R.I.P. Hollywood Western Stars Who DIED Too Soon! THE UNLUCKY 13! All True! More Western Stars! AWOW

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Award winning documentary THE UNLUCKY 13. This episode of A WORD ON WESTERNS, has received 2023 Spur Finalist Honors for Best Documentary Script by the Western Writers of America (WWA) and the Will Rogers Silver Medallion Award for Western Film Documentary. It is very humbling and gratifying to know that our bringing recognition to these performers has been embraced by such highly respected organizations as the WWA and the Will Rogers Medallion Awards. It is, indeed, an honor.
HOLLYWOOD WESTERN STARS WHO DIED TOO SOON was a special hour-long A WORD ON WESTERNS episode honoring 12 artists and filmmakers who made westerns and whose careers were cut short. The response from our regular viewers and film fans around the world has been phenomenal, so I decided to put together a sequel and ended up with an even longer special episode honoring 13 more of those performers who have given us so much entertainment in westerns and other genres, too. Here then is THE UNLUCKY 13 WESTERN STARS WHO DIED TOO SOON.
You may be surprised at some of the people who died at such a young age. I know I was. With their on-screen work, this diverse group of actors has left an indelible impression on me and their audiences. When we are young, we see them on screen, and they stay with us forever. If we are lucky, they continue to entertain us as we grow older, and they transition from youthful performers to character roles. No matter how long their careers last, it’s always sad when they pass.
When they die too young, it’s a tragedy. A loss for their family, friends and for us, co-workers, viewers, and fans.
I’ve been thinking about those who contributed to the western genre who died and couldn’t continue, those who died early in their life, cutting their careers short. Once again, I picked 50 years old as the cut-off age. Most in our tribute died younger. I wish they had all lived longer to give us years more of their work to enjoy. May they all Rest in Peace.
I still enjoy seeing them on film and in repeats. I hope you do, too.
THE UNLUCKY 13 WHO DIED TOO YOUNG
1. ART ACORD April 17, 1890 - Jan 4, 1931 40
2. PEGGY CASTLE Dec 22, 1927 - Aug 11, 1973 45
3. JEFF CHANDLER Dec 15, 1918 - June 17, 1961 42
4. PAT CONWAY Jan 9, 1931 - Apr 24, 1981 50
5. BRANDON DE WILDE April 9, 1942 - July 6, 1972 30
6. ERIC FLEMING July 4, 1925 - Sept 28, 1966 41
7. JOAN HACKETT March 1, 1934 - Oct 8, 1983 49
8. ED HINTON March 26, 1919 - Oct 12, 1958 39
9. PETER LEE LAWRENCE Feb 21, 1944 - April 20, 1974 30
10. RICHARD LONG Dec 17, 1927 - Dec 21, 1974 47
11. TYRONE POWER May 5, 1914 - Nov 15, 1958 44
12. GAIL RUSSELL Sept 21, 1924 - Aug 27, 1961 36
13. TOM TYLER Aug 9, 1903 - May 3, 1954 50
If you enjoyed this episode, you might want to check out our previous tribute to some of our favorites who died too young. Here's the link. • R.I.P. 12 HOLLYWOOD ST...
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@sonnycorleone3251 Жыл бұрын

I liked Richard Long. When he was a child, he suffered pneumonia that weakened his heart, his drinking and smoking did not help either. I liked him in "The Big Valley" and other Tv shows Like the Twilight Zone episode "Number 12 looks just like you" and movies that he did. Plus, Tyrone Power I liked too. He died of the same thing Stephen Boyd died of a heart strombolisms-where the heart doesn't get enough oxygen. Thanks for the upload.

@JanesDough855 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning Eric Fleming. He was THE trail boss of Rawhide! What an actor! So convincing in that portrayal. I will miss him always.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, Janes. Thanks.

@dianacipollone4560 Жыл бұрын

Agree, so charismatic and a man!

@aimeekubik8803 8 ай бұрын

Me too. It brings home on how unfair life is.

@roberttownsend7397 Жыл бұрын

Jeff Chandler was an actor who brought great dignity to every role he played, and even in those movies where the budget might not have been great, his presence alone brought something special that might otherwise not have been there.

