Judy Norton With Guest Michael Learned Part 2

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  • Опубліковано 3 жов 2024
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    The Waltons - Michael Learned (Olivia Walton) joins Judy Norton (Mary Ellen) for Part 2. We talk about The Waltons, her career, why she left the series, her favorite work, her childhood, her love of Ralph Waite (John Walton) and the rest of the Walton cast.
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  • @abelincoln3287
    @abelincoln3287 10 місяців тому +158

    Judy is so poised and well spoken, I feel like I know her personally. She is also strikingly beautiful and always captures my full attention. Michael is always wonderful and I have always loved her as an actress since the Waltons

    • @judypasqualone3819
      @judypasqualone3819 10 місяців тому +17

      I agree…I think she’s so elegant and poised too. It’s hard to imagine her as the spunky Maryellen sometimes. 😃

    • @duanebarbic3786
      @duanebarbic3786 10 місяців тому +7

      You can say that again. Judy has been a wonderful person who really does feel like a friend, amazing considering the only place iv ever seen her is on film or videos.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +24

      Thank you so much. That is so kind of you to say.

    • @duanebarbic3786
      @duanebarbic3786 10 місяців тому +4

      @@judynorton2598 your so welcome, it's more than the magic of Hollywood. You really are appreciated and loved.

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 10 місяців тому +5

      @@judypasqualone3819 YES, it is..she's totally different than Mary-ellen, so is Michael Learned too

  • @Bitster
    @Bitster 10 місяців тому +39

    Michael created a character that made a lot of us feel loved. She is a joy. Thank you for this, Judy.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +3

      I completely agree. Loved her portrayal of Olivia.

    • @anneramirez6612
      @anneramirez6612 10 місяців тому

      My 1st MIL (1973) was very much like the Olivia, Michael Learned portrayed. ❤❤❤ 6:19

  • @jarodcarnarvon5198
    @jarodcarnarvon5198 10 місяців тому +9

    Micheal Learned has really carried her age well. Hard to believe she's over 80.

  • @DeniseEverett-e8u
    @DeniseEverett-e8u 18 днів тому +1

    Thank you Judy for this interview with Michael Learned, she is wonderful and what a great life she has had.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  18 днів тому +1

      I loved having her come join me. Such a treat.

  • @gaylemalone5897
    @gaylemalone5897 9 місяців тому +12

    For those of us who desire family, but was not the chance in their lives to have one, the Waltons kind of took the place of the need and desire, watching your family, brought a sense of calmness and escapism, otherwise to a very ordinary life. Thank you for the great adventure!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  9 місяців тому +3

      Our pleasure. Thanks for taking the family journey with us.

    • @GiGiwreathdesigns
      @GiGiwreathdesigns 6 місяців тому

      I totally agree. I feel a sense of family and love. My favorite family is the Waltons💕💕

    • @SableSenegal
      @SableSenegal 5 місяців тому +1

      Longtime fan of watching the waltons show since I was a young girl in the 70s loved the relationship of the family cast members they really portrayed the waltons so accurately !Michael leatned's portrayal of Olivia reminded me of my late maternal grandmother from Texas she was the matriarch of 9 children during the Great Depression my late mom was daughter #5 & child # 7❤

  • @maureen6923
    @maureen6923 10 місяців тому +7

    I knew Michael's father in the "diplomatic service." What a brilliant gentleman he was.

  • @mao2233
    @mao2233 10 місяців тому +27

    All I can say is the more I get to see Michael Learned as herself, the more I like her. What a wonderful interview. Thank you for sharing more of Ms. Learned with us. She is both a gift and a treat.

  • @LaurieWinton
    @LaurieWinton 10 місяців тому +24

    Judy did a great job conveying what we all felt about Mama's character. She underrates the value she brought to the show although I understand the feeling of boredom. How powerful to so much with less. We are still in love with Michael Learned after all these years! Thank you Judy!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +3

      It is a challenge to balance a successful show and character so many love, with the professional side of an actor thriving on creative challenges.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +7

    Beautiful smile on my face
    Judy wow
    Michael beautiful
    Smiles on
    Myface
    Wow

  • @JackKirbyFan
    @JackKirbyFan 10 місяців тому +27

    Judy, I cannot say enough how much I enjoy hearing Michael talk about her life. There is such integrity and warmth and honesty in her. What a treat to have had the privilege of working with such a person.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      It was great and so grateful for these lifelong bonds.

  • @lesliedelp3565
    @lesliedelp3565 10 місяців тому +9

    I founded a children’s bereavement center in York, PA called, Olivia’s House. It was named after Olivia Walton because she epitomized comfort during painful times. When children lose a loved one, our mission provides comfort at no cost. I watched your show my entire childhood with my grandma, and I related to MaryEllen the most. This was such a nice show. Thank you so much for all you both have given to our world! Twenty years after we began our mission, it seems the world needs the Waltons more now than ever. We now have grown to two centers within our community to care for children after a loss. Keep on doing what you are doing, and we, at Olivia’s House, will continue as well!❤

    • @lindadigiovanni9356
      @lindadigiovanni9356 10 місяців тому +3

      That’s such a beautiful thing. Thank you for that! ❤

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      I love that you have founded your center. What a wonderful way to give to your community. Thank you for watching the show over the years.

  • @kimkelly9046
    @kimkelly9046 10 місяців тому +11

    This was a true bona-fide treat!!! Love both of you ladies. Beautiful women. I grew up with the Waltons and I dearly loved that show

  • @roymeljoturrentine5774
    @roymeljoturrentine5774 17 днів тому +1

    I really enjoy your memories and appreciate you sharing these with us! Thank you so much, Judy! And thank you, Michael!

  • @orbitalair2103
    @orbitalair2103 10 місяців тому +4

    We have tickets to see Richard Thomas in To Kill a Mockingbird, and I cannot wait. Its going to be so awesome for them to come to our little town.

  • @barbarasolomon5962
    @barbarasolomon5962 5 місяців тому +1

    I love what they did with Olivia's character after she more or less went through the empty nest. She showed her strength throughout the show being a Mom and then went on to college, became a teacher. If only we all had that kind of strength to move through life graciously. You Michael portrayed the character very well!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  5 місяців тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed Olivia’s evolution.

  • @anthonyverhage
    @anthonyverhage 10 місяців тому +6

    So enjoyable. Both episodes. I could easily see this have been 3 or 4 episodes just talking shop and life.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      We really could have gone on and on :). So glad you enjoyed it.

  • @doreensherk287
    @doreensherk287 9 годин тому

    Wow another wonderful interview, I can’t say enough how much I enjoy your interviews. You always do an excellent job , thank you!

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +3

    Happy Thanksgiving
    Walton family
    Godloveyou much
    Walton family

  • @stuartmenziesfarrant
    @stuartmenziesfarrant 10 місяців тому +3

    Michael was the heart of the Waltons. Very few people are so natural in a part on camera.

  • @debbiewestphal4291
    @debbiewestphal4291 10 місяців тому +12

    Judy you are so generous and you both were so real.. This was just beautiful to watch. So unbelievably heartwarming. Thank you so much.😊❤️

  • @michaelgask
    @michaelgask 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Judy and Michael. Love the genuine warmth and love you have for each other that crosses the decades.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      Nice to hear.

    • @michaelgask
      @michaelgask 10 місяців тому

      @@judynorton2598 Was such a great idea to divide this into two halves (cooking and talking). Really enjoyed both.

  • @reidwhitton6248
    @reidwhitton6248 10 місяців тому +8

    Speaking of acting without saying a word, I just watched the episode when Olivia borrows the bicycle from Ike's store. That scene of her riding through the woods is so touching! To see a woman taking the time to do a little something for herself with the joy and freedom it brings if only for an afternoon. Beautiful!

  • @glendajune9140
    @glendajune9140 Місяць тому

    Loved you both then,& love you both now. Class actresses I grew up with,& respect wholeheartedly.💯😀🫶🏾💜✝️🙏🏾🇺🇸

  • @johnadam5179
    @johnadam5179 10 місяців тому +21

    That was exactly what I needed to see today. People who genuinely care about each other, now and 50 years ago. That was a great talk between two friends, two actors, two humans!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it.

