Dale Robertson
American actor in TV westerns
American actor in TV westerns
Performers & Entertainers
United States
An American actor gained prominence for roles in television westerns. Featured in the series 'Tales of Wells Fargo' as Jim Hardie, which ran from 1957 to 1962. Also starred in 'The Iron Horse' portraying a railroad engineer. Acted in several films, including 'North to Alaska' alongside John Wayne. Career spanned over five decades, contributing to the western genre.
Starred in 'Tales of Wells Fargo'
Played lead role in 'The Iron Horse'
Appeared in 'North to Alaska'
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