@lisamcbride8921 Жыл бұрын

Clint Walker was my favorite wester actor! Just read he died in 2018, sad

@plantfeeder6677 Жыл бұрын

Jeff Chandler was someone who just exploded in my memories watching this. I always admired his stoic characters even as an Indian. He gave respect to every character he portrayed. It's a shame he died at the hands of doctors. He would've become a huge Star in the 1960s. He had the perfect leading actor looks and that voice! May they all Rest In Peace!

@renee8437 Жыл бұрын

Eric Fleming! Just Wow! He had to have his face reconstructed. He drowned during filming. He was only 41. I still watch the reruns of Rawhide! Heartbreaking!

@aimeekubik8803 8 ай бұрын

I'm with you. Obsessed. I watch Rawhide whenever I can. Why God why? Clint Eastwood goes on to long Life and much success. Life and death is Random. You never know when it is coming. Live everyday as your last. Too bad he did not marry and gave kids. He was definitely a man.

@janisdais2832 8 ай бұрын

I love Eric Fleming in Rawhide !! I watch the show on the INSP channel. 💙🐎

@rosekarns8249 3 ай бұрын

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@rosekarns8249 3 ай бұрын

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@rosekarns8249 3 ай бұрын

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@geoff4589 Жыл бұрын

My favourite Actors John Wayne Audie Murphy and Eric Fleming were the best I've been still watching. Gone but never forgotten. Dementia won't stop me from remembering my favourites.

@lsavell01 Жыл бұрын

I remember most of these stars, all gone too soon. Eric Fleming survived childhood abuse, gangs, and the war, only to drown in a river. Such tragic endings for all of them.😪 God bless them. Thank you, Rob, for this wonderful tribute to these talented stars.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, LadyP. I'm working on additional episodes with this theme.

@eleonorvelasco7375 9 ай бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns u7

@scribe56 8 ай бұрын

Raw Hide was great. I think it came on friday nights. But I know that we never missed it

@user-ln6pc1gk9k 8 ай бұрын

Western are good

@user-ln6pc1gk9k 8 ай бұрын

Good westerns

@anniemaull5605 Жыл бұрын

I remember Lawman. Audie Murphy. And a lot of Western's from 1957. I still love Western's. And I've kept up with a lot of actors.

@KevinWood9 Жыл бұрын

Hi I like Audie Murphy and was in WW2 and got every medal that was around for everything he do in the WW2 I think he died at 45 years old

@wesleycampbell5017 Жыл бұрын

@kevin wood ¹ 😮

@michaelm6948 9 ай бұрын

Gail Russell's tragic story always leaves me decimated. RIP.

@Shineon83 10 ай бұрын

Gail Russell was THE most beautiful (and talented) actress I have ever seen-her fragility and shyness always came through in her characters…. It is such a pity that the link between addiction & depression wasn’t understood at the time, and treatment wasn’t available - they were simply regarded as “weak people,” and looked down upon (which of course, only worsened their shame, addiction and isolation)….Heartbreaking.

@user-py6oc4jo6c 7 ай бұрын

I love your work, sir! I am a Western historian and miniature gamer.M love of westerns stems from my Dad. I believe in a world where the bad guys get got and the good guys do the getting.--Bob Bailey in Maine

@nancyhenson253 Жыл бұрын

Pete Duel of Alias Smith and Jones died at 31. A great talent who is missed very much. Love you Pete. RIP.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Nancy. We covered Pete in our earlier showcase of Those Who Died Too Young. He was awesome.

@susanmccormick6022 Жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@JSB1882 Жыл бұрын

Oh man! Joan Hackett was always such a joy to see in TV show or movie. She seemed like so much fun.

@shayadayan3343 10 ай бұрын

Her epitaph reads " Go away! I'm sleeping!"

@bettetindel2127 8 ай бұрын

I went to movies often & remember all of those actors & how talented they were, Joan Hackett's personality was so strong it jumped off the screen, they all had outstanding charisma. Jeff Chandler, Alan Ladd & Jeffery Hunter were extremely handsome!!!!!

