A major piece of movie memorabilia from the 1980 John Travolta film "Urban Cowboy" has found a home at a new club in Woodbury, the Woodbury Patch reports. The mechanical bull -- which was one of the centerpieces of "Urban Cowboy" -- has been acquired by Cowboy Jacks.

Where is the mechanical bull from Urban Cowboy?

The mechanical bull John Travolta and Debra Winger rode in the 1980 film “Urban Cowboy” is now a centerpiece at the new Cowboy Jack's in Woodbury, Minn., according to a report in the Oakdale Patch.

Did John Travolta really ride the mechanical bull in Urban Cowboy?

John Travolta had a mechanical bull installed in his house two months before production began. He became so good that he was allowed to dismiss the stunt double and do the takes himself.

Did Debra Winger really ride the bull?

Winger's mid-film mechanical bull ride likely made her a star, but just as notable as her swinging her hips atop the bull is the look of pure satisfaction on her face.

Where is Bud from in Urban Cowboy?

Synopsis. Bud Davis (John Travolta) moves to Houston for a job in the city's oil refinery industry. He hopes to save enough money to move back to his hometown of Spur, Texas and buy some land.

Urban Cowboy (4/9) Movie CLIP - Sissy Rides the Bull (1980) HD

Are Bud and Sissy still together?

After a fight, Bud suddenly asks Sissy if she wants to marry him, and they are married in Gilley's.

Is Gilley's in Houston still open?

Welcome to Gilley's

Though the club is no longer in operation there are three other Gilley's, in Las Vegas Nevada, Dallas Texas and Durant Oklahoma. The club was a phenomenon back in the day and spawned a movie called the Urban Cowboy featuring John Travolta and Debra Winger.

How old was John Travolta when he made Urban Cowboy?

In the summer of 1979, the Houston news and gossip circles were dominated by the presence of one John Travolta, who lived in the city while filming Urban Cowboy in nearby Pasadena. It was only the fourth leading role for the 25-year-old actor, but he was already arguably the world's biggest movie star.

What bull rider broke his leg?

jb mooney bullrider | TikTok. Oh, no. Folks, listen to me. JB Mooney has broken his leg.

Which bull rider broke his neck?

Cowboy J.B. Mauney, a two-time world champion rodeo rider, is retiring at age 36 after breaking his neck in a terrifying accident while riding a bull during the PRCA ProRodeo in Lewiston, Idaho.

What bar was Urban Cowboy filmed in?

Yes, the movie was filmed in the Houston area, much of it at Gilley's, a honky-tonk that had room for 6,000 people — and one very popular mechanical bull. The entrance to the original Gilley's nightclub in Pasadena. It was named after co-owner and country music star Mickey Gilley.

Where was the trailer park in Urban Cowboy?

Scenes from Bud and Sissy's trailer home in “Urban Cowboy,” released in 1979, were shot at a Pico Rivera trailer park. A scene from the 1988 movie “Tequila Sunrise,” starring Mel Gibson, was shot in a riverbed in Pico Rivera. And a scene from “Collateral” in 2004 was shot in Pico Rivera.

Was Urban Cowboy based on a true story?

The original Esquire article centered on the romance between two Gilley's regulars named Dew Westbrook and Betty Helmer. Westbrook and Helmer's real-life relationship became the inspiration for the on-screen romance between John Travolta's and Debra Winger's characters "Bud" and "Sissy".

Where is the mechanical bull now?

Ozzy the bull's new home at New Street has been made possible by Network Rail and the West Midlands Combined Authority. Both organisations worked together with the Birmingham 2022 Games organisers to secure the future of the iconic artwork, when it was removed from public display last September.

What happened to Gilley's bar?

Gilley won the court case, and Cryer was ordered to pay Gilley $17 million. The dispute permanently closed Gilley's, ending an 18-year run that saw country music become mainstream in large part due to the club's widespread fame. On July 5, 1990, a fire quickly spread throughout the main building, destroying the club.

What year was the Ford truck in Urban Cowboy?

URBAN COWBOY | Bud's Ford F-250

The white Texas BUD License Plate is produced as seen in the back window of the black 1978 Ford F-250 driven by Bud Davis (played by John Travolta) in the 1980 romantic Western film directed by James Bridges, Urban Cowboy.

What famous bull rider was killed by a bull?

That awful moment during the 1989 Cheyenne Frontier Days Finals when Takin' Care of Business tossed bull rider Lane Frost into the air, then hit him in the ribs with a horn that killed the rodeo star, is still keenly felt by the doctor who treated him.

Who was the 14 year old bull rider that died?

A 14-year-old boy was killed in a bull-riding accident at a North Carolina rodeo. On Saturday, the teen bull rider died after he was thrown from a bull at the Rafter K. Rodeo Winter Series in King, North Carolina, a county emergency management director told the Winston-Salem Journal.

What is bull rider in jail for?

He is in the county jail on a $2 million bail for charges related to rape, oral copulation by force or fear and penetration by foreign object by means of force or fear. A world-renowned professional bull rider accused of rape is expected to make a court appearance Thursday.

When did John Travolta wear a wig?

There's always been something a little ... off about John Travolta's do – and now we know why! It turns out the Grease superstar has been wearing a wig since the early 2000s, and over those years Travolta has turned out some truly interesting toupees.

Who auditioned for Urban Cowboy?

Michelle Pfeiffer auditioned for the part of Sissy before it went to Debra Winger, becoming her first starring role. Patsy Swayze, actor Patrick Swayze's mother, taught Travolta how to dance the Texas two-step for the movie.

Did they ever rebuild Gilleys?

But the mechanical bull tells visitors they're in the new version of Gilley's, the rowdy honky-tonk made famous by John Travolta's 1980 movie "Urban Cowboy" -- the saloon that made country cool. "People have never forgotten about Gilley's," said Doug Keller, the new club's general manager.

What caused Gilley's to burn down?

The hype ruined the club for Gilley's regulars and started a rift between Cryer and Gilley. The club closed after the two broke up their partnership and an arson fire later destroyed the huge structure in 1989.

Who preached Mickey Gilley funeral?

The memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Gilley's cousin and fellow music artist, Reverend Jimmy Swaggart, will be delivering the message at the service.