Description:
(Actor, Radio Personality and Singer Known for His Role as ‘Ben Cartwright’ in TV Series ‘Bonanza’)
Lorne Hyman Greene was a Canadian actor, radio personality, and singer. Even though it has been more than four decades since his 14-year stint as Ben Cartwright in the TV series ‘Bonanza’ ended, this larger than life star continues to loom large for his brilliant performance. Although he was already active as an actor, it was his appearance in one episode of the TV series ‘Wagon Train’ in 1959 that brought him to the attention of the ‘Bonanza’ producers. Even before he joined the ‘Bonanza’ team, he was popular amongst the viewers as the lead in ‘Sailor of Fortune’ in 1957. Lorne was also a singer who collaborated on two ‘Bonanza’ albums with co-stars Dan Blocker, Michael Landon, and Pernell Roberts. As a solo artiste, he recorded the album ‘Welcome to the Ponderosa’, which reached No. 35 on the Billboard chart. He had several popular singles to his credit, including ‘As Time Goes By’ and ‘You Make Me Feel So Young.’ Decorated with the honor of an Officer of the Order of Canada’, Greene was also the recipient of several other awards. Canada Post honored him by featuring him on a 51-cent postage stamp in 2006.
Birthday
February 12, 1915 (Aquarius)
Alternative names
Lyon Himan Green
Height
183 cm
City
Ottawa, Canada
Died on
September 11, 1987
Spouse/Ex-
Nancy Deale (m. 1961–1987), Rita Hands (m. 1938–1960)
Parents
Daniel Green
Dora Greene
Children
Belinda Susan Bennet, Charles Greene, Gillian Greene
What role did Lorne Greene play on the TV series "Bonanza?"
Lorne Greene portrayed the character Ben Cartwright, the patriarch of the Cartwright family, on the popular Western TV series "Bonanza."
What instrument did Lorne Greene play in addition to acting?
Lorne Greene was also a talented musician who played the bass and sang, releasing several albums during his career.
Did Lorne Greene serve in the military?
Yes, Lorne Greene served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II as a pilot.
What was Lorne Greene's first major acting role?
Lorne Greene's first major acting role was on the TV series "Bonanza," which ran from 1959 to 1973 and became a television classic.
Did Lorne Greene have any notable film roles?
Lorne Greene appeared in several films throughout his career, including "Peyton Place" and "Earthquake."
