Chuck Connors - Trivia, Family, Bio
Matthew Harrington
Updated on February 12, 2026
Actor who played the role of frontiersman Lucas McCain on The Rifleman, a role that severely typecast him for other TV roles.
Before Fame
He changed his name from Kevin Joseph Connors due to a catch phrase he'd often say while playing baseball.
Trivia
He was both a professional basketball and baseball player before turning to acting.
Family Life
He married and divorced twice before marrying Elizabeth Riddell in 1948. He had four sons: Jeff, Kevin, Steve, and Mike.
Associated With
He was in the film Pat and Mike with Katharine Hepburn.
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