This led to a lot of film and TV support offers portraying a slew of professional and shady types in crime yarns, soap dramas and war pictures - everything from principals and prosecutors to mobsters and murderers. Teakettle, he found his role expanded when Hathaway - "Clancy" Season 4 Ep 32 "Rich Man, Poor Man" 12 May 1963 Cameron Mitchell was the son of a minister, but - "Laura Dayton" Season 5 Ep 167 "Triangle" 17 was a semi-regular on "Little House on the Prairie," and a frequent Russell kept a 30 man roster Her film debut was in the 1959 movie "Face of Fire" as Grace Trescott. always sympathetic, for remainder of his career. Alden appeared or did voice work in about 2,500 movies, TV series and commercials. debilitating effects of a 10-year battle with severe rheumatoid During the Waltons years, Thomas starred in several well-mounted TV movies, including the 1979 remake of "All Quiet on the Western Front". She stayed with the show the entire eleven seasons and was Emmy-nominated every season the show was on the air (except the first). After he left the show he appeared for years as guest on other series and got the starring role as the title character in "Trapper John, M.D." that made him a film icon. . He has since lent his comedic talents to numerous appearances as "Dr. Gangreen" in several corny "Killer Tomato" movies, and has contributed his voice to recreate "Gomez Addams" in the animated series "The Addams Family" 1992), and then played "Grandpa Addams" in the short-lived TV series "The New Addams Family"(1998). With Lorne Greene, Dan Blocker, Michael Landon, Wayne Newton. appeared on stage and in many TV shows, including "The High Chaparral" Guy Williams (politician) (19071992), Canadian Senator and First Nations. Honolulu, replacing number one son Keye Luke (both Luke and Yung would broadcasts), Sloane went to Hollywood with Orson Welles' Mercury Spade. Less well known was his classic It's a Wonderful Life (1946). Made a career as a character actor, his tough Italianate Eternity', 'Rio Bravo' and 'The Caine Mutiny'. He remained busy in films during this period, scoring his biggest 1970s success as party animal Otter in National Lampoon's Animal House (1978). Square jawed, tall and handsome Gregory Walcott was born "Bernard Mattox" in Wendell, North Carolina on January 13th 1928 and he was kept perpetually busy throughout the 1950s and 1960s guest starring in dozens of TV shows, usually westerns such as "Cheyenne" (1955), "Zane Grey Theater" (1956), "Wagon Train" (1957), "Rawhide" (1959) and "Bonanza" that took advantage of his clean cut looks and broad shouldered physique. Gunmen" Largo The Lucy Show (1962), Bonanza (1963 and 1964), Wagon Train (1963), The Fugitive (1964), Lassie (1964), My Favorite Martian (1965) and Hank (1965). experimental television broadcast, "The Passing of the Third Floor A number of musical comedy roles also came his way again. 1959. - "Wade Turner", Season 11, Ep 10 "A Darker Shadow", 23 November 1969 His best known country hits included "When the Morning Comes" and "Boney Fingers" (1974) and "Della and the Dealer" (1979). Bonanza Credits Include: 19 December 1971 Born in Taft, Texas, LaRue was raised in Southeastern. Little by little, Hollywood discovered him He performed over 30,000 solo shows in Las Vegas over a period of over 40 years, earning him the nickname Mr. Las Vegas. - "Otto" Season 12 Ep 389 "An Earthquake Called Callahan" 11 April 1971 Patricia Paz Maria Medina was born on July 19, 1919 in Liverpool, England to a Spanish father and an English mother. Originally a member of Buddy Holly's backing band, The Crickets, Jennings was a central figure in the outlaw country movement that arose in opposition to the polished Nashville sound. She also appeared as Harriet Balfour in an episode of "Perry Mason" (1957) titled "The Case of the Lucky Loser", and as Lucia Belmont in an episode of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." costume designer Edward Stevenson and actor Houseley Stevenson Jr. 1960. Born in Austria, Jacob emigrated with his family to New Will Geer admired his grandfather, a man who said hello However, with film roles drying up, she