The Waltons - The Matchmakers episode - behind the scenes with Judy Norton 

One of my favorite episodes. Loved Cora Beth's line "and I said yes!" Unforgettable.

I feel as if people forget or don't realize Cora Beth was a Walton. I'm glad you explained her familial connection. I felt bad for Cora Beth when her dance studio didn't succeed, but I believe she found success as a realtor. The Waltons was probably one of the first family shows to have episodes on alcoholism/substance abuse.

Judy looking absolutely Beautiful this morning as always!!!

Cora Beth sure stirred up the pot not just for Ike, but for everyone. Loved the photographer scene with Erin and the little girl.

Joe Conley and Ronnie Claire Edwards were such fine actors. The world is a smaller place without them. My favourite episode.

Love this one! My favorite part is when they're all sitting around the table and Grandma's telling the story about the cousin who moved in and outlived them all!

This was a wonderful episode. Corabeth and Ike’s addition to the series was a great move to the ensemble. They added another dimension to future stories.

I loved the subplot of Erin and John Boy. The little girl in the photographer's study did such a good job of showing a truly shy person. It was very sweet how Erin extended her friendship immediately and turned the entire situation to a bright memory for both girls. 🧡📷

Loved how she said, “Mr. Godsey !”

I LOVED Cora Beth, with her "Snotty" ways

Thankyou Judy for another great behind the scenes story The Matchmaker. Love how CoraBeth's transformation from a sow's ear to a silk purse with her hairstyle and wardrobe especially during the 1940 episodes. Her acting especially when she played her own twin sister was exceptional. Playing two polar opposite of the same coin.

I remember this episode originally when it was on CBS when Cora Beth was introduced to the show and the Walton's were never the same as well as her being a Walton, Ronie Clare Edwards was a fellow Oklahoman and she was a great actress in anything that she did Thank You Judy.🇺🇲📺🇺🇲

I loved this episode. Corabeth was another WONDERFUL supporting character, among so many others and an INCREDIBLE main cast, that added considerably to an already stellar series. ❤❤❤

Cora Beth was such a revelation as the show went on. Her character Cora Beth and Ike were wonderful complex characters through out the show. Loved them and what great actors they were. ❤

Thanks for another in depth discussion. It occurred to me the character of Mary Ellen was ahead of her time. She found her own path as a nurse, wife and mother. Independent, strong individual

One of my favorites. Good to get the refresher on Cora Beth and her relationship to the Walton. Ike and Cora Beth were always delightful together. Good casting.

You hit the nail on the head with Ike and Corabeth. Ike just wanted to solved his loneliness problem, Corabeth did the same thing. She figured Ike would give her what she wanted and she would also be close to family. I liked how Corabeth acted more richer than she and Ike actually were. Glad they settled and seemed to be happy together.

Thank you so much for this Judy...I had almost forgotten this episode...beautiful script by John McGreevey and outstanding performances all around...it was another one of those big episodes, lots of sets, lots of props, lots of cast. I marvel at the fact we were able to do it...and oh yes, Ronnie Claire, dear dear Ronnie Claire...I don't recall how she was cast, or who discovered her...but she was brilliant! As we said, "Ronnie Claire was Corabeth and Corabeth was Ronnie Claire" RCE purchased the Bullock (Bullock Stores) Mansion on the hill in the Los Feliz section of LA and hosted "Dinner Soires" there on weekends...I remember like it was yesterday how Ronnie Claire would agonize about who sat where at the dinner table....I can see her now placing the name cards in each place, stepping back in deep thought and then re-arranging them all again...She was brilliant at who sat next to who and who sat across...actually, these 'soires' really were Ronnie Claire's way of matching up her guests.....you never knew who'd be attending ...I made many friends from those get-togethers. And about that line, so perfectly delivered, brilliantly timed..."Mr. Godsey asked me to marry him --- and I said Yes!!! When Jack said "Print" Ronnie Claire came over to me and said ""Was that okay?" Oh my gosh, I hugged her. There was a part of her that needed to be assured, just like Corabeth Godsey". Looking at all those friends all of us in the family, I felt a tugging at my heart, a little bit of sadness...they are mostly gone, cast and crew....but oh, look at the wonderful creation they left behind.

