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The Sad Reason Dennis Weaver Was Written off Gunsmoke

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  • Опубликовано: 5 авг 2024
  • Do you remember watching Dennis Weaver as the character Chester Goode in the show Gunsmoke? Do you feel that his legacy lives on or do fans need to introduce him to a new generation?
    ▬Contents of this video▬
    00:00 - Intro
    00:24 - Dennis Weaver’s Early Life and Career
    01:51 - Dennis Weaver’s Film Career
    03:39 - Dennis Weaver’s Television Career
    05:22 - Dennis Weaver’s Legacy
    06:32 - Outro
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    Regardless, Dennis Weaver was a great actor who was sadly written off Gunsmoke. But this didn’t stop him from working in both film and television for 5 decades. But how did Dennis Weaver get his career started?
    Dennis Weaver was born on the fourth of June, 1924, in Joplin, Missouri. Since his childhood days, he wanted to become an actor and knew it would be a struggle since he didn’t come from a show business background.
    He was also an accomplished athlete and was briefly considering putting acting aside to become an Olympic-level star. However, after performing poorly at his trials he realized that acting was indeed his destiny.
    He began his acting career in the theater. He served as an understudy to actor Lonny Chapman in the play Come Back Little Sheba. He eventually appeared in the play regularly and began honing his acting skills. It was around this time that he decided to join the Actor’s Studio to improve his craft and find more work.
    By the time the 1950s came around, he began landing roles in film and television. He especially became famous for his roles in Westerns - both films and TV shows. His role as Chester Goode in Gunsmoke is perhaps the role he’s best known for.
    Yet, he was sadly written off the show. But what was the sad reason Dennis Weaver was written off Gunsmoke? What were the struggles he had to overcome following his departure from the show and what were his other achievements in his career? His life was full of trials and tribulations and is one that serves as inspiration for anyone.
    Join FactsVerse to learn about Dennis Weaver’s incredible life and career…
    The Sad Reason Dennis Weaver Was Written off Gunsmoke

Комментарии • 738

  • @FactsVerse
    @FactsVerse  2 года назад +35

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    • @jeffstorm
      @jeffstorm 2 года назад +1

      I enjoyed that, but being from Joplin myself Dennis would have pronounced it Missour-ah not Missour-ee! Dennis Weave loved to patronize an Ice Cream place that made their own Ice Cream called "Andersons" which was also a favorite of AJ Foyte plus a few of the other old Hollywood legions.

    • @philgunter6996
      @philgunter6996 2 года назад +2

      Duel was great. Yes should have mentioned Dennis Weaver starring in that movie. McCloud put him on the high cloud of acting.

    • @ralphdurant5450
      @ralphdurant5450 Год назад +2

      I'm a big fan of Chester he was really good

    • @RosieRobinson-ew2gs
      @RosieRobinson-ew2gs Год назад

      I loved chester on Gunsmoke I wouldn't watch the show if chester wasn't in it

    • @calebkyng6525
      @calebkyng6525 2 месяца назад

      Chester n Doc Adam’s crack me up.

  • @superserial1
    @superserial1 2 года назад +39

    I had the pleasure of running into him in a small grocery store in western Colorado a few years before he passed. Unbelievably friendly and sharply dressed for his age. I’ll never forget his genuine smile.

    • @lauraravenscraft1408
      @lauraravenscraft1408 2 года назад +3

      How awesome 😎

    • @lisanealy1703
      @lisanealy1703 Год назад +3

      Cool!!!

    • @Aunt_Bee4738
      @Aunt_Bee4738 Год назад +1

      Oh wow, thx for sharing and glad to hear he wasn't stuck up....I've always liked him....btw whereabouts in western Colorado?

    • @daisylouisecaldwell
      @daisylouisecaldwell Год назад +4

      Daisy. He was perfect as Chester. Chester was such a believable character opposite Matt Dillon -sometimes bumbling, always helpful!! He was awarded an Emmy for Best Supporting Actor; and it was well deserved.

  • @KcityMikeThomas
    @KcityMikeThomas 2 года назад +91

    The early Gunsmokes were the best! The chemistry between, Matt, Chester, Doc and Kitty made them a family and part of our families.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +2

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

    • @thenov1944
      @thenov1944 2 года назад +7

      Festus I think was a much better actor on Gunsmoke ! Some time he just cracked me up ! & some of those family members of his , especially those " Perdy " little nieces of his " Miss Blossom ! L oL

    • @Genetivetexan
      @Genetivetexan 2 года назад +4

      Good, but not "the best." I liked Ken Curtis' (who sang with the Sons of the Pioneers) better as "Festus." Also, he was in bigger movies than Weaver, including some with John Wayne! In any case, the change was positive - and may have extended the length of the series.

    • @Genetivetexan
      @Genetivetexan 2 года назад +4

      @@thenov1944 YES! One of my favorite quips from Festus was, "You think THIS is cold? Fiddle; when I was in Wyoming, I poured some coffee outside and it froze so quick, the ice was still warm!"

