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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.
Dan Blocker is one of the true television immortals, having played Hoss Cartwright -- the heart and soul of Bonanza (1959) -- for 13 seasons, before his untimely death in 1972 at the age of 43.
Dan Blocker is one of the true television immortals, having played Hoss Cartwright -- the heart and soul of Bonanza (1959) -- for 13 seasons, before his untimely death in 1972 at the age of 43.
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.
Apr 18, 2021 · On May 13, 1972, after 13 seasons of playing Eric ‘Hoss’ Cartwright, the even-tempered, gentle-giant, second son of Ben Cartwright on NBC’s Bonanza, actor Dan Blocker suddenly and tragically died. His death complicated things because filming was just about to begin on the classic western final season.
Apr 29, 2022 · Dan Blocker was an American Korean War veteran and iconic TV actor who is best known for his role as Hoss Cartwright in the NBC TV series Bonanza. Until his death in 1972, he was married to Dolphia Lee Parker with whom he had four children: twin daughters Debra Lee and Danna Lynn, and 2 sons, David Blocker and Dennis Dirk Blocker.
Mar 11, 2021 · Standing over 6' tall, Dan Blocker is best remembered for his days starring as the friendly Hoss Cartwright on 'Bonanza.'.
Sep 19, 2011 · After 13 seasons of playing Hoss Cartwright, the easy-going, "gentle giant" brother on Bonanza, actor Dan Blocker died unexpectedly, shortly before filming was to begin for the final season...
Jul 12, 2019 · Dan Blocker bio: wife, son, net worth, cause of death. Hollywood's Dan Blocker was an iconic actor whose impact was greatly felt in the 1950s- 1970s. His most famous role was that of Hoss Cartwright in the NBC Western television series Bonanza.
May 13, 2002 · Dan Blocker Obituary. DAN BLOCKER May 13, 1972 30 years gone. This is A Lonely Man We miss ya, Hoss. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Published by San Bernardino...
