Many of the cast members from “Lawman” continued acting, while others retired or passed away.
“Lawman,” a western television series that aired from 1958 to 1962, featured a cast that included John Russell as Marshal Dan Troop, Peter Brown as Deputy Johnny McKay, Peggie Castle as Lily Merrill, and others. After the show ended, the cast members’ careers took various paths.
John Russell, who played the stoic Marshal Dan Troop, continued to act in both television and films until his death in 1991. He appeared in notable projects like “Pale Rider” and “The Outlaw Josey Wales,” directed by Clint Eastwood.
Peter Brown, the young Deputy Johnny McKay, maintained a steady acting career after “Lawman.” He guest-starred in numerous TV shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including “Laredo,” in which he played one of the leads. Brown also appeared in soap operas like “Days of Our Lives” and “The Young and the Restless.” He continued acting until his death in 2016.
Peggie Castle, known for her role as Lily Merrill, the owner of The Birdcage Saloon, faced a more tragic post-“Lawman” life. Her acting career slowed down in the 1960s, and she struggled with alcoholism, which ultimately led to her early death in 1973 at the age of 45.
Other supporting and guest actors from “Lawman” went on to have varied careers in the entertainment industry. Some continued acting, while others moved behind the camera or left the industry altogether. As with many classic television shows, the passage of time has seen the loss of many “Lawman” cast members, but their contributions to the Western genre and television history remain significant.