    • @cynthiahafele609
      @cynthiahafele609 2 года назад +3

      Completely agree. Loved that cast. Thank you MeTV for allowing me a reunion with this old show.

  • @Merrihelen
    @Merrihelen 2 года назад +40

    My mother was friends with Dennis and Geri Weaver. I met them at a gas station while we were traveling to our cabin in the San Bernardino Mtns. and they were returning home from New Mexico. Geri called out to my mom and they started to talk. I had been a fan of the McCloud TV show and always loved the turquois and silver watchband he wore. When I asked him, he showed me he was wearing it and said he got it in the town McCloud was supposed to be from. Geri chimed in when my dad said how beautiful it was, that she had the catalog at home and would send it to my mom. My mom ordered the watch for my dad for his birthday and after they died, it was left to me as it was my idea to ask about it in the first place, and yes, I still wear it.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +2

      Thank you for sharing your life story. We're very happy to know that you had a chance to meet both Dennis and Geri. Memorable memento indeed 💕

    • @hawkinswalker2609
      @hawkinswalker2609 Год назад

      ThazzzzCool!👍🏾

    • @donnaridings1219
      @donnaridings1219 Год назад +1

      How sweet! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰

  • @dennisscalici4182
    @dennisscalici4182 Год назад +17

    He was one of our great American born actors. He’ll always be remembered RIP

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  Год назад +1

      Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Dennis. May he find peace 😥

  • @psw4763
    @psw4763 2 года назад +77

    Great actor and versatile in roles. One of my favorite movies with him is Duel.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +2

      We feel the same way! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your favorite movie of Dennis Weaver! What other types of videos would you like to see on our channel?

    • @karenharris722
      @karenharris722 5 месяцев назад

      Mine too!!

  • @brettbradshaw3297
    @brettbradshaw3297 2 года назад +141

    You really should have mentioned Weaver's role in Spielberg's Duel in 1971.

    • @swully-ol4lx
      @swully-ol4lx 2 года назад +17

      I can't believe he missed mentioning this iconic movie with Dennis Weaver this is why I remember him is because of Duel.

    • @kimmurphy1683
      @kimmurphy1683 2 года назад +8

      Great movie.

    • @brucep9729
      @brucep9729 2 года назад +11

      They showed one photo from that movie

    • @jonnytheboy7338
      @jonnytheboy7338 2 года назад +5

      And how about the Twilight Zone episode "Shadow Play"? Insanely great job of acting in that episode

    • @truthwarrior4412
      @truthwarrior4412 2 года назад +4

      He showed Dennis standing in front of the duel truck when he mentioned his many made for TV movies. 😉

  • @nadlynncaler5056
    @nadlynncaler5056 2 года назад +15

    I still watch Gunsmoke everyday. Love all of Dennis Weavers roles that he has played. Wonderful actor.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you're still watching Gunsmoke today! What is your favorite episode?

    • @thenov1944
      @thenov1944 2 года назад

      YEs watch it everyday but hate when they show one that i have already seen & to know that so many more were filmed !

    • @stranger_danger1900
      @stranger_danger1900 2 года назад

      @@FactsVerse Pluto TV has a Gunsmoke channel. Gunsmoke 24/7.

    • @karenharris722
      @karenharris722 5 месяцев назад

      Me too! Glad MeTV carries it six days a week!

  • @dorawoody
    @dorawoody 2 года назад +25

    Love Chester he was Great Actor and love Dennis Weaver in everything he started in ❤🙏

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

  • @ozrob8726
    @ozrob8726 2 года назад +6

    Absolute fan of Dennis Weaver. I really loved his McCloud character...so many good TV shows from that era we still enjoy today.

  • @swully-ol4lx
    @swully-ol4lx 2 года назад +75

    I can't believe you failed to mention his movie Duel I was a young boy when this movie was out and I'll always remember Dennis Weaver because of this movie.

    • @paulbare6371
      @paulbare6371 2 года назад +9

      and it was by steven spielburg!!!

    • @marthacarson7561
      @marthacarson7561 2 года назад +7

      My thought, too.

    • @waynefairweather5200
      @waynefairweather5200 2 года назад +4

      Probably my favorite Dennis Weaver movie …. and McCloud my favorite series

    • @swully-ol4lx
      @swully-ol4lx 2 года назад +2

      @@paulbare6371 that it was.👍

    • @trent3872
      @trent3872 2 года назад +5

      In the movie Duel, when he runs out of the diner and chases the truck down the road you can see his track star talent, guy could run. Love that movie.

  • @dirtcop11
    @dirtcop11 2 года назад +34

    When I worked as a construction inspector I did a lot of work in the Kansas City Metro area. I also went through Dodge City, Kansas. But the most interesting thing to happen was when I found myself on an interesting street corner in Overland Park, the corner of Dennis and Weaver. I have kicked myself for not taking a picture of the street signs.

    • @edstipp9687
      @edstipp9687 2 года назад

      Ooo..LP
      Mmmm.p

    • @leahjackson8371
      @leahjackson8371 Год назад +1

      In his hometown of Joplin there was a street named Dennis Weaver Blvd. for years.

