1972 Press Photo Rufus the reluctant lion, shown between two lionesses

Rufus the reluctant lion, shown between two lionesses, was released from a cage Friday at his Laguna Hills (Calif.) home for the first time in his 15 years. Rufus was reluctant to leave the security of his cage and meet the pride of seven lionesses widowe

Photo is dated 1972.

Photo measures 10.25 x 7.25 inches.

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