What ever you want to take about is of interest, the subject of pay always comes up one way or another, now we know how it works. Have to say the picture you posted of you, Mary, and Kamie, with Ralph on his birthday is one of the best iv seen, you all look so beautiful ! The photo quality is most likely the best of its day. Glad you posted that. Thanks for another enjoyable segment. : )
I'm 70!! Used to watch the Waltons with my mother when you first came out! We both loved it and watched every week. Love everyone on the show and the theme song brings back wonderful memories
Hi, Judy. Thank you so much for starting this channel! It's really generous of you to take the time to share your memories and answer questions. It enhances the whole Waltons experience for us fans.
I appreciate the explanation for why Richard Thomas was walking with a cane in that episode, the only explanation given in the episode was a motorcycle accident even though we never saw "John Boy" riding a motorcycle!
Hi Judy...happy Monday beautiful gal...I so loved the Waltons...it was always a time when my Family would gather around the TV to watch your show...memories ...good ones..thank you all for such a grand show...you are all my Favorites...kinda hard to choose just one❤❤❤❤❤
I found out that Keith Coogan who appeared as Jeffrey was Jackie Coogans grandson in his biography in a tv magazine back in the 1980's and have seen Keith in a lot of tv series and movies since then Thank You again Judy.🇺🇲📺📺🇺🇲
Great video Judy! It would be wonderful to see an interview with Marieclaire Costello who played Miss Hunter. Would that ever be possible? I’d also love to see Lynn Hamilton who played Verdie. I know Ms. Hamilton has been unwell and she is 94 yo but it would be wonderful to see her as well! I just love the guest interviews on your channel. You’re a great listener and fantastic interviewer! Sending love, Jan ❤
Hi Judy, I've always wondered why Grandpa would correct anyone who mentioned the Civil War; he would say "it was the war between the states"? Thanks for the video's, they are always enjoyable!
@@sheryllelliott4284 thought he called it the war of northern aggression too, I’ve come across where he corrects the civil usage recently, but not the other, could be misremembering 🤷♀.
I believe that southerners use the terms " war of northern aggression" or " war between the states" whereas northerners use the term " civil war" more. Most of that war was fought on southern land and they lost, so they view things a little differently.
@@megfuchs9425 i recall ‘the war between the states’ being used and likely preferred, in Va. in school. If I’d heard the northern aggression title I don’t remember but when Grandpa said it it caught my attention. I’m sure it was said, as that was a most prevalent sentiment, then, maybe now 🤷♀, I don’t pretend to have a read on it having been away for a long time. The teachers in Va then were very serious about teaching their students Va history. Many were DAR/DOC ladies, like the Baldwin sisters.
“ I’m sorry that I was such a fool “ Awesome work Judy and may all the blessings of happiness be yours. Judy a child singer before she was a star. Her father was killed in a work accident at her very young age. The family was struggling greatly to make ends meet. She began to be noticed by people in the business for her phenomenal ability. She then could help her mother with debts and expenses. Brenda Mae Tarpley, 12, 11, 1944. Also known as Brenda Lee. Atlanta Georgia 🇬🇪. I’m sorry 1960 .
Pretty good example of unauthorized use of a character was the whole debacle of Donna Douglas going to court with Mattel over the Ellie Mae doll! You would think a big company like that would have worked everything out first!
Streaming "Match Game 73" this afternoon. Watched 5 of them with Michael Learned and Richard Thomas. That was fun. I guess they changed the celebrities every week. That was my favorite game show when I was in my early teens.
Great questions Judy. I'm begging for 100k subscribers to you. You've earned it. I've heard some interviews from the 'Little House' cast and the Waltons really becomes even more special to me. Michael, based on the cast, had a massive ego but he was also generous getting actors who were struggling work - at minimal pay. THat apparently created a lot of tension on set. From your perspective, there really wasn't egos involved on the show and I think (correct me if I'm wrong), that Earl Hammer - a man with zero ego, really kept that in check. Cheers!
Today, me and my mom was out knocking on doors inviting people to church and telling them about Jesus, and we talked to this black lady outside her home out of the country, and she's a woman missionary to Pittsburgh and really loves the Lord and was so tickled to death over my visit with her today for over 10 minutes.
It’s so strange that I’ve been wondering about residuals for quite a while now- I just didn’t want to get all up in your business. I’m so glad someone else has asked this for me. Thanks again for your time Judy
I recently started watching Season 1 over for the millionth time and I love the intro in that season as it's longer than in other seasons. Do you remember what it was like to film that? I remember Kami saying somewhere (maybe on her channel) something about it- specifically about how when she came in at the end, they told her to run slower 😅 so I guess my question is what do you remember about filming that Season 1 intro?
I vaguely remember shooting it. Mostly it was like filming any other scene from an episode. They wanted us all to be excited about the arrival of the radio.
Wonderful to see you and your looking so lovely today and so beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤ what is your secret? Didn;t realize so much involved with making a tv show WOW & agents, oh I hope to make this one, hoping!
Hi Judy, thanks for sharing your answers to the questions. Always love to here the answers and learn more about the Walton's and beyond. Have a great week!
@@judynorton2598 fantastic. I’ll have to go hunting for a clip on UA-cam. Unless you want to find it first and tell us about your experience. Was brave of you!
