Don't laugh. I'm 65 y/o, and when I feel stressed, I lay down and watch a couple episodes of The Waltons. That's how I DE-stress. The love you all have for each other came through beautifully on the show. I notice the kisses, hugs, and just touches that you all gave each other. The love was real and it shows. I'm sure you've heard it a million times, but The Waltons was, and still is, a wonderful show. THANK YOU!

In "real life", Michael has the nurturing elements we also saw in the show. But she also has a great sense of humor that we couldn't see when watching the Walton's. What an all-around wonderful person to be around. Thank you so much for this special video.

Judy, the chemistry between you two is amazing. There was a moment when I almost saw the Waltons emerge and you became Mary Ellen and Michael became Olivia. It was really touching. Love this so much. Michael is so much fun to watch.

Hi Judy..I noticed through watching the Waltons that today's actor's don't have that dynamic family bond even years later..it's like once in a lifetime experience! Thank you ❤

Love seeing Michael learned ! She's a brilliant woman

The Waltons, my forever favorite tv family!!! Thank you, Judy, for these sweet, treasured videos!

I watched the Walton's when it first aired and still watch the re-runs today. A wonderful series with great family values. I wish there were more shows produced similar to it in today's time.

This is simply wonderful. I started re-watching The Waltons in retrospect as my parents were both in Hospice recently (both died in the past month, sadly), and the only time they enjoyed life in the past two months was watching The Waltons. Judy, you're a wonderful interviewer and story teller. I had no idea. I can recall my admiration for you back then due to your athleticism and fun acting style. Thank you for sharing this, and thank you Michael.

I just love, Michael!!! She has always been good to me. Earl's mother was Italian. It is interesting she was in Italy for awhile. I knew she had been to Austria. Michael and Ralph really loved each other. I still believe they should have gotten married. Michael was so good to Ellen the last 2 years and supervised her care at the Motion Picture Hospital. She also arranged Ellen's memorial service. Mary Beth said Michael was like a second mother to her after she lost her parents and being sick.

Two beautiful ladies, inside and out. The genuine interactions among all the cast members are what keeps the episode’s, so special, and I cherish those days. watching you all play on The Walton’s is relevant today as it was back then at tender age of 13-14 years old, you all are so dear to my heart. ❤️😊

“Corabeth- SHE couldn’t cook.” Hahaha hilarious. This is awesome and I’m gonna go dive into part two. Kudos on the camera crew and lighting and beautiful set! A true professional setting for a couple of true professionals. I just wanted to say that it wasn’t the nurturing or the kindness or the gentleness that made me love Olivia Walton. I loved her for different reasons. She didn’t forget about herself. She took up art, she learned to drive, she rode all over that dang town on her bicycle, and she went on walks . She had a real relationship with her in-laws, which is an amazing part of the show to have witnessed because it doesn’t happen in real life very often and this show was a model for how it could be done. She was an example of how to keep a marriage alive with excitement and romance. She stuck to her guns and didn’t back down when something was important to her. But maybe the most important thing was her relationship with each of her kids. There are moments where she and John boy do some of the finest acting in the entire series in their talks with each others. The way, she knew each one of them individually and celebrated their talents and encouraged them was absolutely beautiful. Now I know that this was the writers, and I know that these were just characters. But she is one heck of an actor and I can’t help but tear up when I watch so many episodes and see Michael at work. I’m so grateful to everyone who worked on the show because it really is a work of art in so many ways. Thank you Judy for keeping it alive well into the 21st-century.

Judy, thank you for sharing Michael with us. She is a gift. I appreciate her both as Olivia and Michael after seeing her wonderful character shining through in this interview. Also, I would want more garlic; never enough. The zucchini looked delicious and I imagine the smell was tantalizing. So nice to see you still connecting after all these years. It is so hearwarming.

Fifty years is a lot of time. It can make you sad, but not when you say it. This is not a sentimental journey into the past. It sounds more like a blessing, the way you celebrate a life long friendship. Still an example, then and now. Thank you both.

IT'S LIKE WATCHING THE DINNER SCENES FROM THE WALTONS ALL OVER AGAIN THE 2023 way lol

What a treat! What I loved about Michael Learned was her ability to convey so much with just a facial expression. There were a few scenes in the Waltons when she didn't have dialogue but her expression said so much. She was a joy to watch.

This is a total feel good video! Also, the idea of NOT salting during cooking is what I was taught, especially with meat, as the salt draws moisture from the meat, making it tougher than if you salt at the table. Sea salt is what I prefer, as it doesn't pull as much moisture out as table salt.

Oh thank you for this!! I love both of you, and Michael cracked me up when she said... "I have a filthy mouth!" I think it's the coolest thing EVER that you two have been in touch for 50 years! I STILL watch reruns of The Waltons at 2 or 3 in the morning, so comforting. I wish I could hug you both... Thanks... Christie

It's very cool to see you and your TV mom hanging out together! I'm sure the food you cooked was delicious. Thank you for sharing this with us!

This was nice! I remember the episode when Mary Ellen and Erin were cooking supper because Mama and Grama were re-vamping Grampa's tweed suit for John-boy, Mary Ellen whined and crabbed because she was having to cook LOL. This was fun, it made me hungry :)

I so enjoyed this! I was one of those people that wanted the "Walton life"...and still do! The zucchini looked so delicious! Michael Learned has a timeless beauty that never changes! So do you, Judy. Thank you for sharing this with us!

Two beautiful ladies, inside and out. The genuine interactions among all the cast members are what keeps the episodes relevant today.

Wow! The TV mother and daughter in the kitchen again!!!!❤❤

It's a testament to what a terrific character actress Michael Learned is that she's the polar opposