The Waltons - Ask Judy 71 - behind the scenes with Judy Norton

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6 ай бұрын

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The Waltons - Earl Hamner's 100th birthday was celebrated with a tribute in Nelson County, VA. Kami represented the Walton cast with a video from "the kids" as we shared our memories of Earl.
Questions about the connection between Spencer's Mountain starring Henry Fonda and Maureen O'Hara and The Homecoming with Patricia Neal and The Waltons series. How much of these stories and episodes were based on real facts?
How did a shooting day break down to allow for rehearsal, filming and school for the children within our 6 ½ day per episode schedule?
I also answer how this Behind the Scenes KZfaq Channel was inspired.
#thewaltons #judynorton #EarlHamnerJr #SpencersMountain
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@mjperkolator8854 6 ай бұрын

You kids and adults were so convincing to we viewers. That’s why we are still hooked on The Waltons after 50 years.

@donnabaardsen5372 6 ай бұрын

In theatre speak, that's called "suspension of reality." Meaning, the actors are so realistic, viewers believe what they're seeing is real, even though, of course, they know it's not.

@melissaphillips3912 6 ай бұрын

I agree. I watch on a continuous basis. Every day, all day, from the beginning. I am a weirdo and never watch it out of sequence. My all time absolute favorite tv show. I'm enjoying these videos and wondered if you would consider a walk down memory lane kind of thing where you discuss each episode, one by one, sometimes a special guest star. I'd love to see this kind of podcast with both you and Richard. No matter what information you bring for us, it's always a joy to watch you.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@ChristopherHauser-58 6 ай бұрын

I'm sure the Walton's get new viewers as well

@kristinfinke5844 5 ай бұрын

Amen!❤

@herbertschwartz2867 6 ай бұрын

As much as I had a crush on Mary Ellen and really loved the Jason character (esp leading up to WWII) I think Earl's narration at the beginning of each episode was my favorite part of the show. There was always something comforting about his voice. Even more so now, with all the strife in the world now, it's good to know you can flip on Hallmark for a Waltons episode, hear Earl's voice and just know, there's something better.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

How lovely. Thank you.

@leamerritt7870 6 ай бұрын

One of the positive things from Covid is that you made this channel that we are all enjoying. Thankyou Judy.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you 🥰

@julieann5196 6 ай бұрын

What a nice statue of Earl in his memory. Thanks for sharing Judy.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Looks like it was a lovely tribute.

@chrissimpson1183 6 ай бұрын

Happy birthday Erol we will always remember you!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

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@pushpak 6 ай бұрын

'Spencer's Mountain" is one of my fave movies. Thanks for the background.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed this.

@PhillipCampbell-js3ho 6 ай бұрын

Earl was a writing genius

@LisaLisa-2023 6 ай бұрын

Earl Hamner was a beautiful soul. "He loved people, ALL people" taken from his own words during an Interview.

@westvalley411 6 ай бұрын

The theme song is as iconic as Earl and the cast! What a joy it is to watch episodes again with your additional background stories, every child actor seems so mature and you look like you are having fun. Thank you for your channel!!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@kenmason725 6 ай бұрын

@@judynorton2598Happy New Year and always love hearing the theme song written by Jerry Goldsmith I believe living most of my life in Virginia you guys had to study the Old Virginia songs and many Customs 🛃 I’ve heard my Grandmother speak on Baptist Hymns and all I read Will Geer and Ellen Corby knew all these songs … wow . Thank You for all your knowledge you bring each week to us from Spencer’s Mtn to the Pilot for the Walton’s Christmas Story …. Which led us all to the show I love esp with the current events in todays Life Simplicity of The Walton’s

@user-sx7jm3lk3q 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, Judy for taking time to spend time with fans of The Walton's. Many actors who are associated with a character have a love/hate relationship with the show. I certainly understand how and why that happens. We are happy you have embraced your time with The Walton's while pursuing other acting and musical opportunities. But like a theme in the show, Walton's Mountain keeps pulling you home. I enjoy both segments equally and look forward to Monday and Thursdays wondering what Judy has to share.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

I really appreciate your kind comments.

@user-im9jc8fi6h 6 ай бұрын

Judy, I loved the statue of Earl Hamner Jr. just amazing! Thanks for the background on the movies, and his background.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@larrydemaar409 6 ай бұрын

You made it very clear how the Waltons “taped” an episode and kept it in focus. Nice to see Kami at the unveiling of Earl’s statue.

