All of the Waltons cast were like family I grew up watching your show for 9 years. You were such good actors and actresses that forever you all will be loved and never forgotten !
Mary is extraordinary. It's wonderful how appreciative she is for her life's blessings. Being part of a show as beloved as the Waltons I can understand how she is so proud of her involvement in the show. It's gratifying to see her display such appreciation for the fans and for her costars whom she developed lifelong friendships with. In fact all the Waltons cast have been so connected with their fans. Judy, as a 50 year fan of the Waltons, I really appreciate your desire to allow your fans an opportunity to share in your memories. It means so much to so many. Keep it going!
One of my favorite episodes was the episode where Erin dressed as a southern belle ❤️. As for the scene where Mary Ellen was dunking Erin’s head in the water I thought was very sister like lol.
You made me feel like I was there I was there, sitting at the table at meal time, and at night time I always waited to see who I was going to be able to say good night to. Very realistic series.
Mary was so delightful to see. Love hearing how she "Really" felt being on the Walton's. I am going to look for her books. A Great segment Judy, thank you.
This was so heart warming Judy snd Mary. It is also funny to hear how you felt about scenes, hair etc that you felt could have been done differently. I did kind of wonder why more effort didn’t go into doing authentic hair styles for Elizabeth, Erin and Mary Ellen., though in the end the quality of the show still shines through it all. Thank you Mary for sharing your memories and thoughts. I have one of your books and need to go finish it! Love your writing! Best wishes on the new book! Thanks Judy for putting this together !💖
This was wonderful to watch. What a beautiful enduring friendship you and Mary have. Looking forward to more future episodes with Mary as you chat about life on the set of one of my favorite shows.
@@judynorton2598 all of y'all are so dear and special to us we grew up with each and every one of y'all Miss Judy we prayed when y'all prayed we laughed with y'all we cried with y'all we celebrated with y'all and it's still going stronger than the Energizer Bunny! Hahaha!
Thank you for all the work you put into these segments. Whether it is Ask Judy, or Behind the Scenes. There must be a lot of work and coordination that goes into each segment. Thank you for keeping us all connected to the Waltons! We love it.
There were three TV programs that all three generations watched, all together, and those three were The Ed Sullivan Show, The Jackie Gleason Show, and Hee Haw.
There you have it. Two friends of 50 or so years who still value greatly the bond forged between you. May the good Lord bless you with another 50 years of sisterhood and happy memories of a very special time in your lives, and the lives of all those who love the Waltons. It’s 12:21 a.m. here in NJ, so, “Good night Mary Ellen. Good night Erin”.
Such a beautiful interview with Mary. She's such an accomplished woman. What a great relationships you both have..sisters in the true meaning of the word. Thanks Judy 💝
This was such a wonderful upload Judy. You two ladies could pass for “blood sister” by the way y’all get along and talk about days gone by. Thank you two for doing these videos. 👍🏻
I just watched where the Walton's took in a young boy from a orphanage for awhile and when he had to go back and everyone was sad and the childless neighbors finally decided to adopt him ,it made this retired 64 year old farmer crying his eyes out ,you see my wife couldn't have a baby and we went to adopt our son out of a orphanage in Honduras,that was 34 years ago ❤️❤️❤️
I love how the two of you interact in these interviews. It's so nice to see that you all have remained close friends even after "The Waltons" show ended. Thank you so much to both of you for sharing this very enjoyable video.
Judy I just love watching the Walton’s. It would be hard for me to pick a favorite actor on the show because I love every one of them. I’ve actually just got through watching the whole series again. It gives me such peace to watch how things were back in the days considering how bad it is now. Thank you all you’ve done to make this happen. Connie
Hard to believe 50 years have passed since The Waltons. Watching you both got me thinking about why people today look so much younger than just 2 generations ago. I look at pictures of my parents and grandparents at my age and think ... do I look that old ? I remember seasons 8 and 9 and the scenes of the girls wearing the tight jeans of the 80s and I agree with your statement that the network was trying to stay with the times to gain viewers. I chuckled at Mary's Wow, oh, wow memory. Its funny the things from the past that stick with us. Enjoyed hearing all your memories! ✌
So amazing how your bond with each other still holds strong after so many years. You were both incredibly great in your acting careers. Thank you Judy for bringing us along.
Being a wife and mother is enough for many of us. That's why I identify with olivia walton. We shouldn't feel the need to apologize for not working outside the home. We are not less than others, we are homemakers, hear us roar!! 🥰
Very special. And heartfelt. I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to grow up and still have to adhere to a certain range of dialog on the show and to be told "not to question it". Frustrating and at times helpless. But from that came a good bit of humor and laughter, as well. "Hollywoodland" can be pretty quirky!
The Waltons are the Best Family show ever. I can Watch over and over and never get tired of it. ❤😊😍💌 it reminds me of my Family. I have a brothers names John. James. And a sister name mary pretty cool. 😊❤ im Glad you all keep in touch
I loved the Waltons and still do. I watch the reruns everyday at noon to 1 pm on Metv. I watch it over and over and never get tired of it. Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes with us.
