Rod Cameron

Cameron starred in three syndicated television series: City Detective (1953–1955), State Trooper (1956–1959), and the COronado 9 (1960–1961). In City Detective, Cameron appeared as the tough New York City police lieutenant Bart Grant. In State Trooper, a 1950s-style western-themed crime drama, Cameron starred as Rod Blake, a member of the Nevada State Police. In COronado 9, set in the San Diego area, Cameron appeared as Dan Adams, a private detective. State Trooper in particular was known for its surprise endings and notable guest stars despite not being affiliated with a network.

Cameron himself guest starred in many westerns, including six appearances on NBC's Laramie, with John Smith and Robert Fuller. In the episode "Drifter's Gold" (November 29, 1960), Cameron plays Tom Bedloe, an outlaw who has started the rumor of a nearby gold strike. When series lead Slim Sherman, played by John Smith, comes to Laramie to buy supplies, he finds the town nearly deserted and must pretend to be an outlaw to survive. Meanwhile, Bedloe is looking for Marcie Benson, the daughter he has never seen, played by Judi Meredith. Gregory Walcott plays Duke, Bedloe's partner in crime. Read Less