Obituary of Pernell Roberts

Pernell Roberts

Pernell Elven Roberts Jr. (born May 18, 1928 in Waycross, Georgia) was a stage actor, TV actor, and singer who was best known for his early role as Ben Cartwright's eldest son Adam Cartwright on the American TV Western series, “Bonanza”. He also famously played chief surgeon Dr. John McIntyre on the TV series "Trapper John, M.D.". Pernell died on January 24, 2010 and his death was because of pancreatic cancer. He died at age 81.

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Pernell Roberts Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Roberts, Pernell
Common Name: Pernell Roberts
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Waycross, Georgia, United States
Birth Date: May 18, 1928
Age: 81 (at death)
Also Known As: The Liberal Cartwrigh
Occupations:

Net Worth: $10 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Prego Pasta Sauce
Favorite Color: Gray
Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
Favorite Actor: Michael Caine

Pernell's Family Tree

Birth Name: Pernell Elven Roberts Jr.
Father: Pernell Elven Roberts Sr.
Mother: Minnie Myrtle Morgan Roberts
Spouse/Partner:

Vera Mowry (married 4 January 1951-divorced 1959)
Judith LeBrecque (married 19 October 1962-divorced 1971)
Kara Knack (married 1 June 1972-divorced 1996)
Eleanor Criswell (married 1997-2010, his death)

Son(s):

Jonathan Christopher Roberts (October 1951-1989)

Death Notice:

Date: January 24 2010 at age 81
Place: Malibu, California, United States
Cause of Death: Pancreatic cancer

Category Tags:

Stage Actor TV Actor Singer American Born on May 18th Born in 1928 Born in Georgia Died in 2010 Died at age 81 Died from Pancreatic cancer

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"Pernell Roberts may have left this world, but his legacy as an actor and activist will continue to inspire and impact future generations. (V)"

"Pernell Roberts had a successful professional life as an actor, known for his iconic role as Adam Cartwright in the TV series "Bonanza," but his death came unexpectedly and left his fans shocked and saddened. (V)"

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