    • @darrelljohnson1319
      @darrelljohnson1319 10 місяців тому

      two great actors on other show er hated each other but looked loving on camera the Jeffersons supposedly hated each other but professionals they made it look loving

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +3

    Have a good
    Weekend
    Judy wow

  • @RandyLex-wu6jy
    @RandyLex-wu6jy 10 місяців тому +8

    Judy is so down to earth she is able to put people at ease

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Thank you, that is very kind of you to say.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +2

    Have a nice weekend
    Judy
    Family and friends
    Wow

  • @dennyluster3089
    @dennyluster3089 10 місяців тому +6

    I have always admired Michael Learned. My favorite part of your interview was when she told you that “it was easy to love you!” Your reaction to her comment was like a daughter being validated by her Mother.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      It means a lot to all of us to have these close bonds.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +1

    Happy Thanksgiving
    Toyou
    Michael beautiful mother in the world wow Godloveyou much wow

  • @loriharris1215
    @loriharris1215 10 місяців тому +11

    Wonderful talk with Michael. Thank you also for letting us be apart of your life and the cast as well. The Waltons will forever be a treasure of wonderful memories of a simpler time and place. Have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving 😊

  • @brianwilson415
    @brianwilson415 10 місяців тому +1

    What a treat Judy thank you for sharing!

  • @Arnold-vf9cg
    @Arnold-vf9cg 10 місяців тому +13

    Hi Judy!
    It was so great to see Michael again. I see once again Olivia and Mary Ellen together again! You both share an extra strong bond, and always will.

  • @barbkane9987
    @barbkane9987 8 місяців тому

    Watching an episode of The Waltons while I watched this. Judy has a nice gift of interviewing! I thoroughly enjoyed this! I'm a huge fan of the Waltons...watch it everyday. I grew up on it and so did my kids.

  • @tonytherf-mb3dg
    @tonytherf-mb3dg 10 місяців тому +7

    Hey Judy, you're right, Michael does have a strong presence, and sometimes, no words speak volumes. 👏 Great interview 👍

  • @Rukey1982
    @Rukey1982 10 місяців тому +2

    Loved the interviews with Michael Learned. It's true, her presence alone was so endearing and comforting when viewing the show. I sure missed her when she left. The Waltons were like an extension of my family.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for watching the show over the years.

  • @Turkeyinthehay
    @Turkeyinthehay 10 місяців тому +6

    Wow! I love that I just saw two people that I grew up with living their best lives! The Waltons was my childhood joy and now I'm 53 and still watch it when it's on. I know you were all acting, but you are one family that was family to a little girl in Canada. Thank you Judy & Michael for the work you did and the cozy times I spent enjoying my time on Walton's Mountain.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      Our pleasure. There was so much truth and honest love and emotion in what we created.

    • @Turkeyinthehay
      @Turkeyinthehay 10 місяців тому +1

      @@judynorton2598 That came through and I hope you all know how special it was.

  • @dustin404
    @dustin404 5 місяців тому

    This randomly popped up on my youtube and I'm so glad it did! When I was a little kid, I loved watching The Waltons with my Mom and Grandma. Such good times, so good to see you two again! I'm 21 now, and I'll have to go back and watch that amazing show again!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching. Happy to hear you enjoyed The Waltons.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +3

    Cool

  • @blk123
    @blk123 10 місяців тому

    As I am watching this interview I am watching a Waltons episode on tv. Still a wonderful show.

  • @wardarcade7452
    @wardarcade7452 10 місяців тому +6

    What an insightful interview with Miss Learned who says she actually welcomes having gotten . ..a few years older so that she doesn't feel any pressure to be 'perfect! I wonder if she now feels more appreciation for how Miss Corby carved her own trail and was unafraid of seeking new adventures even in her later years.
    Yeah, it's a great skill that Miss Learned has learned to act without fellow performers 'catching it'!
    She sure seems to now be enjoying her life in a way that would have made Olivia proud!
    Thanks so much for sharing this conversation with us!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much for joining us.

  • @feliciaweatherspoon2303
    @feliciaweatherspoon2303 10 місяців тому

    I didn’t realize , Judy Norton (Mary Ellen)!! She looks great also! I bet that was exciting interviewing, her TV mom!! Great interview!! ❤❤

  • @gusakel1143
    @gusakel1143 10 місяців тому +6

    Thank you for sharing this memorable interview with Michael [ Mama Walton ] it brings me great joy just listening to your dedication to your fans. 😊 ❤

  • @joanpellillo2981
    @joanpellillo2981 10 місяців тому

    Michael - We would love to read your book You stories , sound exciting. thanks Judy for having her on your show.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      It was my pleasure to have her join me.

