Bonanza
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Bobby Dan Davis Blocker (December 10, 1928 – May 13, 1972) was an American television actor and Korean War veteran, who played Hoss Cartwright in the NBC Western television series Bonanza.
Jan 22, 2024 · During his lifetime Dan Blocker was known as an American television actor and Korean War veteran. As an actor, he was known for his portrayal of the character Hoss Cartwright in NBC’s western television series Bonanza, one of the longest-running western series in the history of U.S. television. Dan Blocker gave a brilliant performance of the ...
Dan Blocker was a Texas-born actor who played Hoss Cartwright on Bonanza, the most popular TV series of the 1960s. He died of a pulmonary embolism in 1972 at age 43, after a career in theater, film and TV.
- December 10, 1928
- May 13, 1972
Apr 18, 2021 · Dan Blocker, who played Hoss on Bonanza, died in 1972 after a gallbladder surgery. Learn how his death was handled by the show's producers and cast, and how they paid tribute to him in the final season.
Dan Blocker was a 6'4" actor who played Hoss Cartwright, the gentle giant of Bonanza, for 13 seasons. He was born in Texas, served in the Korean War, taught school, and pursued a PhD in English before becoming a TV immortal.
- January 1, 1
- De Kalb, Texas, USA
- January 1, 1
- Los Angeles, California, USA
Mar 11, 2021 · Standing over 6' tall, Dan Blocker is best remembered for his days starring as the friendly Hoss Cartwright on 'Bonanza.'.
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Sep 19, 2011 · Dan Blocker, who played Hoss Cartwright on Bonanza, died unexpectedly in 1972. The show dealt with his character's death in a two-part episode titled "Forever", which was a tribute to his memory and a farewell to the fans.