@@ruthmarner6582 I did speak a bit about it in a couple of Ask Judy segments here are some of those links: ua-cam.com/video/X3blewir1Mo/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/zTQFplJb1z8/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/JtMpPCuf6Jg/v-deo.html There are definitely clips on UA-cam from the competitions I did. And it seems the full episodes are also available. I did season 7, 9 & 10.
Hi Judy, you mentioned the Jackie Coogan law, I read that the boy that played “Jeffrey” in the later episodes is the grandson of Jackie Coogan. We are watching the Waltons from start to finish and really enjoying it. We find that even the theme song is very comforting to us as a couple in our 60s.
I thought the amount retained into a fund for your future would be more than 20%. Personally, I wouldn't touch any money being earned by my children as it is wholly theirs irrespective of age although I would manage their income for safekeeping until they are older but that's just me. Thank you Judy for this segment and best wishes to you from your waltonian superfan in a sunny and warm England😉
My question is about conflict on the set. I am referring to conflict between actors, crew members and crew and cast. How were they resolved? How much time was lost on set. Thanks!
There was very little conflict on set so very little time lost on that. I believe if there was an issue the producer came down from the production office and had a conversation with whoever was upset.
I enjoyed your video very much and found it interesting when you were talking about different injuries that maybe somebody may have while away from the set. When you mention about John’s hand being injured, it reminded me of something I heard not long ago on a UA-cam video about one day when Andy Griffith was on the set rehearsing, he got angry about something and put his fist through the wall and hurt his hand And so they wrote that something about how he injured his hand a criminal. It is interesting how they can get around things like for example I don’t remember anything about the story but something about Melissa Sue Anderson, who played Mary Ingalls I don’t remember what season it was when she started wearing braces. I don’t remember if they were the kind that she could take out of her mouth back then in the 70s or if they did something to hide the braces I don’t remember anything about the story but it’s interesting how they come up with Ways to either hide something that can’t be seen or write in something to explain like injured hand. I am dictating this so I’m sure some of the words are not coming out correctly so I apologize. Thank you again for your videos. I enjoy them very much. Have a blessed day. Susan from Houston, Texas.
Yes, shows do have to write around various situations. I’m always amused by the way they try to disguise actresses who are pregnant when it doesn’t fit the storyline for the show. Baggie clothes, standing behind furniture etc :)
Growing up in the 1970’s/80’s, my family and I watched the Waltons on a regular basis for years. A great TV show and cast indeed. Today, I am 59 and still love this TV and enjoyed watching the reruns. However, living in the Phila., New Jersey and Delaware area I can’t watch the show anymore. For some reason, to my knowledge and I’ve looked everywhere, I am unable to find a network that does the reruns daily. I don’t understand it. Again, a great TV and cast of actors.
Sorry you’ve been having trouble finding the show. I know it’s been on Hallmark, INSP, MeTV and then I hear people talk about watching on amazon, FreeVee, and a couple of other streaming platforms.
Nice topic. If you was to be in charge of "The Waltons" series, what types of changes or things you would have to happen on "The Waltons"? I bet it probably would be a challenge
Judy, I think it had to be 5 because Richard only signed for 5 years. The major accident of all: Lucy broke her leg skiing while doing "Here's Lucy". It ended her physical comedy career.
I appreciate when fans ask questions I hadn't thought of myself! Today's video is illuminating! I wonder if industry leaders at the time The Walton's premiered had any notion of streaming, cable, DVDs, etc! If they had they probably would have kept their lawyers up all night writing boilerplate to make sure they wouldn't have to pay royalties until infinity! 😄 When you mentioned not being permitted to engage in dangerous activities while in production my mind jumped to commercial models who sometimes insure their legs, hands, feet! Did any of you children do any modeling? I stumbled upon a Pinterest photo of you girls with Ralph! You're in modern clothes but all wearing bonnets such as in A Christmas Carol and Ralph is holding an old-fashioned rifle! I wondered if you remembered what that photo was about. It struck me how beautiful you girls were and are and I wondered if you ever participated in fashion or cosmetics modeling! Thanks for a great Monday show, Judy! I'm still appreciating your most recent conversation with John and Mr Senensky! Lots of love to Walton's everywhere! ❤
Thanks, Holly. I don’t think any of us ever did any modeling. Not sure I’d have the patience, or aptitude for it :). I believe that photo was for a Thanksgiving promo of some sort.
Good day Judy, you do not disappoint. Thank you for your entertaining lesson on contracts. If your schedule permits perhaps you could zoom in on the PA event (s). Back in the day studios insured their actresses with million dollar policy for their legs and other body parts. Even today some actors insure themselves for multiple millions .Christopher Reeve (Superman ) fell from a horse and became paralyzed. I guess the bottom line is injuries can happen on or off set. Thankfully you were not injured in any of your outside interests ( or even on Blue). I think some restrictions are necessary to protect the talent ( and the studio to protect their investment). My question for you is: Was there ever a time in your career that you refused a role because it could've possibly inflict bodily injury to yourself? Thanks Judy, you're the best.
I just watched the episode "The Ring". Your interactions with Martha Rose are classic Mary Ellen! GREAT!!! I've always wondered in series, what was the supposed age difference between John Boy and Mary Ellen? And was Jason just one year younger than John Boy? Did you have to learn to do the dances in that episode? Love The Waltons! ❤❤❤
Glad you enjoyed that Mary Ellen - Martha Rose rivalry :). I believe there was about 3 years between John Boy and Mary Ellen, so Jason was somewhere in between those two. I don’t think there was anything specific about the dance that had to be learned. I already knew how to waltz and various other dances.
