Ken Curtis (born Curtis Wain Gates; [1] July 2, 1916 – April 28, 1991) [2] was an American actor and singer best known for his role as Festus Haggen on the Western television series Gunsmoke.

Festus Haggen (played by Ken Curtis) is Matt Dillon's deputy marshal and one of the main characters of Gunsmoke who would first appear in the Season 8 episode "Us Haggens" (episode #13, December 8, 1962).

Curtis branched out into film production in the 1950s with two extremely low-budget monster films, The Killer Shrews (1959) and The Giant Gila Monster (1959), but he is best known for his long-running role as Festus Hagen, the scruffy, cantankerous deputy in the long-running TV series Gunsmoke (1955).

2022年8月9日 · Festus finally became deputy marshal because Dillon’s deputy of nine seasons, Chester, left the show. Dennis Weaver, who played Chester, started his program and had to leave Gunsmoke . The switch happened in season nine, in the episode “The Prairie Wolfer.”

2022年10月23日 · Gunsmoke actor Ken Curtis brought Festus Haggen to the television show for more than half of its run. However, the personality of the character came from John Ford’s The Searchers, which...

2021年9月25日 · Ken Curtis, the actor behind beloved Gunsmoke character Festus Haggen and the son-in-law of Western film director John Ford, had quite the career as a singer, with his musical past creating...

2024年4月26日 · Festus Haggen, portrayed by Ken Curtis, evolved from a secondary character to a beloved central figure in “Gunsmoke,” significantly defining the series with his blend of humor, wisdom, and depth.

In summary, Festus’ departure from Gunsmoke was a significant moment in the series, but the show continued on with new characters and storylines. Ken Curtis’ portrayal of Festus Haggen remains one of the most iconic in television history, and …

2024年12月1日 · Ken Curtis was an American singer and actor, probably best known for playing Festus Haggen in the long-running television series “Gunsmoke” (1964-1975), among several other notable roles he had during his career.

Festus, portrayed by actor Ken Curtis, became a fan favorite for his quirky personality and unforgettable quotes. In this article, we have compiled a collection of Festus Haggen quotes that will make you laugh, reflect, and appreciate the timeless charm of this iconic character.