Celebrity Cameos in Gunsmoke Before Star Trek Stardom
Gunsmoke wasn’t just about its core cast; it occasionally welcomed guest stars who would later shine in the 1966 Star Trek series. This interesting crossover saw some of Star Trek’s most iconic faces, including Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, William Shatner, and James Doohan, making appearances in Gunsmoke before their careers catapulted them to sci-fi fame.
Before Leonard Nimoy became synonymous with Spock, he graced Gunsmoke in four memorable episodes. Alongside him, future Star Trek legends such as DeForest Kelley, William Shatner, and James Doohan also joined the ranks of Gunsmoke’s guest stars. This remarkable convergence of talent showcases how their early roles in Gunsmoke were a prelude to their legendary status in the Star Trek saga.