I read that Gene Autry originally did not want her for the part. Unbelievable! I read that the sponsors passed on the first pilot Bullseye, which was as good or better than any other episode. Again, unbelievable! I read that Gene Autry originally did not want her for the part. Unbelievable! I read that the sponsors passed on the first pilot Bullseye, which was as good or better than any other episode. Again, unbelievable!