Michael Landon's eldest son found dead

May 12, 2009 8:31 AM

"Highway to Heaven," "Bonanza" and "Little House on the Prairie" star Michael Landon's son has died, reports the LA Times.

Mark Landon, 60, was found dead in his West Hollywood home Monday afternoon (May 11). There's no evidence of foul play.

The late Michael Landon adopted Mark, the son of the actor's first wife Dody.

Michael Landon died in 1991 of pancreatic cancer. His "Little House" daughter Melissa Gilbert named her son after the actor.

2 Comments

To the Landon Family,

I am sorry for your loss.

Michael's love for Mark will be in heaven now, with the angels. God bless your family. My sympathy goes out all of you.

Regards,

Anderdog | May 12, 2009 10:40 AM

My deepest sympathy to the entire Landon family. We still miss Michael dearly. God be with you all. Sincerely, Rex and Teresa Norton and family

Teresa Norton | October 9, 2009 10:08 PM

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