  • @johnruggles7739
    @johnruggles7739 2 года назад +38

    Loved this guy. Never saw enough of him. 'McLoud' was my favourite out of all Universal's Mystery Movies TV series. He appears in one of my all-time favourite Western movies, 'Duel at Diablo', with Sidney Poitier and James Garner. It's a little known movie which I recommend to anyone. He gives a masterful performance as a really unpleasant, bitter man with a dark secret who you actually feel sorry for as he approaches his end. As Sam McLoud would say - " There you go - Country"

    • @modoc852
      @modoc852 2 года назад +3

      Yeah he was so good as McCloud that Mick Jagger put it in a song... you know, hay hay hee hee get offa McCloud. Old joke....sorry.

    • @garyginther6742
      @garyginther6742 2 года назад +2

      Didn't McCloud go galloping on a horse through Manhattan?
      "Thar y'go."

    • @johnruggles7739
      @johnruggles7739 2 года назад +2

      Yeah - sure did? That clip was included in the opening credits of all episodes.
      P

    • @DavidRLentz
      @DavidRLentz 2 года назад +1

      McCloud

    • @garyginther6742
      @garyginther6742 2 года назад +1

      @@DavidRLentz "Thar y'go."

  • @thenavylady4630
    @thenavylady4630 2 года назад +62

    I love Chester and Dennis Weaver. We are watching reruns of Gunsmoke now, and I really prefer the older episodes with Chester in them. It's fascinating to watch him act. So sweet and simple. I read that when they cast Chester, they wanted to make Marshal Dillon always imposing, so Dennis came up with a limp to make him more of a supportive character. I love that guy.

    • @genehart261
      @genehart261 2 года назад +7

      Half hour black and white episodes ALWAYS the best!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for sharing your favorite cast members and also for your beautiful message to Chester. What is your favorite episode?

    • @modoc852
      @modoc852 2 года назад +4

      I liked the banter between Chester and Doc,kinda reminded me of some colorful characters in my small hometown growing up. I don’t believe they could make a weekly show like Gunsmoke or The Beverly Hillbillies or any of the late 50’s early 60’s family shows nowadays.

    • @virginiacook2724
      @virginiacook2724 2 года назад +1

      I do too.

    • @modoc852
      @modoc852 2 года назад

      Seems to me the character of Chester was supposed to be a simple kind of guy sort of a look out for the marshal on the Gunsmoke radio show which carried over to the tv show.

  • @patriciaadkins1841
    @patriciaadkins1841 2 года назад +14

    Loved Chester on Gunsmoke and Dennis did a great job on all his characters. RIP

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We feel the same way! Thank you for watching our content. What other types of videos would you like to see on our channel?

  • @thesixshooter6506
    @thesixshooter6506 8 месяцев назад +1

    Big fan of Dennis Weaver. Especially his iconic role as Chester on Gunsmoke. He brought so much depth to the character and his interactions with the other characters... especially Doc... were priceless.

  • @princesspeach4864
    @princesspeach4864 2 года назад +2

    Yes I am a huge fan of Dennis Weaver. I grew up with him on Gunsmoke, and Gentle Ben. He was the greatest. I also like the fact that he remained married to his high-school sweetheart. Never changed. RIP forever.

  • @aviatortrucker6198
    @aviatortrucker6198 2 года назад +45

    He was in Stevens Spielberg‘s first movie which was made for TV called “Duel”, about a rouge truck driver chasing Dennis Weaver who was a salesman in his car. He showed off his athletic ability when in one scene he runs out of the diner and chases the truck on foot. You can see him sprinting like a track star even though he was in business attire. He also appeared in one episode of the twilight zone call shadow play which he did a great job.

    • @hunt3r36
      @hunt3r36 2 года назад

      I don'tknow who directed the movie "Devil Truck", (if I have the title right), but wasn't Dennis in that one also? If it was him, I think he did a heck of a job in that too.

    • @michaelwyckoff7593
      @michaelwyckoff7593 Год назад +2

      I liked the movie DUEL

    • @michaelwyckoff7593
      @michaelwyckoff7593 Год назад +2

      @@hunt3r36 it's called DUEL

    • @hunt3r36
      @hunt3r36 Год назад +2

      I say it again, Dennis Weaver was a very good actor, a great talent. Miss him.

    • @michaelwyckoff7593
      @michaelwyckoff7593 Год назад +1

      @@hunt3r36 he was excellent in the role of Chester Good. I really liked Chester

  • @ldchappell1
    @ldchappell1 2 года назад +13

    Even though its a TV movie "Duel" is Dennis Weaver's masterpiece. "Duel" and "Vanishing Point" where the first two DVDs I ever bought.
    Two great road thrillers from the early 70s.

    • @jamesburns2232
      @jamesburns2232 2 года назад +3

      The Movie, "Vanishing Point" inspired many cannon ball run attempts. 🤠

  • @stevenordstedt2535
    @stevenordstedt2535 2 года назад +9

    What an exciting and good life Dennis Weaver had. And a great actor to.
    God Bless Dennis Weavers soul Jesus!
    We need more people like him in 2022.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Thank you for your beautiful message to Dennis! What is your favorite role of him?

