Bobby Dan Davis Blocker (December 10, 1928 [1] – May 13, 1972) was an American television actor and Korean War veteran, who played Hoss Cartwright in the NBC Western television series Bonanza.

Daniel Block is an American jazz clarinetist who has worked with artists such as Charles Mingus, Toshiko Akiyoshi and Gerry Mulligan. [1] He is a member of the Marty Grosz Band, and also can be found in the pits of various Broadway shows in New York City. [2]

Dan Blocker. Actor: Bonanza. Dan Blocker is one of the true television immortals, having played Hoss Cartwright -- the heart and soul of Bonanza (1959) -- for 13 seasons, before his untimely death in 1972 at the age of 43.

2021年4月18日 · On May 13, 1972, after 13 seasons of playing Eric ‘Hoss’ Cartwright, the even-tempered, gentle-giant, second son of Ben Cartwright on NBC’s Bonanza, actor Dan Blocker suddenly and tragically died. His death complicated things because filming was just about to begin on the classic western final season.

Dan Blocker. Actor: Bonanza. Dan Blocker is one of the true television immortals, having played Hoss Cartwright -- the heart and soul of Bonanza (1959) -- for 13 seasons, before his untimely death in 1972 at the age of 43.

2019年7月12日 · Hollywood's Dan Blocker was an iconic actor whose impact was greatly felt in the 1950s- 1970s. His most famous role was that of Hoss Cartwright in the NBC Western television series Bonanza. There are many interesting facts about Dan Blocker and his career that are worth noting.

2024年12月23日 · Dan Blocker was an American film and TV actor, who is probably best remembered for his performance in the TV series “Bonanza.” He was a war veteran, who served his country in the Korean War.

2021年10月5日 · Bandleader and accomplished reed man Dan Block is an exponent of traditional and swing jazz, and pays homage to the music of Duke Ellington with From His World To Mine: Dan Block Plays The Music Of Duke Ellington.

Dan Block is one such rare individual who can fit into any musical style with ease on many instruments. Block continues to search for musical connections and discovers his own style. Kurt Vonnegut is one of his favourite authors.

Saxophonist/clarinetist Dan Block has a dual reputation in the jazz world: he is well-regarded mainstream player, yet is best known as a specialist in traditional jazz. He’s a diverse talent, fitting like a chameleon into a host of musical genres on a variety of instruments.