@OdeeOz Жыл бұрын

Sad Sunday, but Glad Reminiscing of the greatest entertainers ever, from the Era of Good Guys & Gals Win. 👍👍& 5⭐ Joan Hackett was the number one heart-throb of mine for ever. The day she passed was very sad indeed.

@atreb56 Жыл бұрын

Very well done.Thanks.

@virginia7191 Жыл бұрын

Well done Rob! Tasteful and respectful!

@duffysullivan2794 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree! I learned a lot. And the production values are over the top. The excellent narration, deep research into the topic. Someone had to put together all those photos and pictures! Color me impressed 😊

@Madmanmarque Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I learned about a few actors I wasn't aware of before. The Big Valley was my favorite western when I was a kid in the 60's. It still remains one of my favorites.

@sherryaltman1021 Жыл бұрын

I loved all the older actors

@sheilakirby5616 Жыл бұрын

GOD I TRULY LOVE AND MISS WESTERN MOVIES !!!

@johnmccracken9631 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a crier. Thank goodness. Several of these stories could have gotten me started. Good writing Mr. Word.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks John.

@bluladie Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. TY so much Rob.

@anniemaull5605 3 ай бұрын

When growing up TV was a continuous friend. I enjoyed watching and keeping up with actors and actresses and what each part the actors and actresses were doing at any given time. I still do. When I can. I wouldn't have missed it for anything.

@nealro1471 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Rob! All so sad but I think Gale Russell might be the saddest because it looks like she died all alone. She was so Beautiful.

@larrywillis2188 Жыл бұрын

superb job Rob. excellently narrated and produced. My hats off to you.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Larry

@nicoletanis3703 Жыл бұрын

Rob, thank you for your dedication to preserve the memories of Hollywood Westerns Stars. The future generation should be grateful. This superb narration is very well done. 💯

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, Nicole.

@fredericmartin7148 Жыл бұрын

Yes, Rob Word deserves his own star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame for his excellent work as a film historian. I feel that all those Western stars who have passed on are tipping their 10-gallon hats in gratitude to Rob.

@sandy-pf9bb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing Richard Long. I thought he was something special. I watched Big Valley in reruns and so wished they were my brothers. It was nice to see him remembered.

@lauramcintyre483 Жыл бұрын

His first wife died very young as well.😢

@mlbrooks4066 10 ай бұрын

Suzan Ball was only 21 when she died of cancer in 1955. She did a western film with Jeff Chandler (War Arrow).@@lauramcintyre483

@marshameltzer7784 9 ай бұрын

Richard Long was handsome and talented. He had the western gentleman down pat! So sexy❤️Gone way to soon😢😢

@carolscott4880 9 ай бұрын

On Richard Long you failed to mention his 1st wife actress Suzan Ball who died at the age of 26 from cancer and who's last Western was Chief Crazy Horse with Victor Mature. Mara Corday was Long' 2nd wife who bore him children.

@rogersmoot6194 Жыл бұрын

Mr. Word, thank you for your years of dedicated work in bringing your western-based audience so many truly memorable presentations. I am 80 years young and grew up with cowboys such as Hoot Gibson, Ken Maynard, Leo Carrillo, Hopalong Cassidy, Roy Rogers, Gene Autry and so many others. God bless you and yours.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

I love those early B westerns, too, Roger. Still enjoyable. Thanks.

@pamgreywacz7161 Жыл бұрын

My father loved westerns and we enjoyed watching them together. I miss all these actors and movies!! I’m happy to see some westerns coming back to t.v. Generations today missed all of these. So glad they left an amazing legacy. Thanks for this wonderful video!!

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Pam. It’s nice to see a bit of a resurgence of the genre.

@berylbattrick1246 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU, GREAT COMMENTARY ABOUT THESE MARVELLOUS COWBOYS.

@FranssensM 8 ай бұрын

Some greats there. Thank you, they deserve to be remembered.

@kaycox5555 Жыл бұрын

Terrific show and memories, thank you!

@richb313 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the research needed to bring these stories of mostly forgotten stars to life remarkably not all of them passed from self destructive behavior such as alcohol or drugs some were just taken too soon. Thank you Rob for showing the human side of all these people.