  • @modoc852
    @modoc852 2 года назад +62

    I have to agree Duel was probably his best acting,although it was kind of an off the wall movie. Not to take anything away from Ken Curtis’s portrayal of Festus on Gunsmoke but I believe the best years of Gunsmoke were the first six ,before the show went to an hour long format.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +2

      Well said, we absolutely agree! Thank you for watching our content. What other types of videos would you like to see on our channel?

    • @Riogi
      @Riogi 2 года назад +4

      I agree with you. I prefer the half-hour episodes and found them to be amazing!

    • @lesreed9269
      @lesreed9269 2 года назад

      It was Gun Law first - in the UK

    • @KL-fs1tv
      @KL-fs1tv 2 года назад +4

      "Duel" is always his best performance in my books, I much enjoy him still today, I watch him on TV a lot when "Gunsmoke" comes on. That "Duel" is one of my all time favorites it was intense, I also agree that the 30 min. format was better than 1hr. show. Also to I enjoyed Ken Curtis both great actors.

    • @hunt3r36
      @hunt3r36 2 года назад +2

      I completely loved Ken Curtis as Festus and when coupled with Doc Adams, it was shear pleasure.

  • @pbj4toast
    @pbj4toast 2 года назад +10

    Both Dennis Weaver and Ken Curtis were very good singers and I have enjoyed hearing them sing.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you were able to see both of these great singers! Thank you for watching our video ♥

    • @thenov1944
      @thenov1944 2 года назад

      FESTUS All The Way ! ! !

  • @Riogi
    @Riogi 2 года назад +9

    Dennis Weaver did a great job in every role he performed. He is a legendary actor, and no one will ever forget him.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +1

      We feel the same way! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

  • @stflaw
    @stflaw 2 года назад +7

    You might have mentioned Weaver's role in Duel, Steven Spielberg's movie directorial debut. He had to carry the movie all by himself and did a masterful job of it.

  • @derekgharris
    @derekgharris 2 года назад +20

    He was also starred in an episode of “the twilight zone” in season 1(1961)called “Shadow Play”. I would consider that episode a classic.

  • @josephjohnson8520
    @josephjohnson8520 2 года назад +45

    Dennis was a wonderful actor on Gunsmoke.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +2

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

    • @craigsped
      @craigsped 2 года назад +2

      A great but overlooked role by Dennis Weaver is that of RJ Poteet in the miniseries “Centennial.”

    • @dianabaskin1944
      @dianabaskin1944 2 года назад

      Joseph Johnson That was the only role I remember him playing,

    • @Genetivetexan
      @Genetivetexan 2 года назад

      @@dianabaskin1944 What about his starring in, "McCloud?"

  • @garym9356
    @garym9356 2 года назад +6

    I was always a huge fan of Dennis Weaver..Sad day when he passed away.

  • @dianelawrence1087
    @dianelawrence1087 2 года назад +7

    I loved McCcloud and his comedic timing even though this was a serious show. His boss was wonderful as well. Wish they still did reruns

  • @radicalross7700
    @radicalross7700 2 года назад +98

    I'm puzzled about your calling Dennis Weaver's reason for leaving Gunsmoke "sad". There's nothing sad about an actor wanting to pursue different types of roles and wanting to avoid typecasting. It's perfectly normal and understandable. Most actors don't want to be pigeonholed into one role or type. Plus, Dennis Weaver proved he wss talented enough to play different types and avoid the trap of typecasting. Nothing sad about that.

    • @Playbyplaymedia
      @Playbyplaymedia 2 года назад +9

      Thanks for saving me from getting sucked in by a dubious title.

    • @dianabaskin1944
      @dianabaskin1944 2 года назад +7

      It may have been said for some of his fans who enjoyed watching him every week.

    • @johnjohnon8767
      @johnjohnon8767 2 года назад +6

      Mccloud

    • @crystalbelle2349
      @crystalbelle2349 2 года назад +5

      @Timothy Ross I think emotional words like “sad” serve as better click bate for higher viewings but agree with you bc he did great as McCloud & other characters. All over thought this is still an interesting piece about him and I think would have got plenty of attention and clicks without the word sad, considering the actor himself and his talent. It was an interesting review about Dennis Weaver as Chester, enjoyed by most, so much appreciated :)

    • @okijima15
      @okijima15 2 года назад +2

      You got that right!

  • @ernestl.thomas762
    @ernestl.thomas762 2 года назад +15

    "DUEL" was his best role directed by a young Stephen Spielberg.

    • @harperstacey9604
      @harperstacey9604 2 года назад

      Why was the truck driver in the movie, stalking Dennis Weaver? From Ms. Harper Stacey.

  • @hunt3r36
    @hunt3r36 2 года назад +4

    YES! We loved Dennis Weaver. Whatever he did in any role, he did it EXCELLENTLY. God rest him. He deserved it.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Glad to know that you're a fan of Dennis! Which Gunsmoke episode is the most memorable for you?