I loved Ronnie Claire Edwards as Corabeth, she added a lot to the series. Thank you Judy for another great segment. :)

Wow, double bill today of back to back videos Judy. I think everyone wants a marriage like John and Olivia, lasting, secure, loving and happy. This was a great episode and the look on grandpa's face as Corabeth shouts "and I said yeeeeeesssss"😂😂😂. Thank you Judy for the 2 segments today and best wishes to you as always from your waltonian superfan in a mild England😉

Love the line where John-boy says about his room, "The only thing I recognize is my face in the mirror!" Very clever and funny.

That other side of Cora Beth REALLY came put after she married Ike. Thanks Judy, loved this!

I love how Ike and Corabeth are sitting outside on the porch and are unsure what to say to reach other, but eventually they talk for a split second❤

What a classic! We all ❤️ Corabeth. I can tell from your descriptions in all of your videos that you adored Ronnie Claire. I think what made the Godseys special was that we felt comfortable with the members of the Walton family, just like we do our own family. It's those outside, however, that are more intriguing. Therefore, those characters, as certainly she accomplished, are so much fun to watch!

This is one of my favorite episodes. I love Ike and Corabeth. Nighttime scenes are especially cozy.

I love how sweetly you related The Matchmakers and shared significant moments of the story with film clips! I wonder if Ronnie Clair Edwards thought to say, "And I said, 'Yes,'" on her own or did the director coach her! It certainly was a perfect and memorable reading of the line for sure! As you indicated, there was a lot of foreshadowing for the direction Cora Beth's character would evolve! I like that we could see multifacets of Ike's character too. In later episodes with Amy and when Cora Beth was having troubles, Ike showed much depth of character, a real sweetheart, but not milk toast. I think 'MaryEllen' was right on the mark with that blue garter from Grandma of all people! 😅. This was a real treat today! Thank you, Judy! Hope you and Walton's everywhere enjoy a colorful and lovely Autumn🍃🍂🍁🪶🧡

Thank you Judy for these episodes. I am sure John Boy was glad to have his room back once Corabeth and Ike were married. Thank you for acknowledging the special guests on each episode as well.

this was one of my favorites. Corabeth. put on airs most of the time. but what a good actor she was. Looking forward to your next video. God Bless and take care Judy. ♥

I liked their matchmaking. Glad though that her character softened later as I recall. A thousand times thank you for basically preserving this history with your insights. Excellent work, Judy.

This episode was sad (for Cora Beth feeling she had no hope of finding a love match) but sweet how Olivia comforted and supported her.

That proposal and response described by Corabeth. Sticks in my mind from the airdate till today. Just hilarious. Great addition to the cast. I always lived Ike. Corabethh sometimes a challenge.

I love how they developed Cora Beth's character over the course of the series. Ironically in season 1 "The Dust Bowl Cousins" also had a cousin Cora.

Cora Beth was such a wonderful addition to the show. My favorite scene ever is Ronnie and David's flat tire scene in "The Tailspin"

Good afternoon Judy. I always look forward to your videos. Thanks

I love Corabeth ❤ she was sweet and polite so kind and senseable.❤

Probably the hardest role to play in recurring episode of a long- lived show is the person that everyone loves, not to hate, but to be uncomfortable when he or she is around. You don't really see her as a villain, just someone you'd rather avoid. And there are few people that can pull that off, but two of the best were Ronnie and Larry Linville of MASH. So RIP Ronnie and thank you for deliciously playing 'the woman you'd wish you had left behind". And to you too Joe Conley for playing the foil. God bless you both.

In reference to John -Boy getting kicked out of his room for guests. I had the enormous pleasure of meeting Michael Learned at the Waltons 45th reunion. I asked her - how come John-Boy had to sleep in the barn instead of on the couch or even in the boys room . I stumped her lol. What a lovely lady. Enjoy every video Judy !! ❤

The matchmaker was another great episode. It was good to see Ike finally getting married.

