Widowed Dad
Lucas McCain’s character ended up becoming a groundbreaking television parent. He was the first depiction of a widowed parent raising a kid on his own. Connors said the show had an appealing and realistic father-son relationship thanks to Sam Peckinpah and his writing skills!
Widowed Dad
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Amazing Athlete
Chuck Connors was a Brooklyn native. Interestingly, he was a member of the first Boston Celtics team, which was formed in 1946! He was the first pro basketball player to ever shatter a backboard. Coaches and scouts recognized his athletic prowess and his sports career took off.
Amazing Athlete