@sherreysavage9528 6 ай бұрын

With Jimmy Fortune of the Statlers!!! ❤❤❤❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

@terrybialowas2641 6 ай бұрын

@sherreysavage9528 there is also a statue of Jimmy there as well as he is a Nelson County boy. There are pics on Kami's page where you can see them across from one another like Jimmy is serenading Earl.

@loreleigoldman2460 5 ай бұрын

As a child, I knew that Earl Hamner Jr. was not only the author, but the narrator of “The Waltons.” “Goodnight, John Boy.” ♥️

@elizabethharrison7306 6 ай бұрын

Happy Birthday Erol 🎂 🥳 🎉 The Waltons Love my favorite one fan Big Hi Judy Happy New year 2024 🎉

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

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@darkvader7231 6 ай бұрын

I think you have worked wonders with your channel Judy and it is way better than anything I could have expected or wanted so thank you for creating it and bringing the Waltons fans and community together around the world. That was a very fitting tribute to the late Earl Hamner Jnr who is a legend and created the best tv show ever. Thank you Judy and best wishes as always from your waltonian superfan in a cold, dull, grey, wet and miserable England😉

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for continuing to watch. Glad you enjoy my channel.

@norobbery 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this! The Homecoming was, and still is, a must watch for the days leading up to Christmas. The acting was soooo good, and it wouldn't be Christmas without that movie. I loved the "walnut cracking" scene when you walked around in circles with your teenage angst.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you :) Fun memories.

@citizenken7069 6 ай бұрын

I've read both "The Homecoming" and "Spencer's Mountain". Both are about a family named Spencer who lived in Virginia in the 1930's. The books are similar for the most part, but they differ in various details. In both books. Clay Spencer was the father, and he worked at a soapstone quarry in the fictional community of New Dominion, which was based on Earl Hamner's hometown of Schuyler, Virginia. In "The Homecoming", there were eight children, as there were in Hamner's real-life family. In "Spencer's Mountain", there were nine children. The youngest was a baby boy named Donnie. Later in the book, Olivia gave birth to twins named Franklin and Eleanor, and that brought the total to eleven. Both books featured two spinster sisters who made a concoction called "the recipe", but they were much less sophisticated than the Baldwin ladies. They usually wore overalls when they made their brew. One big difference between the books and the TV series was that the series (as far as I can remember) never featured Olivia's parents. In the books, they lived in the same community as the family, and their last name was Italiano. Since Olivia's father was of Italian ancestry, that would have made for some interesting story lines, especially during the war years!

@peaceshepherding529 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for this info, citizenken. The twins’ names certainly points to how grateful the majority of citizens were for FDR’s inventive programs, saving countless lives through The Depression and beyond. The fictional choice may say something, too, about Earl Hamner’s feelings of tribute. It’s a lovely tribute from you for Mr. Hamner that you shared some about his books here and in honor of his 100th year.

@citizenken7069 6 ай бұрын

@@peaceshepherding529 According to the book, Clay Spencer would not accept the WPA food that the government was handing out. That was true of many rural people during the Depression, including my own grandfather.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing the overview of both books for all of us.

@peaceshepherding529 6 ай бұрын

@@citizenken7069 Yes. Yet the programs, you may know, extended far beyond food, including widespread work (from repairing and building infrastructure to artists being employed to document life and beautify federal structures), to training and more. As was shown in The Waltons series, with a majority of the U.S. population then living in rural areas most people grew much or all of their own food, and many urban dwellers frequently had backyard or communal city plots, so many people fortunately had some access to food. (In The Waltons’ example, that family had enough food they grew in many cases they could have others stay with &/or eat with them.) But the lack of jobs, shelter (supports & securities for shelter), education, health care…. these would continue to collapse & destroy lives without federal protections and innovations. (You can tell, in my view this country has heavily been sold the idea that business is the “be all, end all” of what makes this country. But I think business’ limits are clear and there have to be unifying efforts to address many areas of life for life to be sustained and to improve - areas that business doesn’t address. Plus, business, like people’s circumstances, ebbs and flows too, and sometimes fails due to unforeseen hardships. Like your Grandfather, I believe most people still try to do everything possible to build and rebuild all they can through their own capacities. To me this is why supports beyond commerce work, because the prevailing spirit of people is to be ethical, not only endure but grow and to be part of a community - community giving and receiving. I’m thankful for your giving and receiving in this community too. If only Earl Hamner, Jr., knew how what inspired him and the ripples he created kept extending to hearten others.

