Rayborn made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Red Evans in "Death Never Rides Alone" (episode 147). Alden Stephen Chase, born Guy Alden Chase, was an American television and film actor. He also guest-starred in the westerns "Two Faces West" (1960), starring Charles Bateman, Joyce Meadows and Francis De Sales, and "Bonanza" (19591973), starring Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker and Pernell Roberts. Batanides made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Littleboy Sherman in "Old Man Running" (episode 166). In 2002, Kiel also published his autobiography, "Making It Big in the Movies.". He has appeared in more than 100 movies and television shows during a career spanning 40 years. He played Jethroe in "Blood Brothers" (episode 35), Austin Stark in "The Spiked Rifle" (episode 49), Walt Ryerson in "The Grasshopper" (episode 63), Jack Adams in "Miss Milly" (episode 84), Ben Macowan in "The Silent Knife" (episode 89), Gus Potter in "The Stand-In" (episode 114), and Lovett, the Gunslinger, in "The Most Amazing Man" (episode 151). Hal Baylor was an American television and film actor, as well as a heavyweight boxing champion. Originally, he dreamed of becoming a physician, but kindled a passion for performing after taking some acting classes to overcome his natural shyness. Elam quickly became one of the most memorable supporting players in Hollywood and became well-known for playing villains in western genre and gangster films. Moss guest-starred in several popular television shows of the 1950s through the 60s, including the suspense anthology series "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" (19551962), the road series "Route 66" (19601964), the espionage thriller "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." Lon Chaney, Jr., born Creighton Tull Chaney, was an American character actor whose filmography includes nearly 200 acting credits in a career spanning seven decades. In film, Hodgins was a remarkably versatile actor, appearing in everything from westerns to romantic comedies. Many of her acting roles were uncredited. Tall and powerfully built, he was cast in numerous westerns, but he also guest-starred in other genres, including the crime drama "77 Sunset Strip" (19581964), starring Efrem Zimbalist, Jr., and the classic comedy "The Phil Silvers Show" (19551959), in which he played Elvin Pelvin, spoofing swivel-hipped rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley. Leslie made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Teresa Miller in "Stopover" (episode 107). Among his many other TV credits, he also appeared in "Dragnet" ( 1954), "You Are There" (19531956), "Jane Wyman Presents The Fireside Theatre" (19551957), "Perry Mason" (19581966), "The Virginian" (19621971), "Bonanza" (19621972), "The Big Valley" (19651969) and "The Fugitive" (19661967). He portrayed Harley Hannabury, a recurring character played by Ian Murray in six other episodes. Saunders, the espionage thriller "Mission: Impossible" (19661973), starring Peter Graves, the iconic sci-fi series "Star Trek: The Next Generation" (19871994), and Michael Crichton's long-running medical drama, "ER" (19942009). He appeared in nearly 90 movies and television shows in a career spanning more than 50 years. If America had a Mom, she would . Preston Price made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying the stagecoach driver in "Gun Fire" (episode 126). He appeared in more than 120 movies and television shows in a career spanning nearly 40 years. He subsequently portrayed Seth Gale in the film adaptation of "Abe Lincoln in Illinois" (1940), starring Raymond Massey, Gene Lockhart and Ruth Gordon. Frequently cast in westerns, he appeared in two classic John Ford films,"The Horse Soldiers," with William Holden, and "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance." (19621967), starring Vic Morrow as Sgt. He also guest-starred in the westerns "Zane Grey Theater" (19561961), starring Dick Powell, "Wagon Train" (19571965), starring John McIntyre and Ward Bond, and "Bonanza" (19591973), starring Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker and Pernell Roberts. Chandler also appeared in many of the other classic western TV series of the period, including "Wanted: Dead or Alive" (19581961), "Laramie" (19591963), "Bonanza" (19591973) and "Gunsmoke" (19551975). The show featured a variety of regular