@johnrussell5270 Жыл бұрын

@jerryknorr679 Жыл бұрын

Wow so sad to hear this, this is something I never know. Thanks Rob for sharing this, we can never replace one of a kind actors.

@timhiltonsuperstar Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this with Canada 🇨🇦!!!!!

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Of course. We never overlook our northern neighbors.

@pjoe1950 Жыл бұрын

Another fine trip down memory lane and some of the great shows of yesteryear. I always wondered what happened to Joan Hackett and now I sadly know. She was great in Will Penney and especially in Support your local sheriff. Thumbs up Rob.

@MrBsbotto Жыл бұрын

You are so right, Steve! Joan Hacket was pretty but she also had an undeniable sweetness that made her doubly attractive. It sounds like she was very well-liked in the industry. Happy trails, Steve.

@ronaldpleasant Жыл бұрын

@cbamr Жыл бұрын

Well, that wasn’t the happiest video I’ve ever seen, but sure was full of heart. Bless them all.

@rogernorris9543 Жыл бұрын

Huge fan of Angel and the bad man, Gail Russell was STUNNING! She could say soo much in that movie with just a look. I thought her acting was top shelf.

@LReno-di9cm 10 ай бұрын

Gail Russell....a real beauty. So sad no one intervened and tried to help her...

@sammychicken3457 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute Rob. I enjoyed Tyrone Power & Henry Fonda in their roles as the James boys. Kind regards from Adelaide, South Australia.

@winsdieus Жыл бұрын

world miss a great star and actor ,THE TRAIL BOSS [ERIC FLEMING] , RICHARD LONG.....AND MANY OTHERS....THANS FOR THIS VIDEO...

@hiramnoone Жыл бұрын

Course there's Monty Clift, another tragic life and untimely death with a career that started with tremendous promise, opening as it did with one of the greatest westerns ever made. "Red River".

@daryljacobson7462 Жыл бұрын

AWESOME! as always. Peggie Castle was my heart throb growing up, and one of my favorite heroes was Pat Conway. It was sure a shame we lost all those action heroes so young. Thanks Rob and your crew for bringing them back for one last heraw for us.

@danphillips1468 Жыл бұрын

Audie Murphy died way too young I know that Audie had a horrible temper Due to the horrible war experience he had, So He deserves a few words of accomodations He was so brave and so young Being the most decorated combat soldier ever known !!!

@MaryAnnetteGibson 8 ай бұрын

I LOVE AUDIE MURPHY!! No matter what, period!!!

@suzibouch-xm9yr 2 ай бұрын

He probably had PTSD. It's very sad they had to deal with all of that on their own

@AceMoonshot Жыл бұрын

There is so much that I want to say. Simply too much. So I will just say, Thank You. Thank You so much.

@Paladin1873 Жыл бұрын

In 1965 Brandon De Wilde appeared in Otto Preminger's WWII drama "In Harms Way", playing the executive officer of a PT boat who is also the estranged son of the main character, Admiral Rock Torrey (played by John Wayne). It's a very dark film that removes any glamor from war, but there is a personal side story to it that I'd like to share. Decades after the movie was released I was visiting my best friend and he started talking about his younger brother who had been killed in a crop duster crash years before. He mentioned his brother had been in the military at the time the movie was being filmed and present in the crowd of onlookers that were watching as they shot the scene where the Duke is hailed aboard his son's PT. Either the Duke or the director was unhappy with the way the scene was being played because the actor hired to welcome Wayne aboard was unable to render a proper snappy salute. They noticed my friend's brother was an enlisted man and asked him if he could play the scene. He agreed and as a result he appeared in the final cut of the movie. After hearing this story, I found a copy of that very scene on KZfaq and emailed it to my friend so he could always remember his brother as being eternally young and free-spirited.

@christophersanders5007 Жыл бұрын

Also did not mention De Wilde's The Missouri Traveler with Lee Marvin.

@fasteddie9055 Жыл бұрын

IN HARMS WAY is one of my favorite Duke movies. I saw it for the 1st time in the old Panama Canal Zone's Howard Air Force Base Theatre in 1966. It is a dark movie that deals with sensitive topics like familial domestic conflicts and rape. Great comment about a great movie !!!