@citizenken7069 6 ай бұрын

@@peaceshepherding529 Today we've gone to the opposite extreme, and people look to the government to solve all their problems. People in the Great Depression wanted work, not a handout. Most people I knew who lived through who lived through the Depression tried to avoid going into debt. People today want the government to pay their debts. I think that's a much more dangerous mentality. Government money always comes with strings attached. Besides, what happens when the government runs out of money?

@stacystoltz8722 6 ай бұрын

I❤old time Movie And the Walton ❤🎉😊

@deniseaukerman 6 ай бұрын

Hi Judy. I started watching your channel when you first began. I appreciated your uplifting show during the dark days of 2020. I just want to thank you again, and I still enjoy tuning in.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thank you for watching and sticking with me :)

@tracyb1957 6 ай бұрын

You're doing a good job Judy,thank you ❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So happy to hear that. Thank you.

@elizabethhjenkins6172 6 ай бұрын

As someone else has written thank you for doing these and for all the fascinating information you put forth. I will never watch anything on tv the same way I did as a young person. So much from so many people needs to come together for even one scene to happen that it boggles my mind in a happy way. Thank you, Judy.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@davidcawrowl3865 6 ай бұрын

My sense is that Earl thoroughly loved writing, and would use as much poetic license in creating a good yarn as in using factual material from his family life. I think about the few Twilight Zone episodes he did which were clearly fictional. Of course he didn't let on, but growing up in a large family provided a lot of material on which to draw.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

He was an amazingly talented writer.

@stacystoltz8722 Ай бұрын

Thank You Making Walton Great 👍 Showforits Timeon 📺 📺📺📺👍💯

@beckyhalvorsen2126 6 ай бұрын

I appreciate the time you take to create your content. It is fun to learn more about the show as well as the behind the scenes information!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Happy to hear that. Thank you.

@cadeevans4623 6 ай бұрын

I've been watching watching waltons the deed the marathon and now the beguiled great episodes judy the show doesn't get old

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Amazing how timeless the episodes are.

@joeseeking3572 6 ай бұрын

TBH I would almost charactize this channel as something of a give back; you had a fortunate experience as a child actor and it gave you a foundation. To a great extent, this is a thank you to the fans. And thank YOU for that :)

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

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@ronwilliams9620 6 ай бұрын

Judy, I'm sure that you hear this all of the time. The Waltons was much more than just a television show to me! You were family! There was so much to love and admire about the characters. The only other time that I have been so affected and drawn in was for Downton Abbey!!!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. I’m so glad the show has felt that way to you.

@canislupis3129 6 ай бұрын

The expanded information about The Walton’s sharpens our understanding and appreciation for this authentic slice of Americana. It is as good a place of facts about American history as the Library of Congress. And that is due in large part because of Judy’s efforts. 😇

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Oh wow. Thank you so much.

@canislupis3129 6 ай бұрын

@@judynorton2598 you are welcome, I decided to spare you any flirtatious remarks this week since you do so much to connect people to a greater understanding of the Waltons.

@lynnelovett8999 6 ай бұрын

I like "The Waltons" much better than "Spencer's Mountain". Thank you Ms Judy and all who made "The Waltons" to enjoy when originally aired until today in reruns❤...both who have passed away and to all still with us. Thank you for all you do Ms Judy. May you and yours have a healthy Happy New Year 🎉. God's speed.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Glad you have enjoyed both shows. Thanks for continuing to watch.

@DawnBenchley-gt6hu 6 ай бұрын

Earl is one of my favorite writers

@LisaLisa-2023 6 ай бұрын

🤩yes! for sure. 😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Mine too :)

@Angela-ho4qx 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for all this interesting information Judy. Fascinating to hear about Earl. He was such a talented man, such a great legacy he left behind. I really like his soothing voice. The Walton’s brings so much happiness to millions of people. It will endure for all time. Happy New Year Judy!!🎉 May 2024 be a great year!!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So glad you have enjoyed and appreciated Earl’s beautiful work over the years.

@brendaholman3835 5 ай бұрын

His voice is very soothing, and distinct. Just to hear him talking, in the beginning of each episode and the end of each episode, was truly, a joy .

@Kris-annKingyens 6 ай бұрын

I like that you take time to talk to fans on here, It made my day to have you like and answer my question. I can tell you put a lot of time an work into the episodes.😀

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. I’m so glad you’re enjoying these.

@Kris-annKingyens 6 ай бұрын

You are welcome,@@judynorton2598

@hollyavillella554 6 ай бұрын

Great questions today and fascinating answers! Boy! You all had to be "quick on your feet" to film with very little if any rehearsal! Impressive indeed! What a wonderful tribute and memorial statue of Mr Hamner! He certainly put Schuyler, VA on the map! I think it was a real lucky stroke to had to have changed the characters' names! I read Spencer's Mountain after becoming a Walton's fan, so perhaps I was biased about the names. Clay Boy ~ while certainly apropos for the era and setting, just didnt have the same warmth and universality of JohnBoy. With the exception of possibly Patty Cake, for me ~ that holds true for all the names ~ Zebulon and Esther in particular! But, Kami is such a darling already, pointing out her cuteness with a sweetie name is unnecessary and even undercuts a bit. Whereas this tiny child with the most dignified and classic name ~™ Elizabeth works just right somehow! Especially, it gives the brothers and sisters the chance to then address her with pet names ~ honey, sweetie, etc. You've added so much to the lives of us Walton's fans with your videos, Judy. I already was an extremely devoted fan ~ as most people here! But, having the chance to ask you and the cast questions and converse with you continues to be a real treat! I would love the chance to visit Schuyler one more time and drive along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Time does not dim the charm of The Walton's nor Earl's beloved mountains! Bless you, Judy, and Walton's everywhere! Thank you for everything! ❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you as always for your lovely remarks.

@NamiRose715 6 ай бұрын

I love the statue of Earl Hamner Jr. Thanks Judy for sharing. I really enjoy watching your channel. ❤❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@c.m.krauss372 6 ай бұрын

I have been enjoying the run of these episodes because I always loved the Waltons show so much. I hope it keeps going. There’s still lots to uncover.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you are enjoying it.

@melissaphillips3088 6 ай бұрын

You do a fantastic job Judy and I am so glad you do this. It is such a wonderful thing to get to see the cast now. We love you all and thank you so much for being a part of our lives still. Happy New Year Judy🎉💕

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. So glad you are enjoying my channel.

@melissaphillips3088 6 ай бұрын

@@judynorton2598 Hope you and your family Judy have a great 2024!!🎉🥂

@stephaniestivender3916 6 ай бұрын

So thankful you started the channel and I enjoy all the episodes.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@lee-lee2418 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, Judy, for sharing like you have done with your channel. This takes time, effort and planning, and it is obvious you enjoy it. Your love for what you have done shines through! You have included such great variations of things ~ there is something for everyone to 'take away'. 😊 May you have a blessed New Year...

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@lydiajusticekimball4829 6 ай бұрын

Hi Judy, this show has always been phenomenal-A+! I enjoyed this segment too. The statue of Earl is great. Love from your longtime fan way up here in Alaska! Happy 2024!😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So happy to hear that. Thanks for watching.

@kirkt.1596 6 ай бұрын

Earl had such a great voice. It was a such a neat idea to have narration at the beginning and end.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

I agree - it really added a wonderful element to the show. Especially with Earl doing the narration.

@pskeck04 6 ай бұрын

Judy, in the 'Homecoming A Christmas Story', what was it like working with Patricia Neal? I love watching 'Homecoming' every year!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Patricia was great. She was kind and focused during filming and really nice to us off screen as well.

@phyllismontoroula6454 6 ай бұрын

I really enjoy the Walton's a lot

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

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@PhillipCampbell-js3ho 6 ай бұрын

100 is the biggest number to celebrate any memorable milestone

@christianclements61 6 ай бұрын

Love your Ask Judy videos!!!! Just a bit of house keeping as you are reading a question for a fan about Spencers Mountain. The person writes the Movie was made in the 40's but actually it was 1963.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the clarification for everyone. Glad you are enjoying these.

@sharidavenport5283 4 ай бұрын

The movie "Spencers Mountain" was made in 1963, based on the 1961 book, written by Earl Hamner, Jr. You said it was made in the 40's, Judy, during your review of the movie during the first part of this episode. I first watched it on TV years ago, because in 1963 I was only 6 years old and it was probably a little too mature in theme for me to understand. But by the time it made it to the small screen that was no longer the case! I enjoyed it very much, and have continued enjoying it anytime it's on. I also made the connection from the movie to The Waltons not long after the TV show came on. I also enjoy your show very much, even during the strike, when we got to share aspects of your life and some of the other folks from the show, like Michael! Love all of it! Thanks for everything you do for us! And I still remember that you remembered a request that another viewer and I requested that you show us the wedding band you wore on the show from when Mary Ellen married Curt! I still appreciate you doing that! Thanks! Shari D.

