https://www.metv.com/stories/burt-reynolds-had-everyones-blessing-to-leave-gunsmoke

Reynolds' departure had the Gunsmoke stamp of approval.

James Arness stole the saloon doors of the ''Gunsmoke'' set for Burt Reynolds after the series had wrapped (https://www.metv.com/stories/james-arness-stole-the-saloon-doors-of-the-gunsmoke-set-for-burt-reynolds-after-the-series-had-wrapped)

Arness gave Reynolds a very large parting gift.