    • @hunt3r36
      @hunt3r36 2 года назад

      @@FactsVerse I could NOT pick 1 episode. Like I said before, whatever he did, I ENJOYED.

    • @jackilynpyzocha662
      @jackilynpyzocha662 11 месяцев назад

      I liked him "Demon Seed"

  • @bobbycline5413
    @bobbycline5413 Год назад +1

    Loved his style of going from nervous to really getting angry and brave. I loved his role as Chester and Duel was masterful!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  Год назад

      Us too! Thanks for the trip down memory lane. We're very happy to know that you're a fan of Dennis. What other types of video would you like to see on our channel?

  • @drjprice
    @drjprice Год назад +4

    My family and I met him at his Restaurant and Theater in Ouray Colorado. A real gentleman and saw his home which he built out of used tires and other products.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  Год назад

      We're very happy to know that you had a nice time with Dennis! Which Gunsmoke episode is the most memorable for you?

  • @Valor_73737
    @Valor_73737 2 года назад +5

    I especially liked Weaver's role as Poteet, the trail boss on the cattle drive in Centennial.

    • @PattyM1957
      @PattyM1957 2 года назад

      MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE.. RJ Poteet

  • @jamcam2760
    @jamcam2760 2 года назад +7

    In all that you did say about Weaver,there was no mention of his role as McCloud, the lawman from Taos,New Mexico, which was on in the 1970's.

    • @rockzulla
      @rockzulla 2 года назад +1

      I LIKED DENNIS WEAVER ON GOMSMOKE AND IN THE TV SERIES McCLOUD HE WAS GREAT IN EVERYTHING THAT HE DID.

  • @dr.edwinaboggs450
    @dr.edwinaboggs450 2 года назад +19

    I was a fan of Chester on Gunsmoke.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Glad you were a fan of Chester and thank you for watching our content! Stay safe and have a great day ahead 👍

  • @patsyguzman9012
    @patsyguzman9012 2 года назад +6

    Loved him on McCloud he was on olanother show as McCloud i remember him riding a horse thu New York city

  • @tsunami3240
    @tsunami3240 2 года назад +4

    I’m glad I caught this story about Dennis Weaver, you answered a question I had about him. I always wondered if he really had a disability or was that just part of the show. Now I know ! If they just wanted him to have a limp they sure went overboard.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Our pleasure! Is Dennis Weaver your favorite actor?

  • @lindarenslow8057
    @lindarenslow8057 Год назад +1

    Dennis Weaver was a very good actor. I missed him when he left Gunsmoke. I was very happy to see him in other movies. Will miss seeing him.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  Год назад

      Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Dennis! Which episode of Gunsmoke appealed to you the most?

  • @carlossantiago323
    @carlossantiago323 2 года назад +8

    Dennis Weaver was an excellent actor and the character Chester good was awesome so awesome I'm watching Gunsmoke right now LOL thank you for the video

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed this video. What other types of videos would you like to see?

    • @carlossantiago323
      @carlossantiago323 2 года назад

      Thank you for your reply I appreciate it and Dennis Weaver did a episode on Twilight Zone and it was good acting thank you again

  • @MarkSmith-vx5yy
    @MarkSmith-vx5yy 2 года назад +1

    That "bless your heart" role along with his exaggerated southern drawl and hint of naivety was a perfect match to James Arnass' character. The various writers, producers and directors - MacDonald, Hite, mclaglen, and others we're A+ in putting it all together as well.

  • @gaymichaelis7581
    @gaymichaelis7581 Год назад

    Yes, I was a fan of Dennis Weaver!!!! really liked him and gunsmoke, and liked him in other roles over the years!!! I loved his southern/western accent in Gunsmoke and his limp!! it is so sad to hear about all the different actors/actresses, and their passing!! he is missed!! Still love, your grades, voice, narrator!! And your presentation!! Thank you so very much for these great videos of different stars in…❤🙏😇👋👍

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  Год назад

      Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Dennis. Which Gunsmoke episode is the most memorable for you?

  • @sandydimond3363
    @sandydimond3363 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing this information. It makes absolute sense

  • @ronrobertson59
    @ronrobertson59 2 года назад +2

    I watch Gunsmoke 6 days a week still on Me TV. I've watched it since the 50s. Chester was a great character.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Glad to know that you're still watching the reruns of Gunsmoke! Which episode is your favorite?

  • @jovanweismiller7114
    @jovanweismiller7114 2 года назад +3

    I loved Chester! I remember the first season or so of the TV series being simulcast on radio. We didn't have a TV set yet, but my grandparents did. We would drive to their house listening to the show on the car radio, then rush into the house to watch the rest of the episode in glorious black and white!

    • @rongendron8705
      @rongendron8705 2 года назад

      I'm about your age & they also simulcast "Dragnet" on the radio! I remember
      when we got our first t.v. ,my grandmother refused to watch it on t.v. &
      continued to listen to it, in another room!("Gunsmoke was a groundbreaking show!)

