Betsy Garth left the Shiloh Ranch to get married.
In the TV series “The Virginian,” which aired from 1962 to 1971, Betsy Garth is a character portrayed by actress Roberta Shore. Betsy is the daughter of Judge Garth, the owner of the Shiloh Ranch where much of the series takes place. Over the course of the show, Betsy grows from a young girl into a young woman, and her character arc involves various personal challenges and romantic interests.
Betsy’s departure from the series occurs in the fourth season, when her character falls in love with a young man named David Henderson, played by actor David Hartman. The two characters decide to get married, which leads to Betsy leaving the Shiloh Ranch to start her new life with David. This storyline served as a way to write out Roberta Shore’s character, as the actress decided to leave the show. Betsy’s marriage and move away from the ranch were a bittersweet moment for fans of the series, as it marked the end of a beloved character’s regular appearances on the show.