I recall seeing the movie September 30 1955 that Richard Thomas starred in. It was a great film about the impact of James Dean on high school kids. I had no idea that was how Richard was injured though! Great segment Judy ❤
When John Boy rode the motorcycle across the screen I think it was the title shown "September 30,1955". Then another date '1879'. But wasn't that movie released in 1979? Judy you may want to double-check this caption 😊
Greetings Judy, I grew up watching the Walton’s growing up!😊 My wife and I have been to the real Walton (Hamner) homestead, the museum and traveled around town viewing remarkable sights like Godseys store. Because I find myself reminiscing as I enter my mid 60’s, I wonder if the Walton cast does the same. I realize the mental image of Walton mountain vs. the Hollywood set are remarkably different, but I wonder if the “kids”, dream about what was. Thank you for sharing your experiences of that life with us.
Hi judy.Had questions about some of the story lines. Jim bob graduated in 44 and the war ended in 45, how would crazy jim bob become a Sargent in about a year??? All the boys were in the service but they never got haircuts??? When Corabeth and Ike got married, she looked like a very simple, didnt know anybody, virgin, years later they had a episode of a boyfriend she hadnt seen in years.???. Crazy questions but wanted to get your opinion on that, thanks. Still injoy the Waltons now just like I did back in the 70's. Thanks for what you do, love hearing the questions and answers😂
I watched The Brady Bunch the other day on MeTV and saw Ike on it as a guest star. I could have seen Ike on The Brady Bunch being the boyfriend of Alice.
Hi Judy, I did think this episode was inneresting when Johnboy survived his motorcycle accident.He seemed to walk with his cane okay. Alot of things had taken place.I felt sad for Johnboy in diffrent episodes.He seemed to be the peacemaker with his siblings.
I just finished Season 5 and I remember thinking at the beginning that it probably WAS a real injury for Richard! Interesting about Jon's hand - in the scene you showed at the dinner table he was eating - maybe he really is left-handed, but if not, it's not something anyone would pick up on! Just fun to know now when rewatching! Oh my is right when you talk about contracts and all - you've seen a lot of changes over the years...thanks for sharing with us!
Hello Judy I so enjoy watching and learning about the Walton’s. I still watch the show daily and enjoy hearing about things not shown. Thank you for doing this. My question is when shouting the episodes on the mountain and next to the creeks flowing water where are those scenes ? I lived in Virginia and passed by the Moutain often it beautiful country.
Thanks so much. The exterior locations were mostly 3 locations. The back lot of Warner Bros Studios where Drucilla’s Pond was, a local location Franklin Canyon where there is a reservoir, so when you see a larger body of water that is there, then Frazier Park about 90 min north of Los Angeles. That was where we shot the top of the mountain scenes. The old homestead, any airplane dirt strip scenes, or more expansive mountain vistas.
Walton events are awesome! NorCal please! We all agree that talent should be paid. We've come a long way since Napster!! Its a digital world and AI will test us again.
Im not saying this to embellish but i think shows like the Waltons and little house should have more recognition and admonishment these shows where so positive and wholesome it took us from our living room into your world for 1 hour at a time.
The twins didn’t continue in acting. I had a chance to chat with them some time back. Here is that link if you’d like to watch: ua-cam.com/video/GGloqeFKOC4/v-deo.html
Hi Judy, sorry I missed the last part of the interview with Mr Sennensky , I was in St. Louis for mt six month vasculitis exam. The bad news is that the infusions I take for vaculitis amost completely reduces the protection of my COVID vaccine, and because I have COPD, a bout of COVID would be fatal.. The good news is that I have been on the program for five years with no recurrence so my last infusion will be this December, and by June of next year I can get my COVID vaccine and have protection. Finaly I can get out of the house. Speaking of the law protecting child actors which , as you said, is known as the Coogan law after Jackie Coogan. I find it ironic that Jackie was the grandfather of the boy who played Jeffrey in"The Waltons". As to royalties, most people don't realize that the royalties do not amout to that much for books. movies, or TV. It stands to reason that if we are all watching "The Waltons" for whatever Hallmark is paying to show them exclusively, and we can copy them for nothing, it is not putting much money in the pockets of the regular cast members. The royalty part of he business became apparent to me when a text book that my wife co-authored with six other people was picked ot for publication. Her first check was under thirty dollars and as time went on it dwindled to nothing because they don't send royalty shares under 10 dollars. i told her that for all the time she spent on writing and editing she could have made twice as much in much less time with a night at the casino. She hates gambling almost as much as Olivia. Speaking of Michael, i watched her movie 'A Christmas without Snow" the other night. It was very good but John Houseman still scares me from his days on "The Paper Chase" where he played a law professor. As I was in law school and had a professor or two just like his character, I could NOT bring myyself to watch "The Paper Chase." I have to admit he had the same effect on me as a choral director but I'm glad I watched it until the end. Have a good day and maybe by next summer I can find that you and the rest of the Walton gang are appearing somewhere close and I can meet you all again. I'd really like that.
Do you recall Ellen Corby ever speaking of her experiences working with Lucille Ball in "I Love Lucy," or Joan Crawford in the film "Harriet Craig?" How about her great guest shot on "The Andy Griffith Show" with Don Knotts?
