Roger Ewing, known for ‘Gunsmoke’, dead at 83
‘Gunsmoke’ actor Roger Ewing, 83, passed away in Morro Bay, California
Roger Ewing, known for ‘Gunsmoke’, dead at 83
Roger Ewing, best known for his role as deputy marshal Thad Greenwood on the long-running TV western Gunsmoke, has died at the age of 83.
His family announced in an obituary that he passed away on December 18, 2025, in Morro Bay, California. No cause of death was disclosed.
Ewing first appeared on Gunsmoke in February 1965, at the age of 23, playing a character named Ben Lukens before returning to the series as Thad Greenwood, the role that made him a fan favorite.
Before his television success, Ewing made his onscreen debut in 1964 with an uncredited role in the film Ensign Pulver and appeared in guest roles on other popular shows that year.
After leaving acting in the early 1970s, Ewing pursued a career in photography, traveling extensively across Mexico, Russia, Europe, and the South Pacific.
Later in life, he became involved in local politics, running for city council in his hometown of Morro Bay.
Ewing never married and did not have children, but he is survived by extended family.
His legacy remains tied to Gunsmoke, where his portrayal of Thad Greenwood continues to resonate with fans of classic television.
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