Michael Landon (born Eugene Maurice Orowitz; October 31, 1936 – July 1, 1991) was an American actor, writer, director, and producer. He is known for his roles as Little Joe Cartwright in Bonanza (1959–1973), Charles Ingalls in Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983), and Jonathan Smith in Highway to Heaven (1984–1989). Landon appeared on the cover of TV Guide 22 times, second only to Lucille Ball.

Michael Landon

Acting Born October 31, 1936 – Died July 1, 1991 Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Michael Landon (born Eugene Maurice Orowitz; October 31, 1936 – July 1, 1991) was an American actor, writer, director, and producer. He is known for his roles as Little Joe Cartwright in Bonanza (1959–1973), Charles Ingalls in Little House on the Prairie (1974–1983), and Jonathan Smith in Highway to Heaven (1984–1989). Landon appeared on the cover of TV Guide 22 times, second only to Lucille Ball.

Known For

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

Self

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

Self - Guest Host

The Mike Douglas Show

Self - Co-Host

Bonanza

Joe Cartwright

Match Game

Self

Falcon Crest

Little House on the Prairie

Charles Ingalls

Matinee Theater

Tonight Starring Jack Paar

Self

The Rifleman

The Rifleman

Billy Mathis

Studio One

Augie Barone