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Feb 19, 2021 · Because The Virginian was created so long ago, it’s no surprise that a few of the cast members have passed on. Lee J. Cobb, John McIntire, Doug McClure, and Ross Elliott all had leading roles in The Virginian and are now no longer here, but definitely still made their mark on Western television.
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- James Drury Starred in ‘The Virginian’
- Doug Mcclure Also appeared on All Nine Seasons of ‘The Virginian’
- Lee J. Cobb Played Judge Garth
- Roberta Shore Stepped Away from Acting at A Young Age
- Randy Boone Played Randy Benton
- Clu Gulager Died in August 2022
- Charles Bickford’s Character Was Written Off The Show When He Died
- Don Quine Played Stacey Grainger
- John Mcintire Replaced Charles Bickford’s Character
James Drury played the title character on The Virginian. His character was the foreman of Shiloh Ranch in Medicine Bow, Wyoming. Drury was one of the only actors who stayed with the show throughout its run, including season 9, when it was renamed The Men from Shiloh. Drury died in April 2020 at his home in Houston.
In addition to Drury, Doug McClure also appeared on all nine seasons of The Virginian. He played the cowboy Trampas, who brought a dose of comic relief to the show. McClure died in 1995 at age 59 from lung cancer.
Lee J. Cobb played Judge Garth in the first four seasons of The Virginian. He left the show in 1966. Cobb was an accomplished actor who originated the role of Willy Loman in the Broadway production of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman and was twice nominated for an Academy Award. He died in 1976 at age 64.
Roberta Shore played Judge Garth’s daughter Betsy in the first four seasons of The Virginian. Eventually, she decided to leave the show, and her character got married and moved away from Wyoming. Shore was a child actor who appeared in several Disney productions, including The Mickey Mouse Cluband The Shaggy Dog. But she gave up a career in Hollywo...
Singer and actor Randy Boone played ranch hand Randy Benton in The Virginian Seasons 2-4. He’s also appeared in episodes of shows such as Gunsmoke, Kung Fu, and Highway to Heaven. His last credited role on IMDb was in the 1987 movie The Wild Pair. According to his bio on that site, he is still alive and has been married to his second wife Lana sinc...
Clu Gulager play Emmett Ryker, a gun-for-hire who eventually became the deputy sheriff of Medicine Bow. He appeared in more than 100 episodes from 1963 to 1968. Gulager has a long career in Hollywood, beginning with the 1964 movie The Killers through his final role in Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 movie Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. He died in August 2...
Charles Bickford played John Grainger, a character brought in to replace Judge Garth. Bickford appeared in just under 50 episodes before his death in 1967 forced his character to be written off the show.
Don Quine played John Grainger’s grandson Stacey Grainger. He appeared on the show for two seasons. In addition to acting, Quine founded the Professional Karate Association, according to a 1982 article in the New York Times. In 2018, he published a thriller titled Killer Payback.
After Bickford’s death, John McIntire joined The Virginian cast. He played John Grainger’s brother Clay Grainger for four seasons. McIntire also appeared in the hit series Wagon Train. Hedied in 1991 at age 83. For more on the entertainment world and exclusive interviews, subscribe to Showbiz Cheat Sheet’s YouTube channel.
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Nov 8, 2023 · With a star-studded cast that included the likes of James Drury, Doug McClure, and Lee J. Cobb, the show has stood the test of time. Let's saddle up and find out! Still riding: Gary Clarke. Gary Clarke (90), is one of the few original cast members still alive.
Apr 18, 2024 · All of the series’ cast members are now either long retired or deceased. Some of the living include Randy Boone, who played Randy Benton in 70 episodes, Roberta Shore, who portrayed Betsy Garth in 70 episodes as well, and Gary Clarke – the man behind the character of Steve Hill, who was seen in 63 episodes.
"Unveiled in 1962, 'The Virginian' is a timeless Western classic lauded for its riveting plot and unforgettable characters. Under the skillful direction of A...
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Aug 9, 2022 · The Western program starred John Drury as the Virginian, with other well-selected casts like Lee J. Cobb and Doug McClure also stealing the hearts of many viewers. Decades later, fans can’t wait for the coming together of the excellent casts of The Virginian for another reunion.
Aug 21, 2019 · James Drury remembers ‘The Virginian’ co-stars. Ninety years ago, Paramount released “The Virginian” starring Gary Cooper. The 1929 western and Cooper’s first talkie film was based on ...
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