Roger Ewing

Roger Ewing

83 · Born: Jan 12, 1942

Personal Details

BornJan 12, 1942 Los Angeles, California, USA

Biography

Roger Ewing, a talented individual, was born on January 12, 1942, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California. His remarkable acting career, spanning numerous guest appearances on television shows, sitcoms, and movies, has left a lasting impression on the entertainment industry. However, he is most notably recognized for his iconic role as part-time deputy marshal and handyman, Clayton Thaddeus "Thad" Greenwood, in a remarkable thirty-six episodes of the highly acclaimed television western series, Gunsmoke. This esteemed series, starring the illustrious James Arness as the fearless Marshal Matt Dillon of Dodge City, aired from October 2, 1965, to September 25, 1967.

After his departure from Gunsmoke, Ewing continued to showcase his acting prowess in two notable film appearances. He played the role of Donald Maxwell in the western "Smith" (1969),starring the renowned Glenn Ford, and as Nelson in the critically acclaimed drama "Play It As It Lays" (1972),featuring the talented Tuesday Weld and Anthony Perkins. Following this, Ewing made the decision to retire from the acting world and pursue his other passion, photography.

Career

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1972
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1969
Smith!
Smith! as Donald Maxwell
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1965
None But the Brave
None But the Brave as Pvt. Swensholm
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1964
Ensign Pulver
Ensign Pulver as Jackson (uncredited)