Pernell Roberts | Actor | $10 Million

The actor was among the most prolific TV entertainers, who has received numerous TV appearance credits during his career—he reportedly has over 100 to his name! Audiences were first introduced to Pernell Roberts through the show Trapper John, where he played the main character on the show Trapper John McIntyre. He was also on the TV series Bonanza, from 1959 to 1965. At the time of Pernell’s death, his value was estimated at $10 million. Pernell made a fortune from acting and acting on television.

Pernell has appeared in more than 60 films and TV shows throughout his life, and was considered one of the most successful actors of all time. Aside from being an actor, Roberts was also a staunch advocate for many causes. He is remembered by many for his activism, including the fact that he pressured NBC to keep them from getting Caucasian actors to play minorities in shows.