I loved the conversation between Cora Beth and Olivia. How Olivia said if we had more room and expressed having a lot of love.

Love The Matchmakers.❤️ My favorite part is when Ike, Corabeth, John and Olivia are in the fancy French restaurant. Things are so awkward between Ike and Corabeth, lol. She won’t respond to him at all, she hardly talks to him, poor Ike, he’s trying so hard. He keeps quoting George Bernard Shaw and poetry, she says who? lol…. John and Olivia are having a great time, dancing, talking and laughing. Beautiful restaurant and ambience. Then Corabeth stares longingly at John and Olivia dancing, and she says forlornly, “why are some people so lucky”?? I also love the other story, where John Boy is such a great big brother to Erin, and tells her she’s pretty, and takes her to get her picture taken. He was trying to help her feel better about herself. What a sweet thing for him to do!!❤️. Today is my birthday!! September 19th!!❤️❤️

Ronnie Claire Edwards actually had an auto biography .. while a quick read and not all about the Walton’s .. she spent enough time discussing her character and how she developed her role through those years.. she made it clear a wonderful experience.. she did say professionally had an issue with one peer and read on yiur own to understand. The best scene in the last two seasons of the show was when Jim bob changed Cora Beth’s tire.. a tear jerker.

One of my favorite episodes! Thanks for covering it. Their acting was so good they make you want to just give them a hug!

Thanks for showing this. I always defer to this episode saying Corabeth was a meek, sniveling person when she first arrived on the scene. However, you are right, when she first sauntered in and even boxed up John Boys things, that was aking to who she really is deep down. I guess I remembered the part most when she was crying and Olivia talks to her in the room. That was the perfect interpretation that Corabeth liked to put on airs, but you are right again, one would think she would have known Shaw. Thank you so much for explaining this episode splendidly.

Ronnie Claire Edwards seemed to be one of those people and actors who just has so much life and was a big presence. It is funny how when she first comes in how reserved she's being. Phenomenal addition to the cast, which is saying something considering the fabulous talent the show already had.

The personalities of Ike and Corabeth were vastly different, they didn't seem to share the closeness that we saw with John and Olivia. I found it kind of humorous when John was reminding Ike of all the advantages of bachelorhood prior to Ike's wedding. But times were different then, and every couple finds their own way.

That episode 👌 was awesome.

I thought it was interesting in this episode, how Corabeth is referred to multiple times as "Cory" and then never again after this episode. I always wondered why that was. Great episode, either way. Thank you for covering it Judy 😊

Don’t forget… Ronnie Claire’s autobiography uses that infamous line as well… The title: “Mr. Godsey asked me to marry him and I said: "yes!": (exit sobbing)”

Hi Judy, It seemed to me that at first Corabeth and Ike wouldn't be a good match but in the end it all turned out. Thanks for sharing this episode.

Hi Judy, I must say this is one of my favorite episodes. I loved John Boy and Erin together, and Erin forgot about what she's going through to help another, almost like the two of them when Erin works to buy John Boy his first typewriter. The most priceless scene is when Corabeth announced she said yes to Ike. The look on Grandpa's face I love. Thank you so MUCH, Judy!! 🥰

One of my favorite episodes! Thank you!

I noticed that in a later episode, Corabeth had on her white dress with the fruit print...cherries, I think, and told Ike that it was the dress she had on when he proposed, but, that was not the dress she had on for the episode you are now talking about. Where Ike proposed and she said yes.

You actually have talked about this episode before. I remember you mentioning when grandma gave Cora Beth her blue garter. You asked what’s that and rolled your eyes. It’s good to have a recap of this episode. This is one of my favorite episodes.

Hello Judy, Thank you for this classic,humorous episode! I like the analysis you gave of CoraBeth's character; how there were two sides to her character,and how she evolved over time. I would say the same applied to Mary Ellen. However,she became sweeter and softer as she got older,and maybe in her case,having to care for a husband and child, also figured into it?

