The real reason why a beloved 'Bonanza' character quietly disappeared from the hit western series

The hit Western series Bonanza ran for 14 seasons, but one of the main actors, Pernell Roberts, left abruptly. What happened ...
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‘Bonanza’ Creator Only Agreed to Cast Known Actors if Marlon Brando Said ‘Yes’ to Star on the Show

According to David R. Greenland’s Bonanza: A Viewer’s Guide to the TV Legend, Dortort was initially extremely pleased with the idea of having free reign to create what he wanted. He loved American ...
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‘Bonanza’ Would’ve Cost Nearly $1 Million Per Episode to Film Today

Bonanza shared the story of the wealthy Cartwrights, and it starred Michael Landon, Dan Blocker, Pernell Roberts, and Lorne Greene as members of the fictional family. The Los Angeles Times reports the ...
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'Bonanza: The Complete Series' Sets DVD Release Date

It's time to saddle up and ride out to the Ponderosa once again. For the first time ever, all 14 seasons of the classic long-running western series Bonanza are coming together in a complete remastered ...
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This 1960s Steakhouse Chain Named After A Popular TV Show Still Has 3 Locations Left

With endless streaming opportunities, new generations are discovering the joys of charming, old-fashioned TV shows — including one featuring the character of Ben Cartwright (played by Lorne Greene) ...