Author: The Lone Writer

The Lone Writer is an American frontier and Old West journalist and historian. He loves to read, write and review all things western, whether historical or fiction.
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Why Did Robert Fuller Leave Wagon Train: Explaining the Departure of a Western Legend

Fuller was an iconic actor of his time who swiftly rose to stardom through his portrayal of Cooper Smith on popular series like “Mister Ed.” His on-screen charisma, acting skills, and dedication created an appealing personality in Cooper Smith that resonated with fans worldwide. Unfortunately, for Fuller’s fans everywhere, at the peak of his fame […]

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Why Was Doc Adams Replaced on Gunsmoke: Unveiling the Mystery Behind the Iconic TV Show

Gunsmoke was an epic, 20-year-long Western drama series on TV that left an indelible mark on viewers. One of its most unforgettable characters was Doc Adams, portrayed with great skill by Milburn Stone. Doc Adams quickly established himself as one of television’s beloved characters over its two-decade run, appearing in over 600 episodes during that […]

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Why Did Thad Leave Gunsmoke? | Exploring the Reason Behind Thad’s Departure

Introduction: Exploring Thad’s Break From Western Classic, Gunsmoke Gunsmoke was an iconic TV series which ran for twenty seasons between 1955 and 1975 and earned the laudatory designation “longest running TV series in history”. Set in Dodge City, Kansas during the late 1800s, it chronicled U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon as well as notable characters such […]

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