I just loved it when Mary put on the ball dress I would often at work when the bosses would have us try to do to much at once and I would act like a robot and say I am human I am not a robot lol 😂 so this just shows careful how you treat your workers you just might get what you ask for 🤣🤣
Really love Mary's honesty and her ability to face the obstacles she's had throughout her life, both good and bad. Thanks ladies, until next time... God Bless 🙏
Its so nice watching you two hanging out together even though you are not physically together. Surprised to hear Mary was scolded for making suggestions by the asst director in the later seasons but I suppose this was a sign of the times and how things were changing in relation to the production of the show. You both are true professionals and an absolute joy to watch, I felt I was in the meeting as well. Thank you so much Judy, I always look forward to the delights you bring us. Best wishes from your waltonian superfan in sunny warm England😉
Awesome hearing from Ms Mary McDough again. What a beautiful friendship the two of you have Ms Judy . A friendship you wouldn't change for anything. I love your stories ladies and getting to know a bit more about you both. God's speed ladies.
It was so great to see Mary I love the way you talked about things that were done on the show that you thought would be of been done differently in real life I assure you I would of never said wow e wow over and guy shame on the writers they had no idea how things were done back in the day I’m 71 and that would of never happened…. I grew up in a neighborhood of mostly guys mist were very cute but they were my friends so I never gave it much thought to their looks oh my friends that was a different story but I’d tell them you don’t know them like I do and I laugh most of the time at them not to their face but I would sure laugh so I can really relate to what you were talking about different things in the show …. Judy keep them coming they are great the memories are so beautiful and blessed ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🌈🌈🌈
You ladies are just wonderful. I watch the show everyday. Your both beautiful ladies and you seem to act so well and so real together. I sure thank you two and I sure will continue watching my favorite show. You two, stay as you are.
Oh my gosh !!!!! Hi Judy n hi Mary. It's such an honor to see you and Judy. You are so beautiful. I just loved your character on the show!!!! I'm so thrilled to hear you share some stories n things here on Judy's video. Thank you !!! I love you. You look the same!!! So pretty !!!
You and Mary are very genuine and sweet. I think everyone that watched this feels they could easily sit down with you both and become immediate friends. I’m going to look up Mary’s books today. I’m assuming Amazon would be a great starting point. Sorry I don’t have Facebook (I’m probably the only American who doesn’t!! Haha) so I can’t look for them on Mary’s Facebook account. Have a great day! Another Mary.
Great segment Judy, loved hearing you and Mary talk about your experiences and comparing notes. It is very endearing to see what a sisterly bond you have!💜
This is a real thrill to see! I just happened for no particular reason to start streaming the Waltons on Freevee, and found myself remembering watching the later season eps as a kid, and being enthralled with them. So I skipped ahead to Season 9, and found the episodes are *so* well-written and immersive. Even with the departure of the parents, I so wish it could have continued on another few years (as a series, that is). And, too funny! I just the other night was watching Mary Ellen in the episode where she was determined to go to medical school, I think, and all I could think in one scene of Judy was, "Nothing comes between me and my Calvins," lol. I noticed the same thing. Something with Happy Days, Waltons, all period piece shows in the late 1970s/early 80s that seemed to stop trying for style/fashion accuracy. And, yet, at least with the Waltons, there are some episodes in the 9th season where the effort is truly strived for. It doesn't feel like anything is missing in the final season (with the absence of now both Ralph Waite and Michael Learned), because the cast and writing and storylines are SO good. Could write forever, but one thought. They made a "reboot" movie last year that they hoped would be turned into a series. Speaking for myself, what we'd really love to see is a limited (or not so limited!) series that picks up with you, Mary, the other siblings, and Michael Learned. You are the reason we tune in, and why it endures. Thanks for the joy you've all brought!
Said to a very dear friend of mine, "Why was I drawn to the Waltons after so many years? Not to mention the final season? It was never something that would ever enter my mind." In retrospect, it really saved my life. Was in a very dark corner over the last year with more loss than I seemed to be able to handle. There were some key episodes in there about love and compassion. What's funny is, watching it on Freevee, it's occasionally spattered with 2022 ads. I find I have to mute them. The messaging in the ads seems so out of place and so foreign to the wisdom in the show that *actually* helps lives and saves them. We really live in such different times now. For whatever reason, when my faith was really at its lowest ebb, some thought entered to watch the Waltons, unconscious and silly as it seemed at the time. It really saved me. Thankful. If you ever get that series that lets us see where the Walton clan is (in I'm guessing the 1990s or so, going on shifting timelines), I can only pray the writers sourced to do it have this same innate wisdom and kindness for all people that seems so lacking in these current times.
