Oh, what a lovely question! Dan Blocker, who played Hoss Cartwright on Bonanza, was indeed a Christian. His faith was an important part of his life, guiding him both on and off the screen. It's wonderful to see how someone's beliefs can shine through in their work and bring joy to others.
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There seems to be some discrepancy in regard to Blocker's faith. Some places he is listed a LDS*, some a Methodist, but a Baptist spoke at his funeral. It appears he was a Christian but what denomination he was is uncertain.
*Latter Day Saints (Mormon)
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Blocker died at his home from a heart attack.
The actor Dan Blocker was married while on Bonanza, but his character Hoss, as with all the men of the Ponderosa, were jinxed when it came to women. Any love interest was was sent away or killed off.
I think you mean Hoss, which was played by actor Dan Blocker.
He died of a pulmonary embolism while in the hospital.