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When Ken Curtis joined Gunsmoke in 1964 as Festus Haggen, he stepped into impossible shoes, replacing Dennis Weaver’s beloved Chester. Curtis refused imitation. Instead, he crafted a gruff, stubborn, funny, and quietly wise character, scuffing boots, rolling in dirt, and shaping speech with lyrical rhythm from his singing past. On set, he bonded with Milburn Stone and navigated James Arness’s reserved presence, building chemistry that felt real. Behind the screen, Festus became more than entertainment. After a fan wrote about depression, Curtis realized he was offering comfort, a friend in lonely homes. Over 300 episodes, the character became family to viewers, and Curtis discovered the greatest reward wasn’t fame — it was connection, compassion, and leaving a legacy of heart.