From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Elmer Bradley Johnson (July 23, 1924 – April 4, 1981), was an American film and television actor, best remembered for his role as the deputy Lofty Craig on the 1950s Western series, Annie Oakley. He also appeared on Gunsmoke in “Cattle Barons” as “Laskin” (S13E2). Was also a cast member on the first episode of Death Valley Days in 1952 as Louis Manley . Year Title Role Notes 1951 Call Me Mister Soldier Uncredited 1951 Bedtime for Bonzo Student #1 1951 Follow the Sun Hogan's Caddy Uncredited 1952 The Greatest Show on Earth Reporter Uncredited 1952 Outlaw Women Chuck Uncredited 1953 The Lady Wants Mink Bud Dunn 1953 The Marksman Rider 1953 Champ for a Day Hyde Hotel Desk Clerk Uncredited 1953 Calamity Jane Officer Uncredited 1955 Last of the Desperados Deputy Tip Uncredited 1958 The Buccaneer Rocket Officer 1960 Heller in Pink Tights Poker Player Uncredited 1965 The Art of Love Art Collector Uncredited Died April 4, 1981 (aged 56) Burbank, California, U.S. Alma mater University of Southern California Occupations Actor Real estate developer Years active 1950–1967 (acting) Spouse Adele Cook Johnson ​ ​(m. 1950⁠–⁠1981)​ Children 2 CLR