There was also Little Joes marriage on Bonanza (originally written for Dan Blocker who tragically died before filming began) that ended in his bride being murdered. He did an interview saying he thought the show was terrible and wished he could buy up all the film and turn it into banjo picks!. He was making a ton of money from the series, then just quit. (March 4, 1983 - December 12, 1987) (his death), (December 19, 1964 - ?) Any help would be appreciated. Just saw this last night..it was a surprisingly good episodeI thought it would be a little slow.but it was interesting, still timely, and a little sad. Anyway, Im glad to see that so many other people still enjoy watching is as well. Recently she has also been involved with judging the music category of the Deseret News' Sterling Scholars program. Continue Learning about General Arts & Entertainment. By the time James Drury became a staple on television in the Western series The Virginian which aired from 1962 until 1971, he already reached the tail end of this marriage to his first wife, Cristall Orton. If you have cable, you can see all 8 seasons, plus the only season of Men from Shiloh, through the on-demand function. Two of them have been answered, but no one said why Randy Boone left the show. (I was looking this up to see who from the I wanted to go this year, but I will go next year. They did very well and John was perfect in every scene I ever saw him do.. I started watching on Encore Westerns and watched every episode two times in a row. An astonishing parade of notable guest stars on most episodes also contributed to the shows success. Right up until the wedding carriage rolled out at the end I STILL thought something bad would happen. He also fired the whole camera crew and hired a new crew for his episodes.. she recalled. However, he was one of the biggest stars in The Virginian cast after the show ended. Roberta Bleiweiss , co-founder of Beach Blanket Babylon, and Rob Robinson . He was making a ton of money from the series, then just quit. She is known for being a TV Actress. on Happy 55th Birthday to The Virginian.. The way they handled Betsys departure was poignant. Love the Virginian great series , Why have they taken the Show off INSPalthough Im glad I can still catch it on starz but miss the time slots it was on with INSP and was glad starz started with season 1. The lead actors were Ellen Burstyn, Max Van Sydow and Lee J. We really are trying to provide the programs you want. All rights reserved. Am I the only one that found this to be disappointing? Roberta also performed the theme song for that movie. Thanks Sheri, I am going to ultimately find that episode and watched it. Sorry to hog this conversation, but, Gary, if you were wanting the recording, you might try discogs.com I saw the LP there but Im not a registered user so I couldnt try to purchase it. Drurys laconic character was always referred to as The Virginian; he had no name, unlike his horse, a white Appaloosa called Joe D. The Shiloh foreman may have sported a black hat, but he routinely did the right thing, rescuing folks and fighting rustlers and outlaws in the Wyoming Territory in the 1890s. I totally agree with you about Trampas on Men From Shiloh! In 1965, when she was 21, Roberta Shore was already a showbiz veteran with acting and singing careers in high gear. In one of her only six television shows after her one season on The Virginian, Diane Roter joined, She took part in The Virginian TV Show's 50th Anniversary celebration with. JAMES DRURY will be making a personal appearance at the Cowboy Way Festival: Gene Autry Museum, Oklahoma from May 5-7, 2017. She never made any guest appearances after this episode. When Betsy Garth (Roberta Shore) married former minister David Henderson (Glenn Corbett), declared I dont need Shiloh anymore and left for her new home in Pennsylvania as a preachers wife a vital character in The Virginian departed. Why did Roberta Shore quit the Virginian? 1978) Jerrene (1991-present) Children. (LogOut/ "The Awakening" (4:05) directed by Leon Benson, written by Robert Crean and broadcast October 17, 1965, was a turning point for The Virginian and marked the end of the classic early period of the show (1962-1965). This episode premieres on Encore Westerns on January 1st followed by a January 4th broadcast at 4.30 p.m. EST. "I've done that four or five years in a row now," Shore said. I watch men from Shiloh,not enough of Mr. Drury. The storyline mirrored actress Roberta Shores own decision to break her seven-year contract with the show in order to focus on her real-life marriage. She did her own riding on the series. Yes Bob the mining story was a distraction. She is truly an amazing actress. Im dying to know. She was 19 when the series went into production, but Betsy Garth was initially identified