@MrBsbotto Жыл бұрын

What a classy move, C.T. That would have meant a lot to him.

@MrBsbotto Жыл бұрын

@@fasteddie9055 Great comment on "Harm's Way," kind of an under-rated flick, in my opinion. I'm no fan of the Duke, but I thought that role employed his talents to a tee.

@faithcastillo9597 10 ай бұрын

Lovely story. Thank-you for posting it.

@mikebuleti8548 3 ай бұрын

Another wonderful classic show, my childhood comes alive as a boy from 1954 thru your magic, may the good LORD bless you for your work so similar to the ultimate battle of good versus evil ! A Word On Westerns is a National Treasure, God bless your good work Rob

@AWordonWesterns 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Mike.

@Riogi Жыл бұрын

Death is such sadness. Thank you for remembering these actors and actresses. May they rest in peace.

@happyme6153 11 ай бұрын

I fell in love with handsome Pat Conway.❤

@frankdodgee Жыл бұрын

Excellently presented Rob. Never knew about the demise of at least half these actors. So tragic.

@chimp2023 5 ай бұрын

So many actors who performed western 😳 movies were magic . We were lucky to see them. Women were great in these roles.

@KyleCowden Жыл бұрын

Wow. Just wow.

@cynthiab1543 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I was 11 when Richard Long died, I was devastated.

@z512345 Жыл бұрын

Great program!

@joemotes Жыл бұрын

Rob, this one was really nice and great coverage on their body of work, thanks for adding Brandon De Wilde, as I mentioned him on your last Stars Who Died Too Young.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Yes, Joseph. Thanks for the suggestion.

@joansmith5870 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your very well researched episode today. Several of the actors were previously unknown to me but I am appreciative that I am now aware of them. Some of these performers came from humble beginnings and didn't navigate their fame and fortune in a healthy way. Jeff Chandler was a victim of poor care.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joan.

@brendaholman3835 Жыл бұрын

This was an excellent compilation of some of the best actors and actresses of the western era. The story of Gail Russell is so so sad. Her performances with John Wayne were great and they had a sweet on camera performance. To think that their in camera performance was carried over to an off screen romance is not hard to believe. You can see it . I believe it to be true. She died too young and it is sad that.she could not overcome her Alcoholism. John Wayne kept trying to help her with that. but he couldn’t. Such a sad story .

@DarrylWhiteguitar Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rob, for these stirring tributes.

@francesrude3007 Жыл бұрын

Excellent production. Including the NARRATOR.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Frances. Rob

@charliemacrae1045 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@wesmcgee1648 Жыл бұрын

One of the few KZfaq channels where comments are respectful, civil, or I should say downright polite. Thanks Rob. And long live the western genre and the great people who follow it.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Wes. We have one of the best group of viewers and fans who always seem to add and share interesting information. It's the Cowboy Way!

@cole1968man Жыл бұрын

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@patriciasnyder6915 Жыл бұрын

I just made a similar comment 2.2023

@jankoza673 Жыл бұрын

Rob, thank you so much for this video. It is amazing tribute to these wonderful actor. Enjoyed the one on Joan Hackett.

@rosemarystanley7814 Жыл бұрын

Great info thx

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

You bet

@robertwalker6584 Жыл бұрын

Heavy man. The knowledge you drop let's me appreciate their work so much more. I am also immediately kissing my wife calling my friends and counting my blessings

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Very nice thoughts, RW. Thanks.

@marksheffer625 Жыл бұрын

Gail Russell was great in Angel and the Bad Man. Fell in love with her .

@jimwoodfordministries Жыл бұрын

Great program !!!

@bethdavis7812 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this interesting and informative yet sad stories. Never knew about Darby's Dad, what a talented actor. Loved the beautiful Gail Russell, a very sad story indeed!

@FiveLiver Жыл бұрын

Tremendous presentation. No one should miss this.

