Life & Style On this day in history, January 30, 1933, 'The Lone Ranger' debuts, trotting into American cultural lore Champion of justice “The Lone Ranger” and trusty steed Silver rode across the Wild West and into American lore for the first time on this day in history, Jan. 30, 1933. Lone Ranger was soon joined by Native American sidekick Tonto to January 30, 2024