as a 15 year old (she celebrates her 15th birthday in the first episode), which, incidentally, takes place sometime in 1890 (specifically identified in episode two, which was focused on her character and gave Shore a lot to do , Like in the novel, the lead character was never given a name other than the Virginian. Did The Virginian ever get married on the show? He also hated working for television, rather than movies, so he quit. Here is the link, http://www.cowboywayfest.com/ . Westerns rule! I recall hearing Trampas say Jim under his breath but I cant recall the episode. After The Virginian, she appeared in a few TV shows, but she then moved to Utah, where she was a radio DJ in Salt Lake City. A villain in the original book and 1929 movie, the writers transformed him into a high-spirited and often comedic character in the series. (January 23, 1971 - February 13, 1979) (divorced), View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. So I was never a Mouseketeer but I did a lot of work with them.". BTW.. Insp has also brought us most all of the Gunsmoke episodes and post series movies too. I enjoyed reading everything!!! Marriages of TV Western characters who continue to appear in the series usually end in tragedy as you mention. Why did Roberta Shore leave the show The Virginian? Surely they werent going to actually get married and live happily ever after. Shore is also one of the people you can blame if the song "It's a Small World" gets stuck in your head. , Can you tell me why Lee Cobb left the show. However I was glad to hear she left on her own terms and for a good reason, Can anyone tell me the name of the beautiful waltz in some episodes of the Virginian, Hi Janet: The theme is called Tomorrow by John Williams. He loved the show and told me he wished he had been on from the beginning. What happened to the young man who could make a six gun jump like a fist full of diamonds? Except for the crazy emphasis on the quick draw, this episode and Hannah were the only two I found that were true to the character of Trampas from the other seasons. Along with her younger brother, Michel, the family departed from Cherbourg, France in early December 1948 on the Queen Elizabeth, arriving in New York, New York, USA on December 13, 1948. He was a disaster and I couldn't stand him, admitted Drury. Sara Lane as Elizabeth Grainger would actually appear in more episodes than Shore but would never match her acting ability. How big was the Shiloh Ranch? I read the book in high school, so was well aware of the story, said James Drury from his home in Houston. She was queen of her senior prom in high school. really thought Betsy wouldnt get married and leave Shiloh. . I continue to watch the first 8 seasons, season 9, not so much. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Well which one was it??? And Tex was there with his band and I got up and sang with him and it was "Smoke That Cigarette"! Shore also put in TV guest appearances on "The Jack Benny Program," "The Bob Hope Show," "Playhouse 90," "Maverick," "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis," and was in multiple episodes of "The Donna Reed Show," "Father Knows Best," "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet" and "The Bob Cummings Show," among others. I Love to hear Betsy sing, & Betsy n Randy. Off-screen Doug was quite like his character and you couldnt help but smile when he walked into a room because he was full of good humor and good spirits all the time, recalled Drury. Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University at Montgomery, Ala., and has written features, columns, and interviews for over 750 magazines and newspapers. Today was the first time to see The Awakening. [2], Shore's television credits include appearances on Playhouse 90, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, The Donna Reed Show, The Lawrence Welk Show (a singing appearance in 1959),[3] several Western series including Maverick, Wagon Train, The Tall Man, Laramie, and Lawman, and regular roles on Father Knows Best and The New Bob Cummings Show. ", Shore grew up in Southern California, but after leaving the show she moved to Utah, where she's been ever since. Rating: 4 (1473 reviews) Highest rating: 5. And then there was Doug McClure, playing fellow ranch hand Trampas. "I also had a small role in 'Blue Denim,' another controversial film at the time. When Betsy Garth (Roberta Shore) married former minister David Henderson (Glenn Corbett), declared I dont need Shiloh anymore and left for her new home in Pennsylvania as a preachers wife a vital character in The Virginian departed. Roberta Shore, like her character, Betsy, really did leave the show to get married and settle down. When Betsy Garth (Roberta Shore) married former minister David Henderson (Glenn Corbett), declared "I don't need Shiloh anymore" and left for her new home in Pennsylvania . On Saturday, February 27th, Drury, Clarke, Shore, and Boone will come together for a special three hour event that will include a meet and greet reception, a Q&A session, clips from the series . May 2, 3, 4, & 5, 2019! It was just so surprising to see the wedding actually happen. But he wasnt calling for the Virginian, he was calling for Jim the handy man. The cast members were relatable and gave excellent deliveries to their characters. Danielle B. Roter was born on May 26, 1948 in Brussels, Belgium, the daughter of Tovia and Bella Roter. BUT NO !!! Identified as Danielle, not Diane, Roter in the cast of the 1968 television series, "Hondo," was not pleased to learn that the script called for her to do a nude screen. A true shocker! I didnt watch this show much as a youth; just in recent years. Roberta Shore played Judge Garth's daughter Betsy in the first four seasons of The Virginian. Sadly the upcoming Cowboy Up For Vets event has been postponed this year. Only saw it once but loved it, Hope you got to see this episode last night (May 11,2017) on INSP at the 10p(eastern) time slot. No, not Betsy leaving Shiloh!! People frequently ask the main reason for the question Why Did Sara Lane Leave The Virginian? I interviewed Roberta Shore and executive producer Frank Price about her leaving the show. Born and raised as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Shore cites her faith as the primary reason for her decision. My favorites parts on certain episodes were, Trampas quick draw, I always loved the good guy fast gunfighters. Roberta Shore, now 76 years old, was one of the only main female leads on The Virginian, and she now leads a fascinating life.After The Virginian, she appeared in a few TV shows, but she then moved to Utah, where she was a radio DJ in Salt Lake City.While there, she met her now husband, Ron Frederickson, and works with him at the Church of . Thanks Kathy. Great show. Ill have to google her and find out more about her career!! The first season is uneven in quality with the Charles Marquis Warren episodes heavily re-edited (see my book for complete background details to the turmoil at NBC as told to me by executive producer Frank Price). I agree Annette, I was for sure going to make it to the Cowboy Way Fest this year, just to get to shake the hand of the great James Drury, He recently passed away. With Disney, Shore initially auditioned for "The Mickey Mouse Club" but lost out because she towered over the other kids. This was Roberta Shore's last appearance as she left the series to marry in "real life." It was for the most part a satisfying although bittersweet good-bye to Betsy. That's enough to make a baby boomer feel old until the lilt in her voice makes you realize that if you really are as young as you feel, Roberta Shore obviously feels quite young. Would anyone know what season and episode number and/or title? Distractify is a registered trademark. "I moved from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City and never wanted to come back," the devout Mormon explained in a 2016 interview. No way was he called Jim in multiple episodes. After Charles passed on, we got John McIntire and Jeanette Nolan to run the ranch, who were actually husband and wife and often worked together. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. He now seems to be living happily with his wife, Lana. ", In fact, Shore's only return to movie acting after "The Virginian" was with a role in the iconic 1974 LDS short "Cipher in the Snow," produced by the Brigham Young University Motion Picture Studio. The Virginian is one of a kind for sure. This is a common misunderstanding, Sheri. Darrel. Hi Darrel: I interviewed Randy for my book. Because The Virginian was created so long ago, its no surprise that a few of the cast members have passed on. It kinda creeped me out as a kid, but now I am watching al the episodes on DVR and I love it. Eventually, she decided to leave the show, and her character got married and moved away from Wyoming. Cary Grant did not wear a toupee. We take a look at where the cast of stars of The Virginian is now. This wordpress thing didnt appear to post my previous comment. This is when she changed her stage name to "Jymme Shore". If this is a repeat comment I apologize. I only wish Roberta had filmed a reunion episode in a later season. Yes Roberta was a vital part of the original Shiloh family. