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Earl Holliman’s Western Journey By Henry C. Parke To say that Earl Holliman was thrilled to be cast with Barbara Stanwyck and Joel McCrea in 1957’s Trooper Hook is a vast understatement. “I’d seen Barbara Stanwyck in…

By Henry C. Parke   I’ll admit it: I was a Western-movie snob for years. I thought, what could a bunch of Europeans know about the American West? Well, the fact is, they grew up…

Robert Duvall: An American Legend Introduction For over seven decades, Robert Duvall has starred on stage and screen—and is considered one of the greatest American actors of all time. Learn about his life, career…and the…

For over five decades, Robert Fuller delighted his fans by starring in great Western movies and the television show that transformed his life forever: Laramie.

By: Alli Bourne-Vanneck Rifles, spurs, and shots fired! There’s no denying the West has produced some of the strongest women in American history. Numerous Western films and television series feature the most epic gunslinging showdowns…

During the height of their success, these beloved starlets’ keen fashion style captivated the public on and off the screen. From the pretty and prim to the provocative and daring—their style choices empowered a generation…

Mitch Vogel, known as Ben Cartwright's fourth son on "Bonanza," shares insights on his role and life after the show. Discover his journey and legacy.

Michael McGreevey: From Actor to Writer By Henry C. Parke As a child and as a teen, Michael McGreevey co-starred in Burt Reynolds’ first Western series, and co-starred in big-screen Westerns with Robert Mitchum, Kirk…

Raquel Welch: Dies at 82, A Hollywood Icon of Strength and Beauty Raquel Welch, a Golden Globe-winning actress renowned for her glamour and beauty, has died at the age of 82. Welch mesmerized movie goers…

This cowboy rides tall in the saddle! From Westerns like Comanche Station and Ride the High Country, Randolph Scott grabs our attention and never lets go.

John Wayne’s The Cowboys turns 50. Discover what became of the young actors who rode alongside him in this unforgettable Western adventure.

Exclusive Interview with Rudy Ramos Continues Rudy Ramos – Wind Breezes to Yellowstone by Henry C. Parke Westerns Ride into the Sunset The early 1970s rang the death knell for most Western series. “The television…

Rudy Ramos – Wind Breezes to Yellowstone By Henry C. Parke When approached at the Lone Pine Film Festival for an interview, actor Rudy Ramos was pleased to discuss not only Felix Long, his character…

Actor, Director, Producer, and Writer: Ed Harris does it all. From The Right Stuff to Apollo 13 and Appaloosa, when Harris stars, failure is not an option.

6 Degrees (More or Less!) of Separation – INSP, and Yellowstone The Road from INSP to Yellowstone No trips to the train station on this tour! But saddle up for a wild ride, nonetheless. This…

What Makes a Hero? PT 109: An American Tale of Courage and Grit in the South Pacific A Leader Steps Up Heroes are often fictional characters, but John F. Kennedy was a real person who…

Robert Taylor – When ‘The Face’ Grew Hard By Henry C. Parke Robert Taylor might not have seemed a likely Western star initially. The MGM leading man shared a problem that few actors but many…

Angie Dickinson appeared in over 50 films across six decades and in Police Woman – the first hour-long dramatic TV series starring a woman. Here’s her story…

Lana Wood: Who The Searchers Were Searching For By Henry C. Parke If there is any one role actress Lana Wood is best known for, it’s as a Bond Girl, the gorgeous and hilariously pushy Plenty O’Toole,…

Hollywood legend Alan Ladd captivated audiences with the calm demeanor and underlying ferocity that made him a star in Westerns like Shane. Here’s his story…

Redford & Newman & George (George WHO?) by Henry C. Parke There has never been, before or since, a teaming of leading men to compare with Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Their image as a duo is so…

Robert Redford: Hollywood Legend Since the late 1950s, Robert Redford has delighted fans of stage and screen with his electrifying presence, great acting, and his flair for storytelling. Actor, Director, and Producer…not to mention heartthrob!…

INSP obituary for The Virginian actor Clu Gulager dead at 93. Gulager played Deputy Sheriff Emmett Ryker opposite James Drury and Doug McClure.

The Voice. The Stache. Sam, the Man… With more than 50 years in the entertainment industry, Sam Elliott commands the screen and turns heads wherever he goes—whether walking the red carpet or running errands around…

Hollywood power couple Sam Elliot and Katharine Ross: their love, marriage, and careers, including co-starring in Conagher, The Shadow Riders, and more.

Barbara Stanwyck as Victoria Barkley on The Big Valley—A Matriarch with Moxie. She’s gutsy, gritty, and glamorous! Don’t mess with this mama—on set or off!

Barbara Stanwyck: Queen of the Screen Barbara Stanwyck delighted fans with her talent, beauty, intelligence, and spirit. From her beginnings as a chorus singer and dancer to her breakout performance on Broadway, and across six…