@duaneputnam6928 5 ай бұрын

I just adored Earl Hamner so much!!! And his voice was so beautiful that it was something I always look forward to hearing!!!

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

It was so special that he was the one to do the narration over the seasons.

@royalwolf5684 6 ай бұрын

Thanks again judy love the videos you do

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@stacystoltz8722 6 ай бұрын

I love ❤️ ❤😊 Walton Movie Cool 😎 🎉❤😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

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@jmsask 6 ай бұрын

Fun information on behind the scenes. Thank you for showing us one more movie to add to the must watch list. I must compliment you on your choice in colours for this video 🍻

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@claraguzman6842 6 ай бұрын

Your channel is always interesting to me. No matter what you do, I always enjoy it.

@LisaLisa-2023 6 ай бұрын

👍Its unamimous 😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@gusakel1143 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, Judy, for sharing. Happy New Year to my Walton family. 😊❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Same to you.

@lynnhughes 6 ай бұрын

Spencers Mountain. I remember watching the move back in the "60"s. A good movie. I sure am glad that you do these. I love learning it all. Happy New Year to you and all your familys.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@rwnordmark 6 ай бұрын

Judy, seeing the statue of Earl Hamner makes me think of an older member of the community who has always been there and that anyone (children and adults) could come to him, sit down with him, and have a heart to heart conversation with him. And the person talking with Earl would feel loved and cared for by Earl. This also makes me think of Zeb Walton. Oh how I miss him, and Grandma, and Daddy, and Momma. I guess it is time to watch all of the Waltons episodes all over again.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful - I love the sense of that.

@jonathanmyers2867 6 ай бұрын

Happy New Year, Judy! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🎉🎉🎉🎉

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Same to you!

@ericsneary5430 6 ай бұрын

First off, thank you so much for all of these behind the scenes. Secondly, to correct the womam commenting on Spencer's Mountain, it was set in the '60's. And lastly, are you surprised at how popular the Waltons has remained after all of these years and how many fan show up to your events.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

I don’t think any of us imagined the longevity and continued relevance of the show these 50 plus years later.

@forthehaulofit 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Judy for answering my question! What a lovely surprise! Happy New Year!

@LisaLisa-2023 6 ай бұрын

I have wanted to know the answer to the question you asked Judy about what she mightve asked Earl Hamner because each time we watch an episode they are all SO exceptional. Were the characters and their storylines fictionalized or genuine? Very good question. Thank you for asking it.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you had a chance to watch this segment when I answered it! Thanks for asking.

@floydiandreamscapes5145 6 ай бұрын

Well, I for one am super glad you decided to do a Walton Channell. It's also nice, and rare, that a person we as kids watched on TV interact with us. You hold a special place in our hearts as Mary Ellen, Judy so, thank you! And Happy New Year.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind comments.

@charlescisney8153 6 ай бұрын

I would like to wish you and all of the cast that you talked to a happy and healthy 2024. You all deserve to get some sort of award for your efforts. Keep up the good work and I will continue to watch your BTS and ask Judy segments.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much.

@mjj1434 6 ай бұрын

Have a very Happy New Year . Thank you for your wonderful channel as well .

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Happy New Year.

@josephandterrichapman3442 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for what you offer on KZfaq for all your loyal fans! I grew up watchng the Waltons and I am about Erin's (Mary's) age today. My children were also raised on the Walton's due to my love of the series. My question to you is: I have seen lots of episodes of other tv shows where they show some of the bloopers. Is it possible to see some of those here or have someone as a guest that has access to them? It just allows some of your fans to see the cast as real people. I think it could make for a fun segment on your show! Thank you for all you do!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

We didn’t have those sorts of bloopers when we were filming. We had mistakes in scenes and intentional pranks. But it was all on film and we only saw an edit of these for fun at our show’s Christmas party. No one ever had copies of it.

@janetnavaroli9241 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Judy for your Webb site I love watching it, I used to watch the Walton’s in the 70s and now I watch it every day, sometimes I wish I lived there because every one took care of each other the way I should be. Thank you so much 🤩

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for continuing to watch.

