Donna appears genuinely surprised and touched. Notice how she said goodbye to the original group of strangers, although she didn’t know any of the. That is a person with manners and graciousnesses. All that performing and four children.
The genuine shock when Ralph reveals, and then you can see she’s stunned and overwhelmed with gratitude and affection for those who love her. Watching many seasons of her show, it is heartwarming to see a bit of her personal authenticity.
What an amazing treasure of a program! And speaking of… DONNA REED was an American Treasure all her own! Does anyone remember her filling in on Dallas briefly back in the 80’s?!
Ralph Edwards started out as a CBS radio announcer for Major Bowes' "Original Amateur Hous" in 1938. Then in 1941 he created his own hit show, "Truth or Consequences" that ran on both radio and television. He discovered his replacement, Bob Barker, in 1956. "This is Your Life" began in 1948 for NBC, airing from 1948 through 1961. Although Ralph invaded the privacy of many celebrity guests, he made a strict ruling with his staff: they were never to create a biographical episode about Ralph Edwards. (Penalty was they would immediately be fired.) In later yeas Ralph concentrated on being a television producer and creator.for "Name That Tune" and "The People's Court". He died in 2005 at the age of 92.
I loved and admired how Donna played Miss.Ellie. I thought she did a wonderful job in Dallas. I also liked how Barbara Bel Geddes played Miss.Ellie as well. I still believe they both brought dignity, respect, and warmth to the character of Miss.Ellie. God Bless - Jason
What a beautiful and charming woman. She was always a favorite of mine. It is sad to see how America has devolved and become so uncivilized in comparison to such an earnest, honest and hard-working family.
It was not successful when it first came out and didn't become a cult classic until many years later when it fell into public domain and every station in the country started airing it around Christmas time
Yes back then people wanted to grow up & look like an adult, now they act & look about 13 or 14 & act like they are 5 years old. We have definitely regressed not progressed.
Beyoncé is a MARRIED mom of three with a BILLIONAIRE husband. She gives her all on stage. Pick someone else to degrade, because she is not a bad influence on today’s youth.✌🏿
