The Mule Rider

04/07/2026

Jimmy Stewart and Pie 🤠🐎
For 22 years, the horse other stars feared became Jimmy Stewart’s closest partner in the saddle.

In Hollywood’s golden age, every Western star had a famous horse.

But Pie was different.

He wasn’t easy.
He wasn’t gentle.
And he definitely wasn’t trusted by everyone.

Other actors struggled with him.
Some feared him.
Some stayed away completely.

But when Jimmy Stewart saw Pie, he saw something else.

Not a problem.
Not a danger.
Just a horse he liked.

And somehow, that changed everything.

While others fought to control Pie, Stewart earned his trust.

Film after film, year after year, the “dangerous” horse became calm with him.
Steady with him.
Reliable with him.

That kind of bond can’t be forced.

It has to be built.

And that’s what makes this story so beautiful.

In an industry built on performance, what Jimmy Stewart and Pie shared was real.

Not glamour.
Not myth.
Just trust.

A quiet man.
A difficult horse.
And a friendship that lasted more than two decades.

Jimmy Stewart didn’t just ride Pie.
He understood him.

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9/30/24 12pm Update: Mules and equipment are loaded, and the first big batch of supplies has been purchased and loaded as well. Thanks to so many for partnering with us so we can provide even more help!! We have two fully loaded trucks and 20' stock trailers heading to WNC for assistance!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻,
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We have been overwhelmed with the amount of support and encouragement received about our efforts to pack supplies in by mule trains to those affected by Hurricane Helene. We will continue to return messages as we can. Many have asked how they can help. We're posting a Venmo link for Mountain Mule Packers to assist with purchasing necessary supplies and fuel for these efforts. Together, we can definitely make a difference to those inaccessible and in need! Again, we'll be headed out in the morning, and will continue to reply as quickly as possible to those in need!