@Khrysalis01 Жыл бұрын

No Nick Adams? I loved his tv show “The Rebel”, and was saddened when he died at 36 from a prescription drug overdose. He wasn’t just an actor in The Rebel. He was involved in the design, inception and writing of the show. A very talented man, gone too soon. He was 36. RIP Nick Adams.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Hi, Khrys. Don't know how you missed Nick in our first hour long special, HOLLYWOOD STARS WHO DIED TOO YOUNG. Nick Adams was #1 in our alphabetized list of stars and a long time favorite of mine. Sometimes KZfaq's algorithm overlooks viewers. Make sure to "Ring the Bell" as they say when you subscribed and they, supposedly, send a reminder to viewers about all of our new weekly episodes. There are a surprisingly number of performers who died by the age of 50. Too soon! I've been working on Part 3 for a couple of months and hope to have it finished by the end of this month. Thanks for watching. Let me know how you like our tribute to Nick.

@susanmccormick6022 Жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns I hope that episode turns up on YT.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

@@susanmccormick6022 Hi, Susan. Hope you've seen the earlier episode. We posted that on KZfaq first. It's on our RIP WESTERN STARS Playlist.

@SusanH4626 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rob 😊, this was a lovely tribute to all these wonderful actors and actresses.

@jeffreyoldham55 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for including Jeff Chandler. He was my mother's favorite leading man, and she named me after him. Excellent narration, and great production by you & Robbie!

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeff.

@bigiron383 Жыл бұрын

Away All Boats

@kenvelickoff4275 Жыл бұрын

Some great Jeff Chandler as Mike Shayne

@lauramcintyre483 Жыл бұрын

Always thought that Esther Williams description of him in her autobiography was untrue and disgusting.

@jeffreyoldham55 Жыл бұрын

Of course not! Sounds like sour grapes to me.

@MrBsbotto 11 ай бұрын

Rob, I so appreciate your work in compiling this outstanding tribute to some really fascinating actors that sadly died too soon. Your commentary is just marvelous, packed with terrific background and with real appreciation for these sometimes forgotten actors. You've got a lot of soul, brother, and it's a pleasure to hear that affection in your commentary. Sincere thanks.

@AWordonWesterns 11 ай бұрын

Sure appreciate your comments, MrB. Let's keep sharing these shows to expose westerns to a new generation. Thanks!

@rochellefangers2972 10 ай бұрын

❤

@rochellefangers2972 10 ай бұрын

I enjoy all of the old movies ❤ .

@dianamoody7251 Жыл бұрын

I remember a lot of those.

@rosseganjr9402 10 ай бұрын

thanks for telling about the lesser known Western stars of the past!

@lolayancey3626 Жыл бұрын

Yes, it is a bewildering mystery! These were very talented, interesting, beautiful people! Jeff Chandler was gorgeous! I am watching reruns of Pat Conway on Grit often, today and still enjoying his honest, earnest good looks! All these men were handsome enough to be leading men in other genres of movies I think, and the women were beautiful but their westerns were excellent movies and still entertaining today!

@toinimoore3463 Жыл бұрын

A few of the actors I didn’t know but I know my late Father would have known them as he saw the silent serials and enjoyed them and I truly was surprised some who had died so Very young I had no idea they were so young and I was also surprised that Gail Russell had died too and I was couldn’t get over the looks of some and you are so wonderful with each star because they truly were in each of their own times !

@alvaropelayo8084 Жыл бұрын

I loved Jeff Chandler, I even have a picture he send me when I was a kid. God bless him

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Nice, Alvaro.

@ryancarroll3961 Жыл бұрын

Rob, your knowledge of movies especially westerns is exceptional. I’ve learned so much about so many people from the film industry since I discovered your KZfaq page. Thanks again for the educational entertainment

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Glad you're part of our posse, Ryan. Thanks.

@nancymaldonado9136 Жыл бұрын

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@judithstevenson1506 Жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns ok

@andymckane7271 Жыл бұрын

Your research, Rob, as always, is in a class all by itself. You are most impressive as the Western film historian. Thank you for such fabulous and accurate work.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Very kind words, Andy. Thank you very much.

@noelgoulette7695 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting! I learned to love westerns from my father, when I was a child. Westerns are still my favorite as far as TV series and movies.