After they created the town square with the fountain and wooden walkways, the extra buildings seemed to appear and disappear. A single episode example would be The Hot Rod. When Miss Emily is driving in circles, it appears that only the store occupies that space. Later, when Jim Bob runs into Jodie, the full town square is seen, complete with wooden walkways. We're there 2 sets? How did that work?
It is sometimes done as a way for someone who isn’t given top billing to have a “special” credit. This is considered to give more value to their billing placement. Sometimes extra titles like “and introducing”, “special guest star” - or the actor with the designation of their character. Generally these are the last credit shown at opening credits.
Loved the waltons..only thing that spoiles it for me is to hear that the stove was not real..I always thought the food was cooked on stove..thats how real it it was to me..
The stove was functional since it was a wood burning stove - it just wasn’t safe to really use it on the sound stage to make the food for the scenes. :)
It was heartbreaking to hear that news. If you didn’t catch it, I did a segment in tribute to Tom. Here is that link: ua-cam.com/video/gIonQ1d7DjQ/v-deo.html
The grand question is how can you measure value in a world of billions of opinions and differing laws globally ? I think Ellen once said for her it was the quality of her work that mattered most to her as , as her work would be around long after she would be gone
Judy looking absolutely gorgeous this morning as always!!!!
It's hard to believe she's 66. She aged well.
What ever you want to take about is of interest, the subject of pay always comes up one way or another, now we know how it works. Have to say the picture you posted of you, Mary, and Kamie, with Ralph on his birthday is one of the best iv seen, you all look so beautiful ! The photo quality is most likely the best of its day. Glad you posted that. Thanks for another enjoyable segment. : )
Thank you so much
So Beautiful!!!
I@@Slasher2005 I'm Elizabeth age age 58
I'm 70!! Used to watch the Waltons with my mother when you first came out! We both loved it and watched every week. Love everyone on the show and the theme song brings back wonderful memories
Thank you so much.
Hi, Judy. Thank you so much for starting this channel! It's really generous of you to take the time to share your memories and answer questions. It enhances the whole Waltons experience for us fans.
So pleased to hear that. Thank you.
I appreciate the explanation for why Richard Thomas was walking with a cane in that episode, the only explanation given in the episode was a motorcycle accident even though we never saw "John Boy" riding a motorcycle!
I had that same thought about never seeing John Boy on a motorcycle. Perhaps an nod to the truth :)
And yes. I’m still watching every night 11 to midnight, third time around. Love this series. Thanks for everything
Thank you!
I watch every night from 11pm-2am on Hallmark!!
I still watch the reruns too!
Today I got to meet my grandfather's long lost aunt for the first time whose 93 Years old, and my grandfather had a sweet reunion with her.
That’s very sweet.
I love looking for any surviving ancestors. You are so lucky
Great family values loving family willing to do what it takes to survive
Sets a great example, for sure.
Love these walks down memory lane. Thank you Judy!
So glad. Thank you.
I do too cheers me up
Hi Judy...happy Monday beautiful gal...I so loved the Waltons...it was always a time when my Family would gather around the TV to watch your show...memories ...good ones..thank you all for such a grand show...you are all my Favorites...kinda hard to choose just one❤❤❤❤❤
Happy to hear that.
Judy just watched the bequest episode this am one of my favorites
Happy to hear that.
I havent heard this show in two years. Seems like a lifetime ago. Glad to see it's sill kickin'
Absolutely. Amazing after all these years :)
Always
I found out that Keith Coogan who appeared as Jeffrey was Jackie Coogans grandson in his biography in a tv magazine back in the
1980's and have seen Keith in a lot of tv series and movies since then
Thank You again Judy.🇺🇲📺📺🇺🇲
Cool, Jeffrey reminds me of Eddie Haskell...lol.
Yes. Quite the pedigree.
I'm so glad you get residuals!! I go to Hallmark every night after my baseball!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love it!!
Hi Judy these questions were interesting and thank you for sharing
Glad you enjoyed it
Good Morning Judy!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!! Thank you for sharing another great Ask Judy, we learn so much!! 🥰
So glad. Thank you for watching.
Love and Appreciate U Judy, and Mary Ellen of My Dreams.
Thank you so much.
Hello Judy! I think you do a wonderful job of answering these questions. Thank you.
Thank you. I really appreciate that.
Have a great week Miss Judy! 🤠
Thank you :-)
Great video Judy! It would be wonderful to see an interview with Marieclaire Costello who played Miss Hunter. Would that ever be possible? I’d also love to see Lynn Hamilton who played Verdie. I know Ms. Hamilton has been unwell and she is 94 yo but it would be wonderful to see her as well! I just love the guest interviews on your channel. You’re a great listener and fantastic interviewer! Sending love, Jan ❤
Thank you so much. If I can find a way to track down Mariclare I would love to have her as a guest. (if she’s willing)
Judy, you're such a treasure! I really look forward to watching your videos!!!
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Thank you so much!
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You're welcome!
Hi Judy, I've always wondered why Grandpa would correct anyone who mentioned the Civil War; he would say "it was the war between the states"? Thanks for the video's, they are always enjoyable!
I think it was his way of saying that there was nothing "civil" about it, thus he preferred to call it the war between the states.
@@sheryllelliott4284 thought he called it the war of northern aggression too, I’ve come across where he corrects the civil usage recently, but not the other, could be misremembering 🤷♀.
I believe that southerners use the terms " war of northern aggression" or " war between the states" whereas northerners use the term " civil war" more. Most of that war was fought on southern land and they lost, so they view things a little differently.