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Hey Paul, maybe you can clear up some confusion for me. But the most notable role for Roberta on a TV series was as Betsy Garth on The Virginian (1962) for its first three seasons. (LogOut/ On the phone now, she's every bit as cheerful and chipper as she was all those years ago and she doesn't hesitate to throw out that she just turned 67! The first episode of The Virginian, originally broadcast September 19, 1962, is a mediocre story that gives little hint of future heights. I was expecting her boyfriend to have to go back east or to become a traveling union spokesman for Wyoming miners. She got blisters from her new boots, and to make matters worse, was thrown from her horse. Perfect timing for your request!! I started out as a singer, and I did a lot of singing back then. Pete Duel : A Biography (2007, 2009 Large Print edition; Kindle edition) I figured Betsys fiancee would be shot or something right before or after the wedding. Why did Steve Hill leave The Virginian? She appeared many times on episodes of The Mouseketeers, although she herself was not a Mouseketeer as she was deemed too tall. James Drury used that to his advantage in creating a mysterious air surrounding the Shiloh ranch foreman. Good to hear Betsy (Roberta Shore) was as sweet off camera as she was on the show. Yes, that's Shore speaking French and innocently distracting the boys from Funicello in the original "The Shaggy Dog.". A devout Mormon, Shore broke her contract to focus on her marriage and family, retiring at the age of 22. Ten of the ranch's 58 acres are available for riding. Later, she played Ricky Summers in the 1960 movie Because They're Young, Jenny Bell in The Young Savages (1961), and in an uncredited role as Lorna in Stanley Kubrick's 1962 version of Lolita. And I was in 'A Summer Place,' which people still remember.". The Trampas episodes on MFS were a big disappointment for me. I can understand why Betsy quit the show and settled down. Well-admired character actor John McIntire was hired to complete the sixth season. "I'm only five-three-and-a-half but I was too tall. I dont think that ever happened. In the later years the show lost a lot but still enjoyed with all the great actors. I clearly recall my mother crying back in the 1960s when we first watched this episode. A few years earlier the same location (minus Shiloh Ranch) was used in the final scenes of "Spartacus" (1960) where Spartacus (Kirk Douglas) was crucified along with many of his followers. I immediately googled this morning to find out why she left so suddenly. 77 Sunset Strip, The Fugitive and The Rockford Files, "The Awakening" (4:05) - Roberta Shore Leaves 'The Virginian', The Virginian Reunion Photos - Memphis (June 2-4, 2011), 50 Years of The Virginian - Memphis 2012 : Part Two. Duffy Jennings is writing about the . Did Billy Graham speak to Marilyn Monroe about Jesus? Mayfield KY. If I had done more research on the showwhich I do for almost every show I am interested inI would have known this was for real. Back Row: John Saxon, Tony Numkena, Robert Wolders, James Hampton, John Buttram, Roger Mobley, and Bobby Diamond. We love the show. After watching an episode of season 5, I was lost , wanting to know why those three major stars left the show. The information shared above about the question, TOP 9 why did roberta shore leave the virginian BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did robert pattinson and kristen stewart break up BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did robert kardashian die BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did robert fuller leave wagon train BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did robert downey jr. go to jail BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did robert downey jr retire BEST and NEWEST, TOP 8 why did rob gronkowski retire BEST and NEWEST, TOP 9 why did riverdale turn into rivervale BEST and NEWEST. Marilyn (1954-bef. I see her age and shes year older than I am. He told me he left the show because his contract wasnt renewed after season 4. 1964) Pat Woodell (1964-bef. She is notable for her roles in the original Shaggy Dog film and as Betsy Garth on the Western television series The Virginian. Its a wonderful feeling to know the show is still viable after all these years.. All Rights Reserved, Chris Hicks: Say goodbye to Hollywood: Roberta Shore gave up fame for family. I remember Trampas calling the Virginian Jim and I also remember Judge Garth calling him Jim but I dont recall the episodes! The Virginian was a popular Western TV show from the 1960s. Im new here and didnt find a reply arrow on your question, Darrel. After signing with NBC in 1965 Diane Roter refused to have a double do her horseback riding scenes. Roberta was famous for being the only female lead character on the show. Roberta Shore, now 76 years old, was one of the only main female leads on The Virginian, and she now leads a fascinating life. She replaced Roberta Shore who left the series to be married. It is a 4-5 day fest full of activities, this past May, it was held in Ardmore, Ok. He wasnt well and everybody wanted him to go home but he insisted on finishing his part and staying around. 