@tooter1able Жыл бұрын

"Rawhide" is one of the best western movies ever! Power and Hayward are unforgettable as are Elam and Carlson

@alimolina4279 Жыл бұрын

You're right! "Rawhide is an excellent psychological Western. Mr. Power and Miss Hayward starred together "Untamed" (1955), too.

@sharongoodsell9341 Жыл бұрын

These people will never be forgotten ! 🌟 In there time ! Watched everyone Aussie girl

@user-wi3vw7yu2e 10 ай бұрын

❤Eric Flemming😢so handsome

@user-wi3vw7yu2e 10 ай бұрын

❤thank u 4 sharing😢 wonderful memories

@theimp5901 Жыл бұрын

Very well done. Thank you.

@maryedwards8551 Жыл бұрын

All great western people I love at them every day I am73yrs love them

@parttysetzer6247 11 ай бұрын

These are all great actors and actress and the movies where great movies

@hollywoodmediaprofessional3282 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the award for this excellent episode.

@janisdais2832 8 ай бұрын

Thank you SO much for this wonderful tribute to those gone too soon !! I still cry sometimes when I think of Eric Fleming. He was wonderful in Rawhide..💙🐎💙🐎💙🐎💙🐎

@joelcopeland3018 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for telling these stories. When I was a kid "The Jayhawkers" was a movie that I really liked. Brandon De Wilde was in "In Harm's Way" with many other stars. I didn't realize that he had died so young. This is a very touching video, and you handle each person with the dignity everyone deserves. Thank you and God bless.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, Joel

@christhompson3750 Жыл бұрын

He was also in a great but sad little movie called Goodbye My Lady with Sidney Poitier and Walter Brennan.

@ruthsilbe3602 Жыл бұрын

@garymckee63 Жыл бұрын

Great information and video. Thanks Rob.

@allenenlowcomedy5025 9 ай бұрын

I saw this in the STETSON EMIAL NEWSLETTER....Congrats Rob. I was a Stetson Grad of 74. I now live in NYC and work as an actor and comedian. AGAIN- major congrats!!! I am watching this now and will tune in for the series..... CONGRATS AGAIN!

@AWordonWesterns 9 ай бұрын

Thanks, Allen74. I haven’t seen that email. Can’t find it but am proud of the WWA honor and of being a StetsonU grad. Rob70

@debrazielke1702 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob. Very interesting

@ronbates1795 Жыл бұрын

Excellent

@gregdavis19 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Rob. I loved it! You are a true blessing to most of us.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Greg.

@edwardpike3386 Жыл бұрын

Great show, well paced and very interesting.

@alicemcknight6335 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this program. I always liked Eric Fleming in Rawhide. I still play the theme music on my ukulele.

@BelvaDubose-pp7kg Жыл бұрын

Thank you for piece about Pat Conway. There were so much personal info missing - wives, son but he was a private man and should have been recognized for his talent much earlier. I miss him.

@kitakitzFarm Жыл бұрын

ROB, Your narration was spectacular and it must have taken you hours of research and writing. EXCELLENT! You are a brilliant producer of high caliber entertainment and a wise historian. Your description of Tyrone Power is the best I have ever heard, 'Astonishingly Handsome' PLUS he was very talented.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very nice compliments, Kit. Makes it all worthwhile.

@kitakitzFarm Жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns I think you would appreciate this interview. "Conversations with Robert Osborne" on KZfaq

@ge45gecalled39 Жыл бұрын

very fine narrating Word and enjoyed seeing all these familiar faces, thanks for the memories, take care🙂

@francessacco3500 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this special on these wonderful actors and actresses whom we grew up with. Pat Conway is a favorite...still love to watch him in 'Tombstone Territory'! Another talented actor/singer/stage performer I admire is Allen Case who portrayed Deputy Clay McCord in 'The Deputy". He passed way too soon barely 51 from a heart attack.

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Frances. I liked him in the Jesse James TV series as Frank James, too. Talented actor.

@francessacco3500 Жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns Thank you for your response! I was 11 when Allen starred in 'The Legend of Jesse James'....I'm sure I watched with my parents. Wish the series was out on DVD. I have seen some clips of it on You Tube. Allen put in a good performance in on 'Wagon Train'...the Jasper Cato episode.