Thank you very much for your excellent background information. I feel blessed being able to watch the Waltons anytime I choose to, on 24/7 Classics or just once a day on MeTV ❤.

Hey Judy I'm sure glad you were able to go back and review this exceptional episode. I loved the addition of Ronnie Claire Edwards as Cora Beth. I loved how Grandma reacted to her arriving at the house and doing absolutely nothing to help out , etc. You did your usual thorough and interesting job. Thanks again for letting us know who the guest actors were. Did you ever think of doing a separate show highlighting the lives and careers of some of the guest stars ? Segments on Lynn Hamilton, Mere Earle, John Crawford, Lynn Carlin etc. Like a Spotlight on a certain guest actor and kind of review their lives and careers . Sort of like when Biography used to be on. Well its just an idea but I for one would enjoy that. I will be watching whatever you do and I must say that you were particularly energetic and dynamic on your show today . Thanks Judy .

I loved this episode kiddo. I've often wondered if Ronnie Claire was more like the quieter Cora Beth during the earlier years, or more like the Cora Beth that evolved later? Great segment! Loved it! ❤️

Thank you! I didn't realize either that you hadn't covered this episode yet. It's one of my favorites!

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Loved this segment and it makes me want to go back and watch this episode again! I always thought it was funny that Grandma had the scoop on all the family members ans and always tried to warn everyone 😂😂❤❤ Poor Ike in the restaurant, couldn't have been more awkward, but it was such an entertaining scene!

Ike and Cora Beth added so much to the show! I enjoyed his singing too. She and Jim Bob were great together. The show where he called her names and then changed her tire and she had a serious moment talking with him. I loved when Jim Bob had a story line! Thanks for sharing!

I loved this one. Have you talked about the later episode when Corabeth has her run with alcoholism? I thought that Ronnie Claire Edwards did some excellent work in that piece! She was an amazing actress.

John, Sr.: We are havin' a guest. Esther: Has Corey invited someone? John, Sr.: No, someone has invited himself. 'Cause he's interested in getting to know Corey better. Olivia: Well, I can't imagine who that would be. John, Sr.: Ike. John-Boy: Ike? Godsey? Zebulon: Well, I'll have to give that man a good talking to. John, Sr.: He's a grown man, Pa. Olivia: Well, maybe he's interested in settling down. Esther: WITH CORABET--!--Corabeth? John, Sr.: Why not? Esther: Oh, good lord.

Two in one day. Thank you

I remember when we went to look at the first flat screen TVs. The salesman told us that the old TV shows like The Waltons would appear stretched out some because the old shows were made for the old square screen TVs. So, we ended up with a large bulky square TV for some time. - This episode always make me think the much later episode where Corabeth comes out with the lovely sleeveless white dress with the cherry print on it. And she tells Ike, "Don't you remember this dress? It was the one I had on when we met, or when we first went out together." - No way, LOL.

Great episode! Both the Walton’s episode and Judith’s today. Thank you as always😊

Thank you Judy for another fun peek behind-the-scenes. I recently watched this episode. Ike says he has been on his own since 15 I believe which was interesting and left me wanting to know more. The character of Cora Beth reminds me of Blanche Dubois from Streetcar Named Desire a bit though CB is much more conservative in behaviour. Both put on airs, and wound up caring for elderly relatives and perhaps fearing the opportunity for love has passed them by. Also, marrying later in life for CoraBeth & Ike being somewhat akin to Blanche & Mitch in Streetcar. A funny episode and a good watch. Thanks again!

This episode is number 2 out of the top 10 of my favorite for season three. I like the sub plot as well. So many great lines in this episode. We learn something very personal about Ike in this episode as well( he sleeps in the nude)!

Great episode!

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Two videos in one day, thank you!

Can’t remember from the ones I watched but have u ever done a post about the relationship between Olivia &John/ Michael& Ralph? The chemistry between the characters as well as actors was amazing. There scenes together with just them showed so much feeling and emotions. Sometimes I rewind them to watch again. From an expression to just the placement of a hand on the face during a kiss just perfect. It was like they weren’t ever acting if you know what I mean. That is natural for them. Some performers you feel they are acting but not them.

