Gunsmoke
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‘Gunsmoke’: A General on ‘M*A*S*H’ Was Involved in One of the Show’s Most Brutal Fights
John Anderson may have played a kindly general during an episode of “MAS*H.” But he also appeared on “Gunsmoke” as…
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‘Gunsmoke’: Glenn Strange Got His Acting Start in a John Wayne Movie
Gunsmoke’s Glenn Strange once had the privilege of playing a minor role next to Western’s greatest star, John Wayne.
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James Arness Was ‘Off and Running’ With New Show Just Days After ‘Gunsmoke’s Cancellation
The very popular Western TV show “Gunsmoke” was still getting high ratings when it was canceled in 1975. At the…
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‘Gunsmoke’: Why Didn’t the Show Have a Traditional Series Finale?
Gunsmoke is in a league of its own for many reasons. But the series never had a true finale. Instead,…
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‘Gunsmoke’: Amanda Blake Was Furious with CBS for Canceling the Show
When the last episode of “Gunsmoke” aired, the popular Western had been on television for 20 seasons. It had numerous
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‘Gunsmoke’: Here’s Why the Director Turned Down Several Famous Actors Aiming for ‘Matt Dillon’ Role
Once an actor is cast in a landmark role, it can be hard to see them in other roles or…
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‘Gunsmoke’: ‘Chester’ Actor Dennis Weaver Had One Major Regret About His Character
What’s one acting decision an actor will regret almost instantly? Dennis Weaver from Gunsmoke reveals his biggest regret from the…
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‘Gunsmoke’: Actor Dennis Weaver Opened Up About His 61-Year Marriage
Gunsmoke star Dennis Weaver was that rare breed in Hollywood. Heck, he was rare compared to the rest of the…
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‘Gunsmoke’: ‘Miss Kitty’ Actress Amanda Blake Was Roommates with Another Famous Actress Before Landing Role on Show
Amanda Blake is highly recognizable for her 19 years playing the character Miss Kitty on “Gunsmoke.”
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‘Gunsmoke’: ‘Miss Kitty’ Actress Amanda Blake Raised Cheetahs on a Ranch
While most people know Amanda Blake for her role on the classic western, Gunsmoke, she led a much more interesting…
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