@@megfuchs9425 i recall ‘the war between the states’ being used and likely preferred, in Va. in school. If I’d heard the northern aggression title I don’t remember but when Grandpa said it it caught my attention. I’m sure it was said, as that was a most prevalent sentiment, then, maybe now 🤷♀, I don’t pretend to have a read on it having been away for a long time. The teachers in Va then were very serious about teaching their students Va history. Many were DAR/DOC ladies, like the Baldwin sisters.
I’m not sure why that was. Whether it was from a choice of Earl Hamner, or something Will requested.
“ I’m sorry that I was such a fool “
Awesome work Judy and may all the blessings of happiness be yours.
Judy a child singer before she was a star.
Her father was killed in a work accident at her very young age.
The family was struggling greatly to make ends meet.
She began to be noticed by people in the business for her phenomenal ability.
She then could help her mother with debts and expenses.
Brenda Mae Tarpley, 12, 11, 1944. Also known as Brenda Lee. Atlanta Georgia 🇬🇪.
I’m sorry 1960 .
Thx for this information. I watch The Waltons on METV every week day at Noon. We need more family value shows like The Waltons. ❤😊
So true.
I'm amazed how many of the actors grew up to look exactly as they did when they were young, just older hehe.
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Pretty good example of unauthorized use of a character was the whole debacle of Donna Douglas going to court with Mattel over the Ellie Mae doll! You would think a big company like that would have worked everything out first!
That’s where it’s a good idea to have an entertainment attorney read the small print :)
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Great info. again Judy ! Thanks for resting our inquisitive minds 😊 !
You are so welcome!
Thanks for sharing judy once again love these love the show great ask segment
So happy to hear that. My pleasure.
Awesome my pleasure anytime thanks very much
Streaming "Match Game 73" this afternoon. Watched 5 of them with Michael Learned and Richard Thomas. That was fun. I guess they changed the celebrities every week. That was my favorite game show when I was in my early teens.
How fun! I never got to do Match Game.
Great questions Judy. I'm begging for 100k subscribers to you. You've earned it.
I've heard some interviews from the 'Little House' cast and the Waltons really becomes even more special to me. Michael, based on the cast, had a massive ego but he was also generous getting actors who were struggling work - at minimal pay. THat apparently created a lot of tension on set.
From your perspective, there really wasn't egos involved on the show and I think (correct me if I'm wrong), that Earl Hammer - a man with zero ego, really kept that in check.
Cheers!
Thank you for your support for my channel. We were so lucky that there never seemed to be egos on set.
This was very informative. Thank you, Judy. Love the way you dress up for these videos.
So sweet of you to say. 🥰
Today, me and my mom was out knocking on doors inviting people to church and telling them about Jesus, and we talked to this black lady outside her home out of the country, and she's a woman missionary to Pittsburgh and really loves the Lord and was so tickled to death over my visit with her today for over 10 minutes.
It’s so strange that I’ve been wondering about residuals for quite a while now- I just didn’t want to get all up in your business. I’m so glad someone else has asked this for me. Thanks again for your time Judy
Glad it was helpful.
I recently started watching Season 1 over for the millionth time and I love the intro in that season as it's longer than in other seasons. Do you remember what it was like to film that? I remember Kami saying somewhere (maybe on her channel) something about it- specifically about how when she came in at the end, they told her to run slower 😅 so I guess my question is what do you remember about filming that Season 1 intro?
Yea, loved that intro...and including the dog!
I vaguely remember shooting it. Mostly it was like filming any other scene from an episode. They wanted us all to be excited about the arrival of the radio.
Very insightful as always. Thanks.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
Yes,very informative 👌, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it.
Bummer you won’t be coming to PA. I am from the other side of the state and was considering it
Sorry to miss those of you who will make it there.
Are you saying you don’t get residuals? If so, that’s a bummer. That seems unfair to me.
We do get residuals under some conditions. With reruns being on cable and streaming we do get residuals for these.
Thank you!
Thanks for watching.
Wonderful to see you and your looking so lovely today and so beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤ what is your secret? Didn;t realize so much involved with making a tv show WOW & agents, oh I hope to make this one, hoping!
Thank you very much. Glad this was enlightening.
Thank you Judy for this interesting video. Have a great week.
Thank you! You too!
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Hi Judy, thanks for sharing your answers to the questions. Always love to here the answers and learn more about the Walton's and beyond. Have a great week!
You are so welcome!
I love your scarf , looks great on you
Thank you :)
Good questions. Thanks for sharing with us. Mary
You are so welcome
Did any of you participate in the dreaded Network Stars competitions? Those were kind of fun to watch.
Yes. I was the only one from our cast to participate, but I did 3 of them. Had a total blast.
@@judynorton2598 fantastic. I’ll have to go hunting for a clip on UA-cam. Unless you want to find it first and tell us about your experience. Was brave of you!
@@ruthmarner6582 I did speak a bit about it in a couple of Ask Judy segments
here are some of those links: ua-cam.com/video/X3blewir1Mo/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/zTQFplJb1z8/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/JtMpPCuf6Jg/v-deo.html
There are definitely clips on UA-cam from the competitions I did. And it seems the full episodes are also available. I did season 7, 9 & 10.
Hi Judy, you mentioned the Jackie Coogan law, I read that the boy that played “Jeffrey” in the later episodes is the grandson of Jackie Coogan. We are watching the Waltons from start to finish and really enjoying it. We find that even the theme song is very comforting to us as a couple in our 60s.
