring in a movie? Chip’s back in pasture
running with his mama and playfully opening every gate on the ranch. Acting
was just another job for Chip. When offered a carrot on set, Chip refused
it. No need to get a big head now.
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