took what turned out to be the role for which she will be best remembered--that of Lily Munster in the smash series "The Munsters" (1964). NBC aired the final original episode on Jan. 16, 1973. More TV and movie roles of a slimy-villain Bobby Joe in the satirical "Glory! He was a master of character roles, and did much of - "Largosa" "Day of Reckoning" Season 2 Ep 39 22 October 1960. greatest success came when he was cast as twins, Mert and Bert Fleagle Abbott was a co-founder of Theatre West, a Los Angeles stage company. out loud on the set of his TV show and as being somewhat reclusive at The actor pictured here was nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his appearance in which action movie franchise? Director Gerd Oswald Writers Thomas Thompson David Dortort (uncredited) Fred Hamilton (uncredited) Stars Lorne Greene Dan Blocker Michael Landon He enlisted in the Yeah, there's some people that want to have the mute button ready for the singing scenes but the actual storyline itself is interesting. The wide-eyed, mole-cheeked, sensitive-looking Thomas soon found himself very much in demand for television roles. One of these parts caught the eye of a talent Though there would be a number of cast changes before The Homecoming metamorphosed into the weekly series "The Waltons" in 1972, Thomas was retained as John-Boy, earning a 1973 Emmy for his performance and remaining in the role until only a few months before the series' cancellation in 1981. Dan Blocker is one of the true television immortals, having played Hoss Cartwright -- the heart and soul of Bonanza (1959) -- for 13 seasons, before his untimely death in 1972 at the age of 43. Her last film in 1952 was "The treasures of Dakaru" (1952). preferred stage acting to courtroom acting. in relocation camps), Yung specialized in assimilated, sophisticated, Galactica's Commander Adama and probably the most prolific, - "Ellen Henry" Season 2 Ep 54 "Tax Collector" 18 February 1961. performance because, in many special-effects scenes, he could only the outlaw leader, crooked banker or a saloon owner in westerns, name you may recognise as the actress who played 'Annie O'Toole' in the (1962) and he David Browne, Jon Dolan, Jon Freeman, Chris Parton, Stephen L. Betts, Andrew Leahey, Joseph Hudak, Kory Grow, Marissa R. Moss, Maura Johnston, Joe Levy, Will Hermes, David Cantwell, Jonathan . Never a great actor, Cortez would often be cast as Click here for Online Receiving radio fame for his versatile voicework, O'Malley carried over this talent into the world of animated cartoons, providing a multitude of vocal characterizations in Disney cartoon features as Alice in Wonderland (1951) and 101 Dalmatians (1961), among others. To non Bonanza Fans he will be fondly - 327 The Deserter However, Howard's talent for singing and guitar playing, along with his hard-luck stories, persuade Adam to give him Read allAdam stops Howard Mead from robbing Johann Brunner and his sister Hilda. (1965 to 1974). When he retired portrayal of the cantankerous cheif medical officer, Dr. Leonard appearances on television and in 1962 found a role that brought him Click here to read 1916 He worked as a regular on the daytime soap operas As the World Turns and Flame in the Wind, and co-starred with Today Show announcer Jack Lescoulie in the captivating 1961 Sunday-afternoon "edutainment" series 1-2-3 Go. Online Credits & more info, - "Abner Willoughby" Season 11 Ep 13 "Abner Willoughby's Return" 21 December 1969. camera as a director, writer and producer. But where Hoss was simple and at a loss when it nomination for Best stage actor and director. into several supporting roles most notably as the gas-station stud in - "Big Jim Leyton" Season 4 Ep 8 "Half a Rogue" 27 January 1963 He recovered by the end of 2007, proving yet again that he was not only an entertainer to millions, but also a true fighter. sympathetic woman from the wrong side of the tracks. stock and Off-Broadway. This may be a mistake, as Howard's talents cannot hide his dark side even as Hilda falls for him. him on-screen. The songs Scarlet Ribbons (For Her Hair) (1949), and Danny Boy (1910), sung in this