I Promised My Dad: An Intimate Portrait of Michael Landon by His Eldest Daughter

At Michael Landon’s death, his eldest daughter, Cheryl, promised to honor and protect his name: to tell his story the way it should be told, a story of inspiration, courage and determination. In this deeply moving biography of the dad she adored, Cheryl Landon Wilson honors his memory by revealing the extraordinary life of America’s most durable and beloved television star, known to millions through his roles on “Bonanza,” “Little House on the Prairie,” and “Highway to Heaven.”
I Promised My Dad is a larger-than-life story full of revelations and insights as well as intimate details and anecdotes of Michael Landon’s public and private life. From the abusive childhood he endured, to his wisdom and love as a parent and husband, to his talent as writer/actor/producer/director, to his troubled side, to his divorce and remarriage, here is a fascinating portrait of a complex, generous man.