In remembrance of a quiet star whose grace, talent, and warmth left an enduring mark on classic television and the golden age of the American Western.
Sue Randall was one of those rare performers whose presence didn’t demand attention — it earned it. With a gentle strength, natural elegance, and unmistakable warmth, she became part of the emotional fabric of classic Hollywood television, especially for fans of Westerns.
Though her career was not built on flashy stardom, her work resonated deeply, and her legacy continues to live on through the roles she made unforgettable.
Born October 8, 1935, Sue Randall came of age during a time when television Westerns were shaping American storytelling.
She stepped into that world with quiet confidence, most memorably portraying Miss Alice Landers on Gunsmoke. As Dodge City’s refined schoolteacher, she brought intelligence, kindness, and emotional depth to a frontier setting often dominated by grit and gunfire.
Her performance added balance and humanity to the series, offering viewers a reminder that compassion and civility could thrive even in the harshest landscapes.
Sue Randall’s acting style was subtle but powerful. She conveyed emotion through expression rather than excess, and her characters often reflected inner strength rather than outward bravado.
This made her especially effective in Westerns, where restraint and moral grounding mattered just as much as toughness.