Who were the women on bonanza?

"Bonanza," the classic Western television series that aired from 1959 to 1973, featured several notable female characters throughout its run. Key women included Ben Cartwright's love interests, such as Elizabeth, played by Virginia Christine, and various guest characters, like Hoss's love interest, who appeared in different episodes. Additionally, the show featured strong recurring characters like Candy's mother and various pioneering women from the surrounding community. However, the series primarily focused on the male Cartwright family, leading to fewer prominent female roles overall.