live-action characters and thematic spots that aired on different days of the week and around the holidays. He also appeared in several films as an actor, including minor parts in the noir film "The Big Heat" (1953), starring Glenn Ford and Gloria Grahame; and the sci-fi thriller "Seconds" (1966), starring Rock Hudson; as well as the role of Murray in the horror film "Damien: Omen II" (1975), starring William Holden and Lee Grant. Following his service in the Navy, Hogan studied at the Pasadena Playhouse in California to become an actor. An attractive young woman who figured as a love interest for Lucas McCain, her character was introduced in "Miss Milly" (episode 84). Dierkes returned to his Treasury Department job, but John Huston coaxed him back to Hollywood to appear in his film, "The Red Badge of Courage" (1951). Linda Lawson, born Linda Gloria Spaziani, is an American television and film actress, as well as a former singer. Hackett made two appearances in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Daniel "Pop" Malakie in "BloodLines" (episode 42) and the title character in "The Clarence Bibs Story" (episode 104). She made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN's last episode, portraying Lorrie in "Old Tony" (episode 168). She also guest-starred in the westerns "Have Gun Will Travel" (19571963), starring Richard Boone; and "Bonanza" (19591973), starring Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker and Pernell Roberts. Alcaide, a veteran character actor of great range and talent appeared in a wide variety of projects, including "The Glass Menagerie," "The Wild One" with Marlon Brando, "Assassination" with Charles Bronson and "Kid Galahad" with Elvis Presley. Hogan made two appearances in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Joe Carson in "Stranger at Night" (episode 36) and Rudy Gray in "The Man from Salinas" (episode 130). Although the majority of his early work was in film, he segued into television in the 1950s. In addition to his accomplishments as an actor, Haig was the producer of the comedy short "Game Night" (2011). From then on, Lockhart had mostly guest appearances in TV shows, playing a doctor once again in 1986, when she portrayed Dr. Sylvia Heywood for two episodes of the "Dynasty" spin-off "The Colbys." During that decade, Lockhart also debuted as voice actress, voicing the character Millicent Trueblood in the TV series "Pound Puppies." In 2000, he received the Austin Film Festival's Distinguished Screenwriter Award. Ted de Corsia was an American radio, television and film actor. Morris Ankrum, born Morris Nussbaum, was a character actor in American radio, television and film. She appeared in nearly 100 movies and television shows during her 70-year career, but the stage was her first love and where she made her greatest professional imprint. He made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying John J. Mack in "None so Blind" (episode 135). Woodson has guest-starred in several popular television shows of the 1960s through the present day, including the adventure series "Route 66" (19601964) and "Sea Hunt" (19581961), the family comedy "Leave It to Beaver" (19571963), the crime drama "77 Sunset Strip" (19581964), the medical drama "Dr. Kildare" (19611966), the legal drama "Perry Mason" (19571966), and the Buck Henry spy spoof "Get Smart" (19651970). Eiler guest-starred in the crime dramas "Dragnet" (19511959), starring Jack Webb as Sgt. He also made numerous television appearances, frequently in Westerns, including "The Lone Ranger" (19501953), "The Gene Autry Show" (1950), "Dick Tracy (1950), "Hopalong Cassidy" (1952), "Death Valley Days" (1952) and his final role in "Petrocelli" (1971). He guest-starred in several popular television shows, including the crime drama "Dragnet" (19511959), the classic family comedy "Leave It to Beaver" (19571963), the legal drama "Perry Mason" (19571966), the private detective series "77 Sunset Strip" (19581964), Rod Serling's iconic anthology series "The Twilight Zone" (19591964) and the comedy series "The Flying Nun" (19671970). A familiar face in western B movies and television series, many of his film roles in the 1940s and 50s were uncredited. In addition to his career as an actor, Deacon was also a renowned gourmet chef. He has appeared in nearly 80 movies and television shows in a career spanning more than 50 years. Tannen guest-starred in many television