  • @daviddillon4924
    @daviddillon4924 2 года назад +10

    It’s amazing how things work out for the best. Ken Curtis was a good supporting actor, all the way back to The Searchers, but he became an icon as Festus Hagen.
    I didn’t think Gunsmoke would survive the loss of Chester, but was I ever wrong.
    Btw, McCloud was my favorite Dennis Weaver role, but was he ever a great Chester?!

    • @sking2173
      @sking2173 2 года назад

      Don Knotts would have been a perfect Chester …

    • @kathleennorton6108
      @kathleennorton6108 2 года назад +3

      I think that the different deputies served the show well. Each one was special. Festus was great!

    • @auggydogg3680
      @auggydogg3680 2 года назад +1

      "there ya go"

  • @pattyphillips7117
    @pattyphillips7117 2 года назад +1

    I still watch Gunsmoke every day on Insp channel. It is one of my favorites of all the western shows

  • @annettehellingrath8288
    @annettehellingrath8288 2 года назад +3

    I loved the movie Duel so much I bought it. The first time I saw it I had chills go up and down my spine. These days I still love to watch it the odd time, everything about that movie was excellent. I watched some guy online who went to the house the movie started with and to the wreckage of the vehicles, which are apparently still there.

  • @xizang3815
    @xizang3815 2 года назад +1

    DUEL. One of the best films I've ever seen. Incredible.

  • @EDBZ28
    @EDBZ28 2 года назад +1

    I’m younger, but a huge fan of Gunsmoke. It took me a while to warm up to Chester, but after seeing Dennis’s talent for performing that role, Chester really grew on me. I’ve watched MANY MANY gunsmoke episodes on ME-TV, but I can’t pinpoint which episode and how they wrote Chester off...anyone help me on this?

  • @ernestl.thomas762
    @ernestl.thomas762 2 года назад +7

    Big fan. Thank you for honoring him.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Glad to know that you're a big fan! What other types of videos would you like to see?

  • @michellejohnson2233
    @michellejohnson2233 2 года назад +1

    Favorite actor, Dennis, and all-time TV character -- Chester. Duel may be his best movie.

  • @marticannell9178
    @marticannell9178 2 года назад +2

    Yes, I still watch Gunsmoke every day !!!!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      You're a true fan! Which episode are you watching now?

  • @ronrice2249
    @ronrice2249 2 года назад +1

    I liked Chester. We watched Gunsmoke faithfully since it was my dad's favorite western.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you love Gunsmoke! What is your favorite episode?

  • @gregbolitho9775
    @gregbolitho9775 2 года назад

    Another 1 of my top 30 Actors., Thanks Dennis!

  • @WilliamSmith-iz2kl
    @WilliamSmith-iz2kl 2 месяца назад

    Dennis was so versatile. Ranging from a mild mannered side kick to a strong hero. His work was amazing, he is sorely missed. 😇❤️🥰

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 месяца назад

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  • @rosemiller7245
    @rosemiller7245 2 года назад +1

    Still watch GUNSMOKE every day. I LOVE THAT SHOW, and all of the westerns.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you're still watching Gunsmoke up to this day. Which episode is the most memorable for you?

  • @reggieringgoldjr68
    @reggieringgoldjr68 10 месяцев назад +1

    Dennis was a Great Actor, and I loved Him in Gunsmoke as Chester Goode........🙏🏾🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾👍🏾

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  10 месяцев назад

      Well said, we strongly concur! Thank you for watching our content and for sharing your thoughts. What other types of video would you like to see?

  • @rayburton4867
    @rayburton4867 9 месяцев назад +2

    CHESTER WAS UNDOUBTEDLY MARSHAL DILLION’S BEST SIDE MAN! HE COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH AND CRY! RIP DENNIS WEAVER 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @muffassa6739
    @muffassa6739 2 года назад +1

    I loved ♥ Dennis Weaver and Ken Curtis ❤ they were both awesome 🙌

  • @darlenelockridge476
    @darlenelockridge476 2 месяца назад

    Always enjoyed seeing Mr. Dennis Weaver in Gunsmoke or McCloud. He was very talented. Am appreciative of his military service. May he RIP.

  • @waynelove8386
    @waynelove8386 2 года назад +6

    I really also enjoyed him in McCloud.

    • @harperstacey9604
      @harperstacey9604 2 года назад

      Dennis Weaver was also on a TV show called, gentle Ben. From Ms. Harper Stacey.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Us too! Aside from McCloud, what other types of videos would you like to see on our channel?

  • @jayoneill1533
    @jayoneill1533 2 года назад +9

    Weaver was fantastic as Chester Goode. He always called Matt Mr Dillon and I think the limp was explained as a Civil War injury.

    • @beverlyensey8007
      @beverlyensey8007 2 года назад +1

      No, he fell out of a window of a building as explanation for the limp he developed to make him less attractive for the role. It was shown in one of the early episodes.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

    • @modoc852
      @modoc852 2 года назад +1

      Chester was also a self proclaimed coffee connoisseur on the show.

    • @arenagroup1
      @arenagroup1 Год назад

      Was never explained. From the scripts, Chester was in the Civil War, was in Richmond when it fell, but also was in the cavalry in the Indian Wars after CW, in Texas or KS; also was a cowboy after the war -- so where he got injured is never certain. Weaver claimed he never bothered to imagine Chester's backstory. I didn't believe him.