Yes, you are correct that Keith Mitchell Coogan is Jackie Coogan's grandson. So glad you are still enjoying the show.
I thought the amount retained into a fund for your future would be more than 20%. Personally, I wouldn't touch any money being earned by my children as it is wholly theirs irrespective of age although I would manage their income for safekeeping until they are older but that's just me. Thank you Judy for this segment and best wishes to you from your waltonian superfan in a sunny and warm England😉
Probably depends on the financial situation of the family.
*Judy, thank you for answering all the great questions asked by the subs. You & your family have a wonderful week 🙂nz*
Thank you - and thanks for watching.
Id love see you doing roller derby lol ,i bet you where very athletic and competitive ❤
I had a lot of fun :-) It’s amazing exercise. I just used to train with the teams.
@@judynorton2598 that's awesome 👍
My question is about conflict on the set. I am referring to conflict between actors, crew members and crew and cast. How were they resolved? How much time was lost on set. Thanks!
There was very little conflict on set so very little time lost on that. I believe if there was an issue the producer came down from the production office and had a conversation with whoever was upset.
Thanks Judy. Interesting review. Seems more fair than in the Coogan era.
Yes - progress for sure.
I enjoyed your video very much and found it interesting when you were talking about different injuries that maybe somebody may have while away from the set. When you mention about John’s hand being injured, it reminded me of something I heard not long ago on a UA-cam video about one day when Andy Griffith was on the set rehearsing, he got angry about something and put his fist through the wall and hurt his hand And so they wrote that something about how he injured his hand a criminal. It is interesting how they can get around things like for example I don’t remember anything about the story but something about Melissa Sue Anderson, who played Mary Ingalls I don’t remember what season it was when she started wearing braces. I don’t remember if they were the kind that she could take out of her mouth back then in the 70s or if they did something to hide the braces I don’t remember anything about the story but it’s interesting how they come up with Ways to either hide something that can’t be seen or write in something to explain like injured hand. I am dictating this so I’m sure some of the words are not coming out correctly so I apologize. Thank you again for your videos. I enjoy them very much. Have a blessed day. Susan from Houston, Texas.
Yes, shows do have to write around various situations. I’m always amused by the way they try to disguise actresses who are pregnant when it doesn’t fit the storyline for the show. Baggie clothes, standing behind furniture etc :)
Growing up in the 1970’s/80’s, my family and I watched the Waltons on a regular basis for years. A great TV show and cast indeed. Today, I am 59 and still love this TV and enjoyed watching the reruns. However, living in the Phila., New Jersey and Delaware area I can’t watch the show anymore. For some reason, to my knowledge and I’ve looked everywhere, I am unable to find a network that does the reruns daily. I don’t understand it. Again, a great TV and cast of actors.
Sorry you’ve been having trouble finding the show. I know it’s been on Hallmark, INSP, MeTV and then I hear people talk about watching on amazon, FreeVee, and a couple of other streaming platforms.
Nice topic. If you was to be in charge of "The Waltons" series, what types of changes or things you would have to happen on "The Waltons"? I bet it probably would be a challenge
I’d want to keep it real - which was the best of what the series did over the years.
@@judynorton2598 Wow. Wonderful experience
Judy, I think it had to be 5 because Richard only signed for 5 years. The major accident of all: Lucy broke her leg skiing while doing "Here's Lucy". It ended her physical comedy career.
And Kramer survived 9 years on Seinfeld with only a nose bump!!
You are correct. It was at the beginning of season 5.
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I appreciate when fans ask questions I hadn't thought of myself! Today's video is illuminating! I wonder if industry leaders at the time The Walton's premiered had any notion of streaming, cable, DVDs, etc! If they had they probably would have kept their lawyers up all night writing boilerplate to make sure they wouldn't have to pay royalties until infinity! 😄 When you mentioned not being permitted to engage in dangerous activities while in production my mind jumped to commercial models who sometimes insure their legs, hands, feet! Did any of you children do any modeling? I stumbled upon a Pinterest photo of you girls with Ralph! You're in modern clothes but all wearing bonnets such as in A Christmas Carol and Ralph is holding an old-fashioned rifle! I wondered if you remembered what that photo was about. It struck me how beautiful you girls were and are and I wondered if you ever participated in fashion or cosmetics modeling! Thanks for a great Monday show, Judy! I'm still appreciating your most recent conversation with John and Mr Senensky! Lots of love to Walton's everywhere! ❤
Thanks, Holly. I don’t think any of us ever did any modeling. Not sure I’d have the patience, or aptitude for it :). I believe that photo was for a Thanksgiving promo of some sort.
Been going through the series I'm on season 8. Such a great show.
Awesome!
Good day Judy, you do not disappoint. Thank you for your entertaining lesson on contracts. If your schedule permits perhaps you could zoom in on the PA event (s). Back in the day studios insured their actresses with million dollar policy for their legs and other body parts. Even today some actors insure themselves for multiple millions .Christopher Reeve (Superman ) fell from a horse and became paralyzed. I guess the bottom line is injuries can happen on or off set. Thankfully you were not injured in any of your outside interests ( or even on Blue). I think some restrictions are necessary to protect the talent ( and the studio to protect their investment). My question for you is: Was there ever a time in your career that you refused a role because it could've possibly inflict bodily injury to yourself? Thanks Judy, you're the best.