'Smoke That Cigarette'! 1948. But after three seasons of co-starring on "The Virginian" one of television's highest-rated Westerns she quit, breaking a seven-year contract. [on recognizing herself on the soundtrack for "It's a Small World"] "I was the yodeler!" View all posts by PGreen, The Virginian tells Betsy.that Trampas cant be at her wedding because he blubbers at weddings.I think we all blubbered at this wedding. album of "It's a Small World.". Janet. Invoking a time-honored clich, Hollywood movers and shakers warned Shore that if she walked off the show, she would never work in their town again. A heart attack. Your email address will not be published. Im also glad to know Mr. Drury is alive so he can see how much he is admired and how much The Virginian is loved. The Awakening (4:05) directed by Leon Benson, written by Robert Crean and broadcast October 17, 1965,was a turning point for The Virginian and marked the end of the classic early period of the show (1962-1965). We just didnt have a choice. But my parents said that as long as my part was OK, that it was all right. Gary Clarke as Steve Hill. In the second episode of season 9, James Farentino was teaching Trampas how to draw and shoot. Not as good after Lee J. Cobb and Roberta Shore leftbut still good. After The Virginian, she appeared in a few TV shows, but she then moved to Utah, where she was a radio DJ in Salt Lake City. Betsy sang Hang Poor Billy in Season 2 Episode 7 Brother Thaddeus. We never had the opportunity to try to get them to reconsider. He did an interview saying he thought the show was terrible and wished he could buy up all the film and turn it into banjo picks! Episodes were 90-minutes, the writing brilliantly told appealing stories, and big movie stars would walk over broken glass to appear on the show, explained Drury. Memphis Film Festival organizer Ray Nielsen has kindly given me permission to post his photographs from the recent Virginian reunion in Memphis, Tennessee. Kennedy She acted with Mouseketeer Annette Funicello in the late 1950s series Walt Disney Presents: Annette. 106 E. Broadway Street, Ardmore, OK 73401 The scripts were generally followed to the word. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Lee J. Cobb was born on December 9, 1911. Randy Boone left to join Cimmaron Strip and Clu Gulager said at the time that he intended to quit acting to concentrate on directing. [1], At the age of 22, Shore broke her contract to focus on her marriage and family. https://thevirginiantv.wordpress.com/2012/01/21/golden-west-and-tomorrow-themes/, A History of Televisions The Virginian BookReviews, TV Party : "The Virginian-Men From Shiloh" article by Paul Green, A History of Television's The Virginian 1962-1971, Encyclopedia of Weird Westerns (Second Edition), Jeffrey Hunter: The Film, Television, Radio and Stage Appearances, Roy Huggins: Creator of Maverick. You can watch all the episodes of the Virginian on Demand. Shore left the show I realized how much I missed her. Does The Virginian wear a wig? Were anxious to continue with INSP and view the chronological order currently being shown two episodes daily including weekends. I watched this episode for the first time this past Saturday (July 20, 2013), Just started watching The Virginian last Sept. so I did not know this was Roberta Shores last episode. I was glad they wrapped up the main story about the miners in this episode early. "I did regret giving up music," she says. Copyright 2023 Distractify. Happy continued viewing Anne!. He became my best friend and I still miss him terribly you couldn't ask for a better co-star., A familiar and popular guest for years on the western convention and autograph circuit, Drury has been cutting back on travel. Does anyone know what the song is called that Randy is singing in the bunkhouse while Betsy looks out her bedroom window? Diane's father, Tovia, was an actor and director credited as Theodore/. Author: famuse.co. James appeared in many shows, including Ironside, Firehouse, and most famously, Walker, Texas Ranger. These days, Shore spends a lot of time at Western film festivals around the country, participating in roundtable interviews with surviving cast members of "The Virginian," and meeting and signing autographs for fans. played by Linda Blair. Im watching an episode right now! Sheri, thanks for the information about Season 2, Episode 7, where Betsy sang the song Hang Poor Billy. Anonymous Thanks for this informative article. Required fields are marked *. In the years 2011-2013 Diane has participated in each of the reunions for the surviving cast members of The Virginian. No unauthorized advertising is allowed on my weblog.
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