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Amanda Blake in Gunsmoke: The Legacy of Miss Kitty Russell
"Amanda Blake immortalized Miss Kitty Russell on Gunsmoke, shaping the archetype of the independent Western saloon owner across 19 seasons from 1955 to 1974. As the charismatic proprietor of the Long Branch Saloon, she brought warmth, sharp business acumen, and unwavering moral grounding to Dodge City, making her one of television's most enduring and beloved cultural icons. The Genesis of Miss Kitty: From Radio to Television The character of Miss Kitty originated on the 1952 CBS radio broadcast of Gunsmoke, where Georgia Ellis first voiced the saloon keeper. When the series transitioned to television in September 1955, producers cast Amanda Bl..."
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