Pernell Roberts an original cast member of the classic television western series Bonanza died at his Malibu home aged 81.
The Los Angeles Times reported that his death from cancer was confirmed by his wife, Eleanor Criswell.
Roberts played Adam, the deep-voiced eldest son of the Cartwright clan, from 1959 until the end of the ‘64-65 season.
He then went on to act in films and resume a stage career.
In 1979 he returned to television in Trapper John M.D., playing the title character for seven seasons.
By: Flying-A - 28th January 2010 at 03:34
Roberts played Adam…..until the end of the ‘64-65 season.
“Lady Luck smiled on him — and he kicked her in the teeth.” — Hollywood’s reaction.
By: steve rowell - 28th January 2010 at 02:22
couldnt agree more, terrific stuff, I liked Uncle buck,
Uncle Buck?? :confused:
By: Arabella-Cox - 27th January 2010 at 10:32
RIP.
Bonanza, was compulsory viewing for me. IIRC it was on Sunday afternoon.
couldnt agree more, terrific stuff, I liked Uncle buck,
By: old shape - 26th January 2010 at 19:30
The last of the Cartwrights…
I never realized how popular Bonanza was outside the US until my college Swedish language textbook mentioned the show…
RIP.
RIP.
Bonanza, was compulsory viewing for me. IIRC it was on Sunday afternoon.
By: J Boyle - 26th January 2010 at 17:24
The last of the Cartwrights…
I never realized how popular Bonanza was outside the US until my college Swedish language textbook mentioned the show…
RIP.
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January 26, 2010 at 12:09 am