What actor portrayed "Pa" in the Little House on the Prairie tv series?
Michael Landon 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" (1959–73), Charles Ingalls in "Little House on the Prairie" (1974–83), and Jonathan Smith in "Highway to Heaven" (1984–89). Landon appeared on the cover of "TV Guide" 22 times, second only to Lucille Ball.
Ruth Foster Ruth E. Foster (January 29, 1920 – May 12, 2012) was an American actress who portrayed Walnut Grove's post-mistress by the same name for several seasons on the NBC TV series "Little House on the Prairie" (1974–1983).