  • @darrelljohnson1319
    @darrelljohnson1319 10 місяців тому +8

    Judy you were great saying exactly what we fans think, Michael 's Presence grew bigger as each season was completed and after Ellen's stroke she was at her peak acting is much more than number of scenes and number of lines

  • @robinfallentine
    @robinfallentine 10 місяців тому

    Hi, seeing Michael was grand. I love her whatever I see her in. She was a dream mom. I enjoyed hearing her, she seems quite enjoyable. Judy, you were so great in your role. I loved your attitude, much of the time. Love the show, I watch it every weekday all these moons later when it first began watching.
    Thanks so much both of you.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Our pleasure. Thank you for joining us.

  • @mitchrobinson3076
    @mitchrobinson3076 10 місяців тому +15

    This was special. I loved how Michael was so humbled by your compliments. I know we were watching two excellent actors, but at times it was like watching the characters of Mary Ellen and Olivia. Very, very heartwarming interview.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks for joining us. So great to spend time with her.

    • @christinewomack8999
      @christinewomack8999 10 місяців тому +1

      Yes, I look at it like Olivia and Mary Ellen just talking💜💖 Love them both.

  • @lindadee6603
    @lindadee6603 10 місяців тому +1

    Hello Judy 😊 Loved your time with Michael 😊😊😊😊

  • @debbiefrenette6566
    @debbiefrenette6566 10 місяців тому +8

    Absolutely loved the two segments with you and Michael. Both of you are so lovely, sweet and talented!

  • @waynecoughlin3648
    @waynecoughlin3648 10 місяців тому +7

    Loved seeing you and Olivia together again. I am amazed at all the great memories and feelings that came flooding back in my mind and heart by just seeing her again. Her role in the Waltons reminds me that she was always the mother I wish i had as a child. Tremendous acting by her that hit at the heart. Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      Absolutely! She created a mother I think we all wanted.

  • @stacystoltz8722
    @stacystoltz8722 10 місяців тому +1

    Have a good weekend
    Judy and
    Michael wow

  • @shellyalstead9159
    @shellyalstead9159 10 місяців тому +2

    Great interview. I still think it's a shame they didn't do a reunion show about the death of Ralph

  • @JRIJR75
    @JRIJR75 10 місяців тому +22

    Judy - your videos are always great, but your interview skills are wonderful. You are genuine, engaged and prepared… please, more of these conversations.

  • @norannmcdaniel2655
    @norannmcdaniel2655 8 місяців тому

    Loved the show - still watch it. Always wholesome, always uplifting. Sure could use more of "The Waltons" now. The cast is/was amazing. You two are wonderful actors. Thank you for all the years of entertainment. You are loved!

  • @dasherpete
    @dasherpete 10 місяців тому +7

    I was looking forward to Part 2 and I’m not disappointed. I really enjoyed it. You’re both amazing actors and a lot of fun to watch and hear you both speak about your lives. I recently watched the limited series “Dahmer” on Netflix. I admit it was strange at first to see Michael Learned as Dahmer’s grandmother because to so man,y of us she is also “Olivia Walton”. But wow, what a talented and diverse actor! I hope you have more interviews with the cast members of The Waltons. Blessings to you Judy.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Thank you. So glad you enjoyed our visit.

  • @marianapgar4409
    @marianapgar4409 10 місяців тому +1

    You are both a treasure. Love you both!

  • @KimberlyLew
    @KimberlyLew 10 місяців тому +5

    Back in 2020 I was very sick & had zero energy. All I really remember is laying on the couch & between snoozing watching The Waltons play over & over on the tv. It brought me calmness & easy listening to my stressed mind 💛

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      So touched to hear the show helped you through a difficult period in your life. Hope you are back enjoying life to the fullest once again.

  • @DeniseBryson65
    @DeniseBryson65 9 місяців тому

    So so love Michael Learned

  • @doublelightangel
    @doublelightangel 10 місяців тому +5

    I love you both, thanks for sharing this, she is so sweet when you are complimenting her😊

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for joining us for our little visit.

  • @lucillelaurenzi4510
    @lucillelaurenzi4510 8 місяців тому +1

    What an innersting innerview with Judy and Michael Learning.I found it very helpful to me.

  • @robynhendrickson2801
    @robynhendrickson2801 10 місяців тому +6

    Really enjoying the videos Judy. Learning more about the cast is just wonderful. Walton’s still bringing happiness to many today.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      Amazing to us it has this amazing longevity.