  • @Jd-zk8zl
    @Jd-zk8zl 2 года назад +4

    Even though the series didn't last long, Gentle Ben was a good show. I enjoyed watching it.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +1

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

  • @pascalnoet8717
    @pascalnoet8717 2 года назад +1

    I remember Dennis Weaver at his best as the policeman in Mcloud, there i really discovered him, i saw plenty of those feuilletons, they were very exciting for me as for my brother, we watched almost every episode, he was charming, gentle and kind and stayed a real cowboy like in almost the rest of his films, you were good Dennis!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for your beautiful message for Dennis! Be on the lookout for our next video 💕

  • @erinbedard6374
    @erinbedard6374 2 года назад +1

    Oh I remember him very much. Great job on the video.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed this video. What other types of videos would you like to see?

    • @erinbedard6374
      @erinbedard6374 2 года назад

      @@FactsVerse you are very welcome. What about a video of James Dean. I love James Dean.

  • @paulacaudill5227
    @paulacaudill5227 2 года назад

    Yes! I love watch Dennis Weaver, great actor!

  • @SuperChicken666
    @SuperChicken666 11 месяцев назад

    He was cast as Chester Proudfoot. The name was changed for the TV show. But we did manage to pronounce all the names right this time. I'm impressed.😊❤

  • @rogerlucas1893
    @rogerlucas1893 2 года назад +2

    I agree, Duel was an excellent performance by a fine actor!!!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We agree! Thank you for watching our content. Be on the lookout for our next video!

  • @ronaldmcallister3355
    @ronaldmcallister3355 2 месяца назад +1

    I remember Dennis Weaver from watching McCloud when I was a kid. God rest his soul.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 месяца назад

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  • @frankmoreau8847
    @frankmoreau8847 2 года назад +1

    The only thing sad about Weaver leaving Gunsmoke was the way it was handled by the Gunsmoke storyline. Starting in season 8, sometimes he was there, other times he wasn't. When he wasn't there in seasons 8 and 9 it was often as though he never existed. His Chester character did start to evolve as someone who could pick up a gun and get the job done as seen in the "Quints Trail" Episode 9.7. But, shortly after was his last episode and no explanation for his departure was written in for the viewers.

  • @concretecaveman7666
    @concretecaveman7666 2 года назад +3

    I didn't hear any mention of McCloud. He was nominated twice for that show.

  • @peter4Flags
    @peter4Flags 2 года назад

    Yes ‘I like Dennis Weaver. Thanks for this upload.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

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  • @patrickfennell6372
    @patrickfennell6372 2 года назад +6

    Mc Cloud was his best role. He was perfect in that role.

    • @harperstacey9604
      @harperstacey9604 2 года назад +1

      Dennis Weaver was in a scary TV movie called, Don't go to sleep. From Ms. Harper Stacey.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

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  • @donnascott2617
    @donnascott2617 2 года назад +3

    I thought his roll in "Duel" was riveting and Classic. The only other roll that I thought he performed better (perfection;) was in a TV movie called "Harvest" (I think, since I only saw it once and always hoped to view again...just to see if it held up as strongly as my first viewing) about a farmer and his crew/family trying urgently to save the harvest still in the fields with drastic weather moving in. I rarely watch a show more than once; but, I'd happily sit through that one again! RIP Great Actor, from your forever fan, Donna in TX
    just noted my error with "roll" instead of "role", LOL, I need a proof-reader over here!

  • @davidnaler8303
    @davidnaler8303 2 года назад +4

    Enjoyed his work very much and miss him.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're glad to know that you love Dennis Weaver! What other types of videos would you like to see on our channel?

  • @victoriabourgeois3273
    @victoriabourgeois3273 Год назад

    People who lived in Western Slope of Co., said Dennis was so friendly to everyone. He was very grounded, and very personable.

  • @georgepepper956
    @georgepepper956 2 года назад +1

    I ran into Dennis Weaver in Hollywood and went into the studio with him as we were talking Joan Collins ran into and told me to get out. Dennis jumped up and told her where to go. A few minutes later Meridith Baxter Burney came in and he told her the same thing. She ran off also. A real down to earth man. I was saddened by his death, Loved him........................

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to hear that you had a chance to meet Dennis. Thank you for sharing this. How was he personally?

  • @jayham1970
    @jayham1970 Год назад

    I always loved Chester on Gunsmoke. His character was as honest as a day’s work. He was lovable. I liked Festus, but to me the deputy in Gunsmoke will always be Chester.

  • @SimplySharon57
    @SimplySharon57 2 года назад

    I was never a fan of Dennis' until I started binge watching Gunsmoke. IMHO, he should have stayed there. That was (again IMHO) his best work.

  • @susandrapin3902
    @susandrapin3902 2 года назад

    I enjoyed the content and delivery.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed this video. What other types of videos would you like to see?

  • @michaelnobles6774
    @michaelnobles6774 2 года назад

    Great character and actor. Never forget him. Still watch Gunsmoke.