@kamily8288 5 ай бұрын

I applaud you and the whole cast for not being involved in any scandals or child star troubles.

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

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@sarahmoviereviewer4109 6 ай бұрын

Seen that movie & like the version of the Walton,s y'all were on

@kenmason725 6 ай бұрын

You and I both

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@kenmason725 6 ай бұрын

@@judynorton2598 thank you for your time and information you bring

@lockjaw255 6 ай бұрын

I remember seeing Spencer’s Mountain at the movie theater and thinking Patty Cake was a funny name, but then most of us have ancestors with cutesy nicknames. People think they are cute when a child is 3-4, not so as they get older.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So true :)

@Hawken707 6 ай бұрын

I have been watching the whole series lately on Prime. Growing up watching the show every week, its so great to have the technology to relive memories. Families dont pop popcorn, and gather to watch shows like we once did. These back stories, are a wonderful addition. Thank You!!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So glad you are still enjoying the show. Amazing how the stories resonate these 50 years later. Still such relevant topics.

@Hawken707 6 ай бұрын

@judynorton2598 what's amazing is 50 years later, Mary Ellen Walton is replying to my comment on a computer, who would have ever imagined.. 😆. Made my day!!

@Allnightexplor 6 ай бұрын

Love the channel! The variety is great. Keep up the good work in 2024!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you are enjoying these.

@patriciaherman6499 6 ай бұрын

So many wholesome family shows in the late 70's & 80's we as a family enjoyed watching. Unfortunately, today's shows are not up to those standards. Thank you it's been interesting for your insight on behind the scenes of The Walton's . May you be Blessed in the New Year with Health, Happiness and Wealth.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. Happy New Year.

@pegedey1291 5 ай бұрын

Judy so very lovely to listen to. Thank you❤

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@rogertemple7193 6 ай бұрын

WTBS showed Spencer's Mountain many times and I really liked it and i saw how different it was from the Walton's but still similar as well but i really enjoyed it Thanks for showing this and I wish you a very Happy New Year 2024 next week Thank You Judy. 🇺🇲📺🇺🇲🇺🇲📺🇺🇲

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you. You too.

@furstjakobderschwabe 6 ай бұрын

Dear Ms Norton, Thank you for talking about "Spencer's Mountain." Fun Fact: Donald Crisp, who played Grandpa in "Spencer's Mountain," also played the father, Gwilym Morgan, in "How Green Was My Valley," along with young Roddy MacDowell and again, Maureen O'Hara, who played Angharad. Some may disagree with me: I feel strongly that the late, great Patricia Neal really embodied a Depression Era mother in "The Homecoming:" my own mother grew up in those years and at times was extremely strict - it's how they got through! Ms Learned could be strict at times as Olivia in the series; however, the emphasis was on the more supportive, loving family dynamic. I think of it as two sides to the story, and both are wonderful. I especially appreciate how "The Waltons" tackled many issues prevalent in society at that time, and which are still timely in 2023! I hope you are still singing and enjoying music: you have a rare gift, and are talented in so many areas. Wishing you a joyous, healthy and safe new year, Jim K. Pittsburgh, PA

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and perspective on the changes in the two versions. Wishing you a Happy New Year.

@PhillipCampbell-js3ho 6 ай бұрын

Wow Spencers Mountain was just exactly like the Waltons Mountain both family had lots and lots of family members

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

They sure did.

@karenrich9092 6 ай бұрын

Again Judy, THANK YOU for all these segments about our much-loved characters. You have also taught us a lot about the technical parts of the show and filming in general. This really makes me appreciate all that is done by those in front of and behind the camera for our entertainment. And then there's all that it takes to do a KZfaq video on whatever you discuss. . . Let's just say I'm overwhelmed by what it takes for any type of video entertainment.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the show and these segments.

@michaelcrummy8397 6 ай бұрын

Sorry I’m off topic, but I’m in the middle of watching The Waltons episode when Ben came home from the service at the end of WWII. Also, last night I listened to the CD Christmas On Waltons Mountain. I enjoyed it. Happy holidays Judy, and a happy , healthy, and blessed 2024 to you and your loved ones.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Happy New Year.

@darrinpeterson6318 6 ай бұрын

It must have been quite the task of filming without audio focus I thought movie cameras had such features in the1970s well now ya know Thanks Judy Happy new year

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Many aspects were much more complicated at that time.