  • @joeyhunter842
    @joeyhunter842 10 місяців тому +1

    Michael was in an episode of Gunsmoke, before the Waltons and I fell for her like a rock.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      She has always been talented and beautiful

    • @joeyhunter842
      @joeyhunter842 10 місяців тому

      @@judynorton2598 I enjoy your videos and appreciate rekindling good memories from my childhood. It’s a real pleasure knowing I’m communicating with you and Mary Ellen😊.

  • @IndiaBradyArt
    @IndiaBradyArt 10 місяців тому +5

    It was wonderful to see this interview. As with millions of other people, I always wanted a mother just like Mrs. Walton. It was good to see her as herself. Thank you, Judy and Michael.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +2

      I think we all wanted Olivia as our mom.

  • @kuehnel16
    @kuehnel16 10 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for sharing ladies. You are both classy,Beautiful and very talented. Wish I could meet all of you. Best wishes ❤️

  • @jackiecaffrey771
    @jackiecaffrey771 10 місяців тому +6

    Thank you Judy for sharing these lovely video's of yourself and Michael. I grew up watching the Waltons back in the day here in Sunderland, North East England and I'm currently watching a repeat of the series! It's still as magical now as it was then, pure joy and complete escapism. Oh, the beauty of nostalgia! ❤

  • @alexanderpatrick4866
    @alexanderpatrick4866 10 місяців тому +2

    Thank you. I needed to say that first because watching your channel has inspired me to watch The Walton's marathon and reminding me of great days not only for myself but for the time that many people shared. Just like a lot of people I must admit that there's things that I miss and I am grateful to see you doing well and it's great to see you and Michael spending time together once again.... It brings much joy to myself and I know many others...... Thank you so much.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      Our pleasure. So happy to hear it has inspired you to watch the show again. It really is amazingly timeless. Enjoy!

  • @beckyhalvorsen2126
    @beckyhalvorsen2126 10 місяців тому +7

    This was such a wonderful visit with Michael Learned! Thank you for sharing this with us.

  • @lisacalhoun2493
    @lisacalhoun2493 10 місяців тому +1

    ❤❤I love you both I've seen Michael this year. I sure meeting her.Maybe someday I can meet you Judy.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Hope to meet you in person sometime soon.

  • @GeorgeCampbell1964
    @GeorgeCampbell1964 10 місяців тому +6

    I absolutely did enjoy that, Judy! I'm so glad you did that with her!! Oh, and tell her I said there's no such thing as "too much garlic". 😁

  • @aitechnasus1041
    @aitechnasus1041 10 місяців тому

    happy and healthy thanksgiving holiday to my very beautiful friend Judy Norton.🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃🦃

  • @sft4081
    @sft4081 10 місяців тому +5

    Love the Walton’s, they were my family and I still watch them now…Judy these lil series are fun…Ty🥰

  • @michaelschwab9806
    @michaelschwab9806 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much again Judy,for another terrific 💯 interview..this time with "Mama" Walton..Michael Learned..you having your own podcast.. you're a natural interviewer..keep the great interviews coming😊

  • @gabriellefortier8733
    @gabriellefortier8733 10 місяців тому +7

    Once again I really enjoyed watching your interview with MIchael. She really should write a book about her life. Thank you Judy for bringing us this interview. It was great.

  • @FaithTheSlayer
    @FaithTheSlayer 10 місяців тому +2

    This format of having a guest and cooking while talking and then having a sit-down interview in part 2 is great! Love Michael and you of course. Great Interview!

  • @CaroleLeamer735
    @CaroleLeamer735 10 місяців тому +4

    Thank you for sharing part 2. I could feel the genuine love you have for one another. It was beautiful. I think that the younger generations could learn so much from a show like the Waltons. I know that I definitely did. ❤

  • @kittenkorleone2918
    @kittenkorleone2918 10 місяців тому

    My hubby and i watch on Hallmark every day, especially since he's dealing with his long illness. I spend my day loving my family with continually more offers of coffee, blankets, home baked cookies and Sunday dinners while my hubby is still with us. I never tire of being a tireless mom and wife. The Waltons are wonderful moment and a sweet expression of real family life and love.
    Life is what you make of it.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Absolutely. You are clearly creating a beautiful meaningful life. I hope your hubby is better soon.