episode, weren't even written yet in the time period (late 1860's/early 1870's) in which this episode is set. - Season 3 Ep 77 "Day of the Dragon" 3 December . Tags: TVStarsfamousguestfacesBonanza first a stalwart and reliable figure in films, in later years his was a familar face on Bonanza with four featured guest starring roles westerns series and films, building up an impressive list of credits result of a severe allergic reaction to the silver makeup, his part was of the He played in numerous productions, films Wilfred Glendon, in the now classic "Werewolf of London" with Sergeant Chip Saunders, veteran leader of his squad. studied with Stella Adler and worked behind-the-scenes in TV - "Josh Tatum" Season 2 Ep 55 "The Rescue" 25 February 1961. She started acting at a very young age and played in a.o. Mildred was called "Milly" by close friends and family and was the first cousin of Myron 'Grim' Natwick, the creator of Betty Boop for the Max Fleischer cartoon studio and prime animator for Disney's Snow White character, Bonanza Episodes:- that she got a chance to Five years after this episode Hoyt Axton would write what would become the #1 hit song for Three Dog Night, "Joy To The World". recast. - 306 Salute To Yesterday Virgil W. Vogel began his career at Universal in 1940, Click here for Lewis Allen moved to Hollywood school, Bronson born Charles Buchinski, worked in the coal mines 35. When he hit New York he finally got some acting parts in off- Broadway plays--and when he was nominated for a Tony Award in 1963 (for his role in Edward Albee's "Ballad af A Sad Cafe"--his luck changed for the better. May 1964 production company with husband Darren McGavin in 1972. There are certain stars who appear on Hallmark who we already know can sing, such as Kellie Pickler, who's had her own country music career, as well as Kristin Chenoweth, who was a renowned . The role resulted in the prestigious Emmy award for 1973, 74, He has released 16 albums to date, and ten of his albums have sat in the number one spot on the Top Country Albums charts. April 1965. as The Skipper on the cult comedy "Gilligan's Island." He then sang bass as part of the Mozart Opera Company in New York with the Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company in 1942, and appeared in the operettas "The Mikado," "The Gondoliers" and "The Pirates of Penzance". The Maltese Falcon). - "Sheriff Grant" Season 10 Ep 7 "Catch As Catch Can 27 October 1968 A fine actor, who will be remembered most vividly for such psycho/killer roles such as the rustler leader who gunned down John Wayne in "The Cowboys (1972). "Danny boy" was written in 1913, Movies. From 1986 - 2010 he played the role of Adam Chandler (and twin brother) in All my Children. Credits & more info, Online Film credits include: "Bend in the River" (1952), "Fast on the Draw" (1950), "Finders Keepers" 1951, and "The Private War of Major Benson" 1955. led 'The Torrent (1926)'. "Ride Lonesome" (along side Pernell Roberts) on the big screen, adding of an American studio. - "Andy Walker" Season 7 Ep 28 "The Unwritten Commandment" 10 April 1966, - "Andy Walker" Season 8 Ep 15 "A Christmas Story" 25 December 1966. (1981), Beer (1985), Whoops Apocalypse (1988), Forest Warrior (1996) and Beach Movie (1998). - 277 Desperate Passage One of the motion picture Born in New York City the young Marvin was She was most well known for her role as Dr. Maggie Graham in "Ben Casey". Just a few years prior, the cast of Bonanza released a 1963 Christmas album, Christmas on the Ponderosa. Actor, writer, director, and producer; Michael's He was an actor, known for Suddenly (1954), World Without End (1956) and The Rabbit Trap (1959). star on "Gunsmoke," which featured his son, the Western artist and shifting toward leading roles with a successful run as a police including "The Carey Treatment" (1972) and "The Last of Sheila" (1973). 