@darrinpeterson6318 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, Judy. Happy 2024, and I'm looking forward to it more of your stories and maybe a few lines

@wendy95416 6 ай бұрын

Creating this channel was a great idea. It's amazing how even though it's been over 50 years (doesn't feel that way) I can recall many of the episodes. In 1971 I was 12.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

It’s amazing how relevant the show still is today.

@tracylamarca575 5 ай бұрын

How wonderful that Earl has been honored in that way! Just think of ALL the people around the world whose lives he has impacted! Yes, I wonder also about what stories were true, true but embellished or totally Earl's imagination...no matter what...the stories and characters live on and I always think of them as "real!" Judy, you definitely put your suddenly "free" time to good use...and we all have benefitted, for sure. I am so glad that you are still continuing on with this channel even when I'm sure your time is not as free anymore.❤ I love ALL the different episodes you share with us...a little bit of everything! The variety is so interesting...and you keep coming up with new ideas! Thank you so much!

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure. So glad you have enjoyed it.

@tracylamarca575 5 ай бұрын

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@stacystoltz8722 6 ай бұрын

Happy new year 🎉 Toyouthe Walton ❤🎉😊😊😊😊❤😊 Godlike You Walton ❤🎉😊

@michalann2370 6 ай бұрын

Do you do your videos from your home? Or is the background computer generated? It's very attractive & creates the feeling I'm sitting with you in your home having a conversation with you. Thank you so much!

@lorrainecrawford7472 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for a great year on all the information of the Walton's, 🎉 happy new year to you and your family and all the cast of the Walton's x

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much.

@loreleigoldman2460 5 ай бұрын

I’m 57, and I still watch the show. “Goodnight, John Boy.” ♥️

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@PhillipCampbell-js3ho 6 ай бұрын

Lots and lots of rehearsals for the Waltons episodes and lots of scenes you had to do every week throughout the 1970s.

@TheRealGnolti 5 ай бұрын

My wife, who grew up in Russia, has long been in love with the Waltons, and we now share the show with our four year old daughter, who also insists on watching each episode from start to finish. I think it would be a stretch to say that the large and varied set of characters, and rural setting, and range of emotions, somehow resonates with someone who grew up on Russian literature (and films), but the appeal of the show for her is genuine.

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

That is wonderful to hear that the show resonates with her in that way.

@feliciapillow5860 6 ай бұрын

Hi Judy. May I join you all in the Happy belated Birthday celebration for the would be 100th for the late great Earl Hamner Jr. ? Thank you Judy.😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@phyllismontoroula6454 6 ай бұрын

Very nice video I wish I was there see meet Walton's cast

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Perhaps you will make it out to a meet & greet one of these days.

@kathywendt7861 6 ай бұрын

Glad to hear Mr. Hamner has a sculpture in his memory and observance of his talent!! By the way, love the colors of your scarf and top, very becoming. Thank you for making these videos!❤️🙏

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@lisadieter-burns 5 ай бұрын

I didn't realize that I have been watching your KZfaq videos from the start. I began watching them from Kami's video referral in 2020. It was a difficult year for me and it was enjoyable for me to watch your information and recollections! Thank you for being so faithful to your viewers with regular videos. 😊. I see each one!

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Thank you so much for watching since the beginning.

@StephenS0906 6 ай бұрын

Like LisaLisa23, I have been very blessed that you had extra time on your hands to start this channel. I'm guessing you already know that, but thought I would mention it again. :)

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.

@lucillelaurenzi4510 6 ай бұрын

The one good thing about covid is Judy you and Kami started a good thing was to ed us fans what it was like behind scenes of the Walton's episodes.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

🥰

@greeneyedldy50 6 ай бұрын

Hello miss Judy hope you had a wonderful Christmas me and my daughter woke up Saturday the 23rd with high fever 103 my daughter and 102 for me and we r still stuffy and today is Thursday the 28th been drinking a lot of vitamin c I love Spencers mountain

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Oh no! So sorry you both got sick on Dec 23rd. Hope you’re both feeling better now.

@jimwoods2180 6 ай бұрын

thats really a nice tribute to earl (my dads first name!) - a lot of good questions & information - thanks judy & don't get into any trouble celebrating all the new years festivities LOL :)

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thanks. :-)

@rosetm7716 6 ай бұрын

I was thinking about my favorite episodes. Two came to mind. The Pony Cart and The Star. I watched the Quilting again today. You were a sassy girl to grandma! 😂

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! Yes - The Quilting was a definite stand off for Mary Ellen and Grandma.