  • @hollyavillella554
    @hollyavillella554 10 місяців тому +8

    Brilliant and beautiful both of you! Thanks so much for sharing your stories and presence with us fans. Bless you and your loved ones always! Not a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter goes by that I don't think of fondly a scene or special moment from The Walton's! Much love to you and Waltons everywhere! ❤

  • @joesinkovits6591
    @joesinkovits6591 8 місяців тому +1

    Not to take anything away from Patricia Neal, but there was, is, and always will be only ONE Olivia Walton, and that is Michael Learned. Thank you both!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  8 місяців тому +1

      She really was the perfect Olivia for the series.

  • @sharonmatthews1237
    @sharonmatthews1237 10 місяців тому +5

    Watching all the interview's of the Walton bunch, ya'll are all so sweet and awesome it's no wonder ya'll got along so well, you guys are great. I love the show and I'm still watching it 😊

  • @RachealUnderGrace
    @RachealUnderGrace 10 місяців тому +3

    You guys are so sweet and wonderful! I am such a fan of the show. This was such a delight to come across 😊 What a great interview and just listening to the two of you was so enjoyable ❤

  • @ukmedicfrcs
    @ukmedicfrcs 10 місяців тому +1

    I always thought the mother on the Walton's and the mother on Little house were SO naturally beautiful and that still holds true today. Stunning!

  • @judypierce7028
    @judypierce7028 10 місяців тому +8

    I was so happy to see both of you together. It certainly brought back some wonderful memories of The Waltons. I loved hearing about Ralph Waite. Thank you Judy.

  • @denisecaringer4726
    @denisecaringer4726 10 місяців тому +14

    I so enjoyed this chat and seeing the two of you together. What each of you brought to the Waltons obviously has stayed in the hearts of millions of viewers. I'm only sorry I have not seen either of you on stage. As a young feminist when the series began, I understood Michael Learned's frustration with the limitations of the "Mama" role, but, oh, what it added to the show and to our lives. Her strength and determination came through in ways that were anything but narrow in terms of female stereotypes. That made the character, as she played it, anything but boring and quite relevant for those times. I can say the same for how you played Mary Ellen, Judy. Thanks to you both for this.

    • @BeanieScooter
      @BeanieScooter 10 місяців тому +2

      I was thrilled to see Richard Thomas in To Kill A Mockingbird last March in Ft Lauderdale!!!! What a thrill, also!❤

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      I love that. Thank you so much.

  • @jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968
    @jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968 10 місяців тому

    I am so happy I saw this video and Judy's channel. Every Christmas season, we always watch The Homecoming. I saw that yesterday and this popped up today.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      So glad you found my channel! Welcome. Enjoy!

  • @CatFoisy
    @CatFoisy 10 місяців тому +6

    That was so lovely Judy ! Loved hearing about Micheals early life. Thank you for sharing your visit with us.

  • @susanhowe2874
    @susanhowe2874 10 місяців тому +2

    How wonderful to watch! I absolutely loved The Waltons. The acting never seemed like acting. It all seemed so natural. I was a huge fan of Michael’s and of yours, as I was also a nurse, married to a doctor. How nice to see that you are such natural lovely people. I so enjoyed your interview!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Oh wow! I lived the “pretend life” while you lived the “real life” version :)

    • @susanhowe2874
      @susanhowe2874 10 місяців тому

      @@judynorton2598 just not on horseback. Lol

  • @sandramcgleish2645
    @sandramcgleish2645 10 місяців тому +7

    I enjoyed part 1 and part 2. ❤ I hope Michael writes her book. Her childhood sounded amazing.

  • @donw3912
    @donw3912 10 місяців тому +1

    The reason the show worked in my eyes besides the great writing is the cast...if all of you kids fought and bickered and didn't like each other it would have stood out. The fact all of you kids and adults then and now got along and still do basicly consider yourselves family and the love is real came through on screen. It is simply something that was either there or it wasn't as i don't think you could fake real family love all of those years if it wasn't real.
    I think that is a huge reason why The Waltons as well as a few other family shows did so well and still have legions of fans...and we all know those family lessons and values are so badly needed nowadays.
    That kitchen is so beautiful...and it is always great seeing your videos Judy. I am the type that likes to know the back stories and I appreciate your content a lot🙂