shows of the 1950s through the 70s, including the family comedy "Father Knows Best" (19541960), the crime drama "77 Sunset Strip" (19581964), the mystery action series "Peter Gunn" (19581961), the family comedy "Mister Ed" (19581966), the legal drama "Perry Mason" (19571966), the long-running family drama "Lassie" (19541974), Rod Serling's iconic anthology series, "The Twilight Zone" (19591964), and the comedy "Petticoat Junction" (19631970). Other TV series in which he guest-starred include "The Texan" (19581959), "Lawman" (1959), "Maverick" (19591960), "Bonanza" (19591966), "Cheyenne" (19601961), "Perry Mason" (19581962), "Laramie" (19601962), "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" (19601962), "Gunsmoke" (19611967), "Wagon Train" (1962), "The Virginian" (19631967), "The F.B.I." Although better know for his role in "Broken Arrow," Ansara also thought that "Plainsman" was a better show. Colman made one guest appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Jeremiah in "The High Country" (episode 122). He also played several recurring roles, including Det. Martin guest-starred in several other westerns, including "Wanted: Dead or Alive" (19581961), starring Steve McQueen, "Wagon Train" (19571965), starring John McIntyre and Ward Bond, "Rawhide" (19591966), starring Clint Eastwood, "Bat Masterson" (19581961), starring Gene Barry, and "Bonanza" (19591973), starring Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker and Pernell Roberts. He appeared in nearly 50 movies and television shows in a career spanning almost 25 years. He made his acting debut in the western film "Adventures of Red Ryder" (1940), portraying Little Beaver. McEvoy guest-starred in many popular television shows of the 1950s through the 60s, including the crime drama "Dragnet" (19511959), the action adventure series "Adventures of Superman" (19521958), the anthology series "Four Star Playhouse" (19521956), "Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color" (19541990) and "The Loretta Young Show" (19531961), the detective drama "Richard Diamond: Private Detective" (19571960), the family sitcom "The Donna Reed Show" (19581966) and the legal drama "Perry Mason" (19571966). A tall big bear of a man with a tender heart who played roles true to his character, Blocker appeared in several television shows in the late 1950's before landing the role for which he is best-rememberedEric "Hoss" Cartwright in the long-running NBC western television series "Bonanza" (19591973). Gene Tyburn is an American actor who has worked primarily in television. John Alvin, born John Alvin Hoffstadt, was an American film, stage and television actor. (19641969) and the series continuation "Mayberry R.F.D." He hosted a children's show on a local Pittsburgh television station, in addition to a variety show in which he interviewed celebrities such as Sammy Davis Jr., Jerry Lewis and THE RIFLEMAN's Chuck Connors. Kosleck made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Joe Stanic in "Old Tony" (episode 168), which was the last episode of the series. Tora!" Over a 40-year acting career, Anders had more than 30 film and over 300 television credits. He made one appearance in THE RIFLEMAN, portraying Mr. Jethroe in "The Hero" (episode 59). She has appeared in 24 movies and television shows in a decade-long career. Regina Gleason is an American television and film actress who has appeared in more than 40 movies and television shows in a career spanning a little over two decades. He appeared in more than 350 movies and television shows in a career spanning 40 years. Maui. Throughout his childhood career, Homeier often played juvenile delinquents, mirroring his typecasting as a heavy in adulthood. He played Sandy in "The Apprentice Sheriff" (episode 11), Jerry in "Shivaree" (episode 19), Karl Hollis in "Gunfire" (episode 126), and Trooper Coley in "The Assailants" (episode 149). He guest-starred in several other westerns, including "Have Gun Will Travel" (19571963), starring Richard Boone, "Maverick" (19571962), starring Jack Kelly and James Garner, "Zane Grey Theater" (19561961), starring Dick Powell, "Wagon Train" (19571965), starring John McIntyre and Ward Bond, and "Wanted: Dead or Alive" (19581961), starring Steve McQueen. [8] She married architect John Lindsay that same year, but they divorced in October 1970 and she has not remarried. 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