These interviews with Mary were so lovely ,thank you for sharing your stories with us. You two really share an enduring sisterhood ,how blest were you . Look forward to reading Mary’s books. ♥️
I love the interviews with your cast members. Looking forward to more like with “Olivia” or maybe get Theresa Caputo to help with “John” or Grandma or Grandpa!!!❤️
Thank you, Judy, and Mary, for these conversations! They are a pleasure to watch! It’s so interesting to hear your thoughts on your characters and their paths! I watch The Walton’s daily. “Wow, oh wow!” I appreciate Mary sharing about the dialogue and that the real person behind Erin’s character would not have said that either! There is SO much behind the scenes~the hair, scripts, the “hat” lol, {Mary, your hair looked beautiful when you pulled off that hat!, lol} …decisions and things we, the viewers, would never know happened! Thank you for sharing! You are both so wonderful!💚
Wow, oh wow! So nice to hear more from Mary! (sorry Mary, couldn't resist). :) Seriously, you two were my TV sisters and just like sisters, I am so proud of the women you two have become. Especially when the industry tends to drag down even the best people. Hopefully Mary can visit again to give us an update after the completion of her latest book.
The fact that you are still friends after all these years says a lot about the spirit the Waltons put forward. It’s a big reason the show is still so endearing. Love you guys.
So heartwarming to see Mary and you talking, laughing and reminiscing like old friends and sisters💞It’s wonderful that you both are still so close and had those amazing experiences together. That is such a blessing. I was just watching “Empty Nest”, when Erin and Mary Ellen moved in together and they were in that tiny studio apartment with John Curtis. Mary Ellen protected Erin from her boss, who was a wolf. It’s great to have a sister you can count on!! You both had some good stories and interesting people to work with. Thank you for sharing all these fun memories with us!!💖
Thank you for another wonderful post. I feel like I've just watched two dear friends catch up which is exactly what you've done once again. Kind greetings from New York
I really enjoyed this segment. I loved hearing the stories and seeing the joy you both have together and always ❤️ I’ve been watching reruns on MeTV. I don’t remember as much of the shows when I watched in the 70’s with my family, so I’m re-doing that story for myself. It’s my favourite thing to watch after work. Thank you ❤️
The scene with the hat really looked so perfect to me! I literally saw nothing wrong. You were so beautiful with your hair however it was !!!! You were a cute girl !
Absolutely love the episode where she dressed as a Southern Bell. Funny how she talked about one with her and Paul Northridge and right after I watched this it was time for the Walton’s on Me TV and it was the episode where she first met Paul. Love you guys. Can’t wait to hear about what you all have planned for the 50th Anniversary.
This was so great. Looking forward to your chat with Eric Scott. Do you think there's even a remote chance David Harper would ever consent to an appearance?
I never noticed all the things that you as actors talk about, like Erin’s hair out of the hat. I just love the show and whoever was involved in the making of the show, really did a good job! 50 years later and the popularity is a absolute wonderful. Very happy to still hear from you and Mary.
And now we are all learning so much more with these candid interviews and all of the cast members keeping the show alive! Mary mentioned that Richard asked her why she didn’t tell them what was going on and she said she was trained not to and it didn’t seem safe. That was the culture for most people back then for many reasons and generations before, not only in Hollywood Land. I hope Mary records her her books (she records them herself) for Audible as that would be a good outlet. Right now I only see a couple of them listed there and they are narrated by someone else. You two are about the age of my older siblings and I was the youngest, so it is fabulous to see you reminiscing about your alternate Waltons family experiences as if they were just as real as me and my siblings talking about our growing up years and what is going on today (and if we dare to feel safe to spill any secrets). Sometimes they slip out.
Hello. Do you know what Mary is referring to when she was speaking to Richard? I haven't read any of the books written by her yet. I didn't know she is an author until this video.
Just have to say I LOVE this show. I've been hooked on this show since I was very little and literately raised on this show. Another super cool thing is that I live in Virginia and I think its so cool that the Waltons are also based in VA. Thank you for bringing us the Waltons to cherish in our hearts forever. I hope to visit the place it was filmed. It's on my bucket list. Anyway your "Behind the Scenes" are super helpful. Thank you for doing this!
Wonderful interview. Growing up I had terrible crushes on Mary and Diane Lane, as we were all about the same age, and they looked a lot alike. I think I still do :). Vegging on the marathon this weekend. Season six always saddens me as I knew Mr. Geer was in his twilight. What a wonderful actor and a full life.
Thank you for sharing, Judy! Mary made wonderful contributions and continues to do so. Always felt a connection with Mary, her SFV roots, sensing her influence in the use of Northridge, that would become Erin's married name on The Waltons; if true, glad the production team listened and took her suggestion.
Love to see you two ladies talking about the show. You both are such wonderful role models for young actors. Thank you for the behind the scenes stories. Lovely to see Mary again. 💕
I have to agree with Mary, having grown up with two older sisters I never heard either of them say, WOW OH WOW, while talking about a boy. It's always a pleasure to see you two gal pals talking about old times and what's going on with you now, thanks for another enjoyable video Judy.