Glad you enjoyed this. I was never asked to do an acting role I felt would be dangerous, so I never had to make that decision.
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I just watched the episode "The Ring". Your interactions with Martha Rose are classic Mary Ellen! GREAT!!! I've always wondered in series, what was the supposed age difference between John Boy and Mary Ellen? And was Jason just one year younger than John Boy? Did you have to learn to do the dances in that episode? Love The Waltons! ❤❤❤
Glad you enjoyed that Mary Ellen - Martha Rose rivalry :). I believe there was about 3 years between John Boy and Mary Ellen, so Jason was somewhere in between those two. I don’t think there was anything specific about the dance that had to be learned. I already knew how to waltz and various other dances.
I recall seeing the movie September 30 1955 that Richard Thomas starred in. It was a great film about the impact of James Dean on high school kids. I had no idea that was how Richard was injured though! Great segment Judy ❤
When John Boy rode the motorcycle across the screen I think it was the title shown "September 30,1955". Then another date '1879'. But wasn't that movie released in 1979?
Judy you may want to double-check this caption 😊
Glad this was of help.
Good catch on that date. lol
Greetings Judy,
I grew up watching the Walton’s growing up!😊
My wife and I have been to the real Walton (Hamner) homestead, the museum and traveled around town viewing remarkable sights like Godseys store. Because I find myself reminiscing as I enter my mid 60’s, I wonder if the Walton cast does the same. I realize the mental image of Walton mountain vs. the Hollywood set are remarkably different, but I wonder if the “kids”, dream about what was.
Thank you for sharing your experiences of that life with us.
So glad you had a chance to see some of the real locations. Doing these segments has certainly been a trip down memory lane 🥰
It’s a shame that the staff are not being paid residual salary. I watch The Waltons on MeTV every weekday. I wouldn’t miss it for the WORLD.
I hope they are getting 💵
We get a nominal amount for the shows being streamed and shown on cable networks.
Awesome video as always.
Thank you 🥰
Hi judy.Had questions about some of the story lines. Jim bob graduated in 44 and the war ended in 45, how would crazy jim bob become a Sargent in about a year??? All the boys were in the service but they never got haircuts??? When Corabeth and Ike got married, she looked like a very simple, didnt know anybody, virgin, years later they had a episode of a boyfriend she hadnt seen in years.???. Crazy questions but wanted to get your opinion on that, thanks. Still injoy the Waltons now just like I did back in the 70's. Thanks for what you do, love hearing the questions and answers😂
During wartime, in war zones, rank was achieved very quickly compared to being stationed near home.
I wish I had more info on those questions, but I would be speculating.
I watched The Brady Bunch the other day on MeTV and saw Ike on it as a guest star. I could have seen Ike on The Brady Bunch being the boyfriend of Alice.
He was actually playing a flirty delivery man from Driscoll's Toy Store in the Peter the Hero episode!
@@jons.6216 yup that was the episode
What fun!
@@judynorton2598 Judy do you wish you could have guest stared on the Brady Bunch?
Hi Judy, I did think this episode was inneresting when Johnboy survived his motorcycle accident.He seemed to walk with his cane okay. Alot of things had taken place.I felt sad for Johnboy in diffrent episodes.He seemed to be the peacemaker with his siblings.
That’s true that John boy was always having to help with his siblings.
I just finished Season 5 and I remember thinking at the beginning that it probably WAS a real injury for Richard! Interesting about Jon's hand - in the scene you showed at the dinner table he was eating - maybe he really is left-handed, but if not, it's not something anyone would pick up on! Just fun to know now when rewatching! Oh my is right when you talk about contracts and all - you've seen a lot of changes over the years...thanks for sharing with us!
Glad you enjoyed this. No, Jon is not left handed which caught my eye. Eric is left handed :)
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Today I seen the episode “The Ring” with Martha Rose “Cindy Eilbacher” She was spoiled and sassy to our Mary Ellen 🙂
She sure was 🤨
Thanks for your insight.
Glad it was helpful!
Hello Judy I so enjoy watching and learning about the Walton’s. I still watch the show daily and enjoy hearing about things not shown. Thank you for doing this. My question is when shouting the episodes on the mountain and next to the creeks flowing water where are those scenes ? I lived in Virginia and passed by the Moutain often it beautiful country.
Thanks so much. The exterior locations were mostly 3 locations. The back lot of Warner Bros Studios where Drucilla’s Pond was, a local location Franklin Canyon where there is a reservoir, so when you see a larger body of water that is there, then Frazier Park about 90 min north of Los Angeles. That was where we shot the top of the mountain scenes. The old homestead, any airplane dirt strip scenes, or more expansive mountain vistas.
@@judynorton2598 thank you Judy that is amazing
Besides John. Which kid was paid the highest
My guess is it was equal but maybe over 18 more. Idk
Sorry we’re not allowed to discuss specifics on salaries.
@@judynorton2598 understand. Didn’t think you mind decades ago. Just thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. God bless
Keith Coogan's (Jeffrey) grandfather, right?
Correct :)
I just watch season 3 Ep 5 “Romance”. Mary Ellen upset at Grandma. Grandma sure had her stern statements didn’t she?
Grandma didn’t hesitate to let you know when she was unhappy with you :)
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I always enjoy your vlogs whatever the content!
Thank you so much.
Walton events are awesome! NorCal please! We all agree that talent should be paid. We've come a long way since Napster!! Its a digital world and AI will test us again.
