Most of you will know Dean by “Almanzo” or “Manny" from the “Little House on the Prairie” TV series. Dean was in Branson at the Branson Centennial Museum promoting his new book titled, "Prairie Man: My Little House Life & Beyond."
I was able to get a picture with him, buy his book - which he autographed for me - and I purchased other merchandise and had a short visit. He had a very great turn-out! He has been having a good time visiting with people and meeting the fans at all the different events he is attending.
For a tidbit of information on Dean, he was born in Canada and raised in California. His first major role was in the 1978 TV movie, "Forever" based on Judy Blume's novel of the same name. But he is best known for his portrayal role as Almanzo Wilder based on the classic novel series by Laura Ingalls Wilder, made into a TV series directed by Michael Landon. He appeared in the last four seasons of the show - 1979 through 1983. The spin-off show was "Little House: A New Beginning," and the three post-series TV movies "Look Back to Yesterday,” “The Last Farewell,” and “Bless All the Dear Children.” Dean went on to be in other TV series shows not related to Little House, but that was his most recognizable role. Dean has appeared in other TV shows, movies and even on Broadway. Dean has worked behind the camera producing and directing to add to his credits as well.
He narrated a six-part documentary, “The Little House Phenomenon” and produced two documentaries, "Little House on the Prairie: The Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder" and "Almanzo Wilder: Life Before Laura" which were inspired by the book series. In 2012, Butler co-executive produced "Pa's Fiddle: The Music of America" for PBS.
Another interesting fact about Dean is he met his wife while working with Michael Landon. Dean is a very personable man that you will want to meet and call a friend.
To find more about Dean Butler find him on these sites: Facebook, Little House 50 Podcast.com, Instagram, X, YouTube - Little House 50 Podcast, littlehousefestival.com, DeanButler.com, and TikTok.
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