A bronze plaque was dedicated to the actor, writer and producer and star of TV’s “Bonanza” and “Little House on the Prairie”, who died of cancer in 1991 at 54.

PRAIRIE -- "Pilot" -- Aired -- Pictured: Michael Landon as Charles Philip Ingalls -- Photo by: NBCU Photo Bank

For a staggering 32 consecutive years, television’s most popular star Michael Landon delivered solid family entertainment as Little Joe Cartwright on "Bonanza," Charles "Pa" Ingalls on "Little House on the Prairie," and charitable angel Jonathan Smith on "Highway to Heaven."

Best known for his role in "Little House on the Prairie," actor Michael Landon often portrayed friendly men driven by family values while in real life, Michael had a big family of nine children from three marriages.

"Little House on the Prairie" alum Michael Landon left for his final abode at only 54. He had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer—which claimed his life in just three months. Landon spent his last moments surrounded by the comforting presence of his wife and nine children.

Take a look back at the men who turned everyone on before Zac Efron was even born.

Official website of Little House on the Prairie® which serves as a home for fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic books and the beloved television show.

Who knew that Michael Landon grew up in Collingswood? We found this wonderful plaque. Walking through Knight Park in Collingswood, NJ, with Jackie, David and Rosemary, and Beni beagle.

"He was like a perfect kindergarten teacher who makes all the kids believe they're special."

American actor Michael Landon , 24th May 1991. He had recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and died on July 1st 1991.