Awesome as always

Thanks Judy❤

Gold Star episode

Ikr asker to marry him and I said yes! Hilarious 😂

That was a good episode.

That's a great one! Thanks!!!

Each time I see this one I want to tell Ike "DON'T DO IT!!!" LOL

Very nice video

I love Ronnie, she was in quite a few movies and series and wrote a few books....

Hi Judy I loved hearing about this episode

This is an excellent episode Judy . You were full of so much information on this episode. You seemed as if was one of your favorite episodes. I bet Ronnie Clair was a hoot with Will behind the scenes. I’m sure both were a hoot

Judy i love the picture on the wall ,you have good taste ,i love this episode ,well done

I liked the part zeb says ill have to give ike a good talking to.

I loved the episode about Corbeth and Ike.She always had a sophisticated attitude.Meaning seemed to have a dominanry attitude.

*Kia ora (hello) Judy you certainly nailed Corabeth down to a tee in this video. 🙂 Her & Ike were well matched as the show continued on... 🙂 I assume that both actor & actress got on so well in real life behind the scenes... as the chemistry worked for them both in the show 🙂nz*

Ike and Corabeth are an example of opposites attracting. I am like ike in that I am lonely and I cried when I heard his speech. I know how he felt.

I noticed in this episode the position of the rocking bench. Sometimes, it is against the wall of the house. Other times it is perpendicular to that wall (i.e. parallel to the porch railing)

Loved this episode!

One of my favorite episodes! Loved Cora Beth! Also like the one where she had feelings for the new preacher. But he liked Arron. It felt like you could really feel her emotions when she looked at him. Don't remember what season that was.

Thank you for this. A lovely episode. Thank you for explaining why Cora Beth always called him Mr Godsey. I hadn’t realised that. Even tho they were totally opposites the marriage did seem to work, especially when they adopted Amy. By the way, I never used to realise that her name was Cora Beth, I thought it was Cor Beth. I find it interesting that at weddings in the US you mainly throw rice, whereas in the UK we throw confetti, which is made of paper.

You Look Lovely Judy.

I knew I wasn’t crazy, the door in the living room, the door knob is on the right hand side of the door in this episode, most other episodes I’ve ever seen the door knob is on the left-hand side.

11:09 Dear Judy, I think that, if The Waltons had done pre-credits teasers in season 3, this would have been a great one. Corabeth sobbing, "Ike asked me to marry him! And I said YESSSSSSSSSS!"

Hi Judy, Thank you for this review of one of my favourite,funny episodes. Well done! I still watch it today,50+ years later, and still find it hysterical! What I love in the beginning scene,is John Boy's offering a peppermint to MaryEllen, to 'sweeten her disposition'. This following Mary Ellen's reaction to mama adjusting her dress,that 'it's no use mama, it's just going to look made over'. This moment highlighted Mary Ellen's more 'spicy' character,also great writing But, she did thank John Boy for the candy. She had a sweet side as well. This is why she was,to me, such an interesting character.And she evolved over the years,too. Do you have any thoughts,or recollections?

It was interesting to look back at this episode and see how much Cora Beth's style and character changed over the seasons becoming increasingly more "frou-frou". (particularly her hair). I'm on season 8 of my boxed set so to look back at her reserved plainess here really emphasizes her growth into the grand lady of her "delusions". Kudos to the writers. Ms.Edwards must have had a ball playing her. It certainly seems it! Thanks Judy!✌️💖

Great introduction of Cora Beth. I always wondered why, when every time JohnBoy got kicked out of his room he has to sleep in the barn? Can’t he sleep in his brothers’ room on the floor or on the couch?

Good recap of The Matchmaker. I was just curious about the wedding. Do you know if there was more to the wedding and it was just cut or was the wedding written and filmed as shown? It just seems odd that John Ritter was there but not used. The whole cast was there as well. Keep up the good work.

I believe Jack Shea mostly went to directing episodes of "The Jeffersons" after he directed his last Waltons episode