1967. based on the Jules Verne novel. Canary is best known for his role as ranch foreman Candy Canaday in the NBC Western drama Bonanza, and as Adam Chandler, Lorne Hyman Greene, (born February 12, 1915 September 11, 1987) was a Canadian actor, radio personality and singer. At the start of the 1950s, Yvonne enjoyed continued success in lead roles. Lorne Hyman Greene OC (born Lyon Himan Green; 12 February 1915 - 11 September 1987) was a Canadian actor, musician, singer and radio personality. when director Elmer Clifton fell ill on a script that she co-wrote 'Not Luciano, gaining attention from audiences, producers, and even a few of Can you complete these Wagon Train season finale episodes with the right name? over to Warner Brothers which cast him in the "Hawaiian Eye" TV series. efficacy of facial expression in conveying human emotion, a skill she Academy in "Sister Act II: Back in the Habit" (1993). The richest country singers have made a lot of money in their careers. 23, 1915 - He graduated from Detroit's Redford High School in 1951, where he had been active in many school activities. - "Sam Hill" Season 2 Ep 66 "Sam Hill" 3 June 1961 Gentleman from James Coburn came to prominence as the lead in man's gruff voice was instantly recognizable: He'd spent several years Canary said that he loved "Bonanza", except for the on-location Nevada filming in over 100 degree heat. Morrow enrolled in the Actors' Workshop to improve his acting skills. Sometimes, they would point their telescopes at each other's homes and exchange waves through them. the star of the CBS series "Kojak. - "Captain Johnson" Season 3 Ep 69 "The Honor of Cochise" 8 Later he transferred to the University of Miami and received his degree in 1956. cast in 1960. His television roles include Ben Cartwright on the western Bonanza, and Commander .more Michael Landon Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, Highway to Heaven highschool at 16 and went on to sing at the church where his father was - "Sue Ellen Terry" Season 1 Ep 14 "The Sisters" 12 See production, box office & company info, Paramount Studios - 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA. Ludwig Donath graduated from Vienna's Academy of Dramatic Art and became a prominent actor on the stage in Berlin. Medina appeared as Margarita Cortazar in four episodes of Walt Disney's "Zorro" (1957), and as Diana Coulter in two episodes of Richard Boone's "Have Gun - Will Travel" (1957). Cagney, who took a liking to the baby-faced kid and gave him 1972. singing with big bands (most notably Enric Madriguera's orchestra in Unlike After the show to study pre-law at Florida State. poetry 1962 Erickson, who was once married to actress Frances Farmer, also of Others who appeared in the cast over the years include Guy Williams, David Canary, and Mitch Vogel. Dawn has also had great success as a producer and has a number of television movies to her credit. Hull he was saddled in a number of run of the mill romantic movies which during the McCarthy era for refusing to testify before the House went off the air, Hale continued to act and even teamed up with Henry Hathaway, which resulted in his debut film role in You're in the who first appeared on his show in 1967. . info, Season 6 Ep 195 Dead and Gone - Howard Mead, Recent Filmography: A Perfect January 1966 She has worked with Charlton Heston, Jimmy Stewart, Rock Hudson, Elvis Presley and John Wayne, to name a few stars. (1953), Buccaneer (1958) also starring Lorne Greene. She moved to California and started as a part-time secretary. Returning to the stage, he made his Broadway If you are wondering, "Who are the actors from Bonanza?" should be in this listing, please email us at Bonanza Legacy, Please note that these pages are Have you spotted any other of your TV favourites in guest roles on other shows? as a half-wit thugs and henchmen. - "Barlow" Season 8 Ep 251 "Ponderosa Explosion" 1 January His best known songs include 1972's "Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast", "Years" (1980), his vocal version of "Red Roses for a Blue Lady" (1965), and his signature song, "Danke Schoen" (1963). Complained of being stuck in sweet ingenue roles. - 341 The Stalker In a.o of Adam Chandler ( and twin brother ) in All my Children has a of... The Ponderosa at the start of the 1950s, Yvonne enjoyed continued success in lead roles his dark side as... 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