@megfuchs9425 6 ай бұрын

I love all of your segments however, you know my favorite is the behind the scenes and the guests. I so appreciate all the work and time this all takes! Thank you and I hope you have a blessed New Year!!

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching.

@jeannettegosselin-un1mp 6 ай бұрын

Very interesting, thank you again, love these segments. ❤❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

So glad!

@ronniespradlin1089 6 ай бұрын

I was watching you talk about continuity in episodes and reunion movies and I also thought about the the 40th anniversary of the moon landing and john and olivias wedding that would have meant they wed in 1929 but the show started in the year 1933.I pegged Mary Ellen as being born in about 1919. Currently I am watching the last episodes of Will Geer on the show to see if I can see health declining. I had read his daughter said that he had been very sick before he died. I was also watching an episode recently with Olivia and actress Louise Latham.When Olivia visits, quite a chuckle that in the very viewable background was the "Bewitched" house. I saw recently on TV showing the house being demolished.Sad.Love your channel Judy.Happy New Year.

@stacystoltz8722 6 ай бұрын

The Walton Family 🎉❤ Cool 😎 thanks for The Walton 🎉 Happy new year 🎉

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@bonnieplessinger4058 5 ай бұрын

Every time I hear The Walton's theme music, it brings back my own childhood memories and warms my heart. I at one time commented on John Wamsley's site asking him if he knew of any lyrics to the theme music. And if not, could he draw on his connection to and memories of what the show portrayed and write lyrics himself. There are probably some legal issues involved, but I do believe he is quite capable of taking on such a wonderful tribute to a special piece of Americana. ❤

@judynorton2598 5 ай бұрын

I believe there are lyrics, but I’ve never heard them or seen them.

@bonnieplessinger4058 5 ай бұрын

I found lyrics to the theme song online by Glen Craig.

@myazstar 6 ай бұрын

Judy, you are a lady that knows how to rock a scarf. My mom was a scarf wearer and your classy style just reminds me of her… thank you. 😊 A curiosity that I have about actors, especially actors that were successful with rich characters and storylines. Are you able to watch an old episode and see your actor friends as the character they’re playing and actually get caught up in the story? Or is that part of the “magic” lost, since actors are involved in the production? On another note happy New Year and may it be filled with peace & love. 😊

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

I watch in both ways - I have lovely “behind the scenes” memories, but can still just sit back and be moved by the performances.

@myazstar 6 ай бұрын

That’s good to hear. One of the first thing that was told to creative writers at Full Sail University was that we would have the magic taken away, ruining our enjoyment of the stories due to knowing when the climax is placed and other little tricks of the trade. I myself am able to enjoy a good storyline:however, I’ll get a look as to say don’t ruin it for us, lol.

@myazstar 6 ай бұрын

@nancysaffield5337 6 ай бұрын

What a lovely tribute that you all made to Earl Hamner jr. The Waltons was such a lovely endearing show, and you all gave of yourselves to make that show what it was. And it's still touching lives all of these years later. I know it's something you all are just so very proud of.❤

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Earl was one of a kind and we all loved him.

@philholloway4424 6 ай бұрын

Hello beautiful Judy!! Just wanted to say I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and I hope you have a blessed New Year!! Love and respect always, Phil♥️♥️♥️

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@lost-south-lake-crafters 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, Judy. I enjoy all the content you share and look forward to new segments each week. I usually watch them during my lunch break.

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks!

@sharroncasey9739 6 ай бұрын

Hi Judy, I'm loving the behind the scenes of the Waltons, with you..I love the Waltons alot..i have the theme song, as a ring tone on my cell phone..i recently watched a 2 or 3 part video of you and Michael Learned...please forgive if I'm wrong..but she seemed alittle rude in away, while yall were cooking..her personality didnt match Olivia at all..I love all of you guys, and the cooking videos kinda showed a side of her, that I've never seen..you was very patient with her, and let her know that you really didnt cook while on the Walton's..I loved it when you done the applesauce cake in your home I believe..wish you would share it again..thanks for taking the questions, and answering them

@judynorton2598 6 ай бұрын

I love that you have our theme as your ring tone :). None of us are completely like the characters we played. We pull from who we are, what we know and what we believe is the truth of the character. Like all of us, Michael is a mix of what you saw as Olivia and who else she is in real life. I guess I know her well from all our years and that more of that was not with the camera rolling.