  • @amyecorbin
    @amyecorbin 10 місяців тому +5

    I've enjoyed this two-part interview with Michael so much! Thank you, Judy, for doing this. I have to say, Michael piqued my interest when she talked about wanting to write a book. I've self-published five books in the last four years and have a couple more on the way. I know this is probably a real shot in the dark, and though I don't do this professionally, I would love to help Michael in writing a memoir if she just needs someone to type out her ideas. I know how much dedication goes into sitting down and actually writing a book, and I've helped others in the past with similar projects. Regardless, I hope her book becomes a reality someday. "The Waltons" is a big part of my childhood and was a great part of 2019 for me when I went back through the series. Lots of love! ❤

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +4

      I hope she finds a way to get it done as I believe she has wonderful stories to share with us all.

  • @jayt6524
    @jayt6524 10 місяців тому

    I want to say Judy that in 2022 my family- Wife Daughter and Two wonderful children that we adopted in 2013 (but fostered since 2008). Took a trip to Florida for a wedding and made our way to Virginia and visited the Walton mountain. It was an amazing trip and my children learned a lot. Previous to our trip we watched The Walton from beginning to the last show with our children and they totally loved the history. I’ll never forget teaching my kids the history of the early years. Thanks to you all from the Waltons show.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      Oh wow. That is so wonderful to hear. It means a lot to me to hear how your family has embraced the show.

  • @janetones6221
    @janetones6221 10 місяців тому +9

    An excellent interview with two wonderful actors! What a treat to reminisce with Michael! Thank-you so much! The Waltons always brings back so many fond memories of my childhood! My dad would say "Goodnight John boy" (his name being John) as he related to that pivotal time. Great family values for generations of viewers! 💜

  • @anitabowden5803
    @anitabowden5803 10 місяців тому

    I just so enjoyed this interview with Michael. I wonder if there is a single episode that she remembers to this day. Please express to her how much I loved her on the Waltons.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому

      She has talked about specific episodes. The Anniversary is one of her favorites.

  • @alphadog3384
    @alphadog3384 10 місяців тому +3

    Judy and Michael are so genuine 💓.

  • @tammySkaug
    @tammySkaug 10 місяців тому +1

    I love the homecoming❤🐈🙂

  • @theastewart6721
    @theastewart6721 10 місяців тому +3

    Wonderful interview and one of the best tv series ever. Thank you for this heartwarming 2 part interview with Michael Learned. I’m 6 months older than you and grew up watching this wonderful show.

  • @gailward1400
    @gailward1400 10 місяців тому +1

    Love these 2 and they both look wonderful! AND I STILL watch The Waltons reruns on metv EVERY single week day!!!! I'm 63 so watched it every week when growing up and the past few years have enjoyed watching all of the reruns. IF ONLY television could be like that again.

  • @michaeldevlin954
    @michaeldevlin954 10 місяців тому +14

    Two amazing actors chatting. This is simply wonderful. And seeing Michael and Judy together is like comfort food to the soul.

  • @KimberlyLew
    @KimberlyLew 10 місяців тому +1

    That was lovely…I felt like I was there. Thank you 💛

  • @suzeauster2223
    @suzeauster2223 10 місяців тому +11

    I didn't want part #2 to be over! I, was so engaged in Judy's questions, and M.L....answers!!! Great segment ❤

  • @LisaLisa-2023
    @LisaLisa-2023 10 місяців тому +1

    Dear Judy, You are exceptionally attentive and dedicated. I was wowed by the volume of comments which you answered with fairness and sincerity. ❤ This get-together with Michael Learned was so highly anticipated and we thank you (both) for the privilege. I'm echoing everyone's sentiments here. and adding some: Michael Learned mentioned that she might write a biography. She understands that most people want to hear about Olivia/The Waltons, but it seems that Michael wants to talk about other significant aspects of her phenomenal life. That would make a fascinating read because she is undeniably a fascinating person; genuine, engaging, and gets straight to the point! This is one big reason why any role she assumes is so captivating- Winning the hearts of and grabs the attention of the audience. Thank you for sharing your friendship with us. 🧡💛

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  10 місяців тому +1

      It was a pleasure to share this side of Michael with all of you.

  • @shellyalstead9159
    @shellyalstead9159 10 місяців тому

    Never thought I would ever hear "Momma" swear. LOL. Also loved Michael in her show Nurse. Loved when Maryellen became a nurse. And, I became a nurse.