Thank you. Sounds like you’ve had a chance to attend an event or 2 or 3… :)
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My pleasure. Thanks for watching.
I'm getting the Walton's TV Serries DVD collection so I can watch my favorite show.
Awesome!
@@judynorton2598 can't wait for that
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Thank you so much.
My favorite actor is Judy Norton Taylor she played Mary Ellen
Thank you so much.
Im not saying this to embellish but i think shows like the Waltons and little house should have more recognition and admonishment these shows where so positive and wholesome it took us from our living room into your world for 1 hour at a time.
Thank you so much.
Wow ive always wondered if John boy walking with the cane was authentic or acting....
Happy to help :)
What ever happened to the twins that played John Curtis? I may have missed it, but I’ve never read anything about them. Thanks for all you do!
The twins didn’t continue in acting. I had a chance to chat with them some time back. Here is that link if you’d like to watch: ua-cam.com/video/GGloqeFKOC4/v-deo.html
Hi Judy, sorry I missed the last part of the interview with Mr Sennensky , I was in St. Louis for mt six month vasculitis exam. The bad news is that the infusions I take for vaculitis amost completely reduces the protection of my COVID vaccine, and because I have COPD, a bout of COVID would be fatal.. The good news is that I have been on the program for five years with no recurrence so my last infusion will be this December, and by June of next year I can get my COVID vaccine and have protection. Finaly I can get out of the house.
Speaking of the law protecting child actors which , as you said, is known as the Coogan law after Jackie Coogan. I find it ironic that Jackie was the grandfather of the boy who played Jeffrey in"The Waltons". As to royalties, most people don't realize that the royalties do not amout to that much for books. movies, or TV. It stands to reason that if we are all watching "The Waltons" for whatever Hallmark is paying to show them exclusively, and we can copy them for nothing, it is not putting much money in the pockets of the regular cast members. The royalty part of he business became apparent to me when a text book that my wife co-authored with six other people was picked ot for publication. Her first check was under thirty dollars and as time went on it dwindled to nothing because they don't send royalty shares under 10 dollars. i told her that for all the time she spent on writing and editing she could have made twice as much in much less time with a night at the casino. She hates gambling almost as much as Olivia.
Speaking of Michael, i watched her movie 'A Christmas without Snow" the other night. It was very good but John Houseman still scares me from his days on "The Paper Chase" where he played a law professor. As I was in law school and had a professor or two just like his character, I could NOT bring myyself to watch "The Paper Chase." I have to admit he had the same effect on me as a choral director but I'm glad I watched it until the end. Have a good day and maybe by next summer I can find that you and the rest of the Walton gang are appearing somewhere close and I can meet you all again. I'd really like that.
Glad to hear your health is coming along and you’re doing better. Thanks for sharing all this additional info.
Have a nice day Judy
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Question…If you’d never gotten into the entertainment business, what career path would you see yourself in today? Thanks
Good question. Hard to say since I started so early.
Did you have fun doing it
Always :)
Do you recall Ellen Corby ever speaking of her experiences working with Lucille Ball in "I Love Lucy," or Joan Crawford in the film "Harriet Craig?" How about her great guest shot on "The Andy Griffith Show" with Don Knotts?
She did talk about some of her earlier work experiences, but I don’t recall anything specific about Lucille Ball, Joan Crawford or Don Knotts.
After they created the town square with the fountain and wooden walkways, the extra buildings seemed to appear and disappear. A single episode example would be The Hot Rod. When Miss Emily is driving in circles, it appears that only the store occupies that space. Later, when Jim Bob runs into Jodie, the full town square is seen, complete with wooden walkways. We're there 2 sets? How did that work?
The sets were still there, it was just the angle they shot from that determined whether you saw it or not.
Judy, in the opening titles it shows Will Geer as The Grandfather. Do you know why it had that about him and no one else?
It is sometimes done as a way for someone who isn’t given top billing to have a “special” credit. This is considered to give more value to their billing placement. Sometimes extra titles like “and introducing”, “special guest star” - or the actor with the designation of their character. Generally these are the last credit shown at opening credits.
Loved the waltons..only thing that spoiles it for me is to hear that the stove was not real..I always thought the food was cooked on stove..thats how real it it was to me..
The stove was functional since it was a wood burning stove - it just wasn’t safe to really use it on the sound stage to make the food for the scenes. :)
0:58 HOW ABOUT THE PASSING OF TOM BOWER?? I LOVED HIS CHARACTER.
It was heartbreaking to hear that news. If you didn’t catch it, I did a segment in tribute to Tom. Here is that link: ua-cam.com/video/gIonQ1d7DjQ/v-deo.html
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The grand question is how can you measure value in a world of billions of opinions and differing laws globally ? I think Ellen once said for her it was the quality of her work that mattered most to her as , as her work would be around long after she would be gone
I’m so grateful for the legacy we have created with The Waltons.
@@judynorton2598 fantastic crew the end of an era . Hollywood so totally different now, no values of greatness
Cindy and Ben should hace their own facebook page together
In season 6 episode 9: The Battle Of Drucilla's Pond, Olivia does paintings of the area. Are those actually done by Michael Learned?
No, those were done by our Art Director Ed Graves.
@@judynorton2598 They're really good. I wonder where they are now? Be nice to have the portrait of the house ♥️
Being a Dark Shadows fan as a kid, I just found out David Henesy was on season 2, episode 10 of the Waltons, was that true?