Lorne Greene

TV Actor

Birthday February 12, 1915

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Ottawa, Canada

DEATH DATE Sep 11, 1987 (72)

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About

Played the role of Ben Cartwright on TV's Bonanza for 14 years and followed it up with a role in the quickly canceled crime show, Griff.

Before Fame

He earned the nickname, Chaim at an early age from his mother.

Trivia

Originally from Ontario, Ottawa - he acted in a number of TV shows including Battle Star Galactica.

Family Life

He married Rita Hands in 1938, and together the couple had twins.

Associated With

He starred in TV's hit series, Bonanza with Pernell Roberts.

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