  • @uliuli201
    @uliuli201 2 года назад +1

    What a great vid. Great info. Great person. Thanks.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching! We're so glad you enjoyed this video. What other types of videos would you like to see?

    • @uliuli201
      @uliuli201 2 года назад

      @@FactsVerse Almost any western series. Rifleman...Chuck Conners. He was a Boston Celtic in the late 50's. The Arness brothers. They were actually both...6'7"...or so. Wild...Wild West. Sadly...in real life...Artimus Gordon had illness at end of the series. So many choices. Anything you do...is Golden. Waiting for your next vid.

  • @patriciaberry8936
    @patriciaberry8936 2 года назад +1

    I likes Dennis very well. I ready like that show McCloud. Hated when I couldn't watch it anymore.

  • @annettewyllie8763
    @annettewyllie8763 2 года назад

    Am still watching gun smoke in 2022 He really do the limping good ,love the see him.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you're a fan of Gunsmoke! Who is your favorite cast member?

  • @suerobbins1015
    @suerobbins1015 2 года назад

    Yes Chester Good in GunSmoke was a great actor. Saw him in numerous other movies also. Very good.

  • @joybyfield858
    @joybyfield858 2 года назад +1

    We always had to watch anything that Dennis Weaver was in and then I found out he was my grandmother's cousin and that's why we had to watch all that

  • @jcnme
    @jcnme 2 года назад

    Watching Him on Gunsmoke right now. Absolutely Love Him and will Always Miss Him ❤️

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you love both Dennis and Gunsmoke. Which episode is the most memorable for you?

  • @rockzulla
    @rockzulla 2 года назад +2

    GUNSMOKE TO ME WAS ONE OF THE BEST WESTERNS OF ALL TIMES EVERYONE WHO WAS ON GUNSMOKE WAS GREAT SO WAS DENNIS WEAVER. LOVE DENNIS IN THE MOVIE DUEL HE WAS GREAT IN IT.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Glad to know that you love Dennis and Gunsmoke. Thanks for sharing. Which episode appealed to you the most?

    • @arenagroup1
      @arenagroup1 Год назад

      Gunsmoke is well known to have been the greatest drama TV series in all time.

  • @Aunt_Bee4738
    @Aunt_Bee4738 Год назад

    Luv DW & the limp was a brilliant add on bc it definitely gave his character, character. And yes of course u should mention his military service & should have added in more details about that....that's an extremely big event in a man's life and it was great added info.

  • @paulinegulas3565
    @paulinegulas3565 2 года назад

    I only no him on Gunsmoke, I haven’t even seen any of the other shows,that I no of,,but I would probably love them because I am a western person,, I love western movies!and I can watch them over and over and never get tired of them! He was one of my favorite players,

  • @rodcain7995
    @rodcain7995 2 года назад +1

    I LOVED CHESTER IN GUNSMOKE AND AND NOBODY COULD REPLACE HIM. I STILL WATCH ALL RERUNS.

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      Beautiful words, thank you for your message for Chester. Which Gunsmoke episode is the most memorable for you?

  • @rosemiller7245
    @rosemiller7245 2 года назад +1

    You doggone right, everyone loved Chester Good.

  • @drummerbraves
    @drummerbraves 2 года назад +1

    There's an episode of Gunsmoke from 1974 where they mentioned Chester and Quint moving away from Dodge City as Matt and Doc Adams were looking at a jury list.

  • @daphnefoster1165
    @daphnefoster1165 2 года назад +1

    I love Chester. I watch Gunsmoke every day

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      We're happy to know that you're a fan of Chester and Gunsmoke. Which episode appealed to you the most?

    • @daphnefoster1165
      @daphnefoster1165 2 года назад

      There were so many but the episode where something was happening that Chester needed Matt immediately. He ran down the sidewalk toward the Marshall's office yelling for him and jumped down three or four steps with his stiff leg and never missed a beat. I doubt if he could ever repeat the feat again. A more serious episode was when a couple of men roped him and dragged him out in the plains.

  • @ventureoffroading
    @ventureoffroading 2 года назад +1

    I idolized him when I was a young boy. His abhorrence for violence and positive demeanor even in the face of adversity was appealing to me.

  • @ronniebishop2496
    @ronniebishop2496 2 года назад +1

    Actually he went to the university of Oklahoma and was a track star setting records. He also studied drama there and that’s a very important part of his early life you left out, because his failure at the Olympics behind the great Bob Mathius inspired him to stay in New York and act.

  • @jamessnow8060
    @jamessnow8060 2 года назад +1

    Loved him in every role! I watched him alot on the older series but McCloud was my favorite!!

    • @FactsVerse
      @FactsVerse  2 года назад

      A true Dennis Weaver fan spotted! Thank you for sharing your favorite role of him.

  • @donnaridings1219
    @donnaridings1219 Год назад

    My boys love the old Westerns. So glad bc they are so much better than anything else on TV right now!

  • @champaigne16
    @champaigne16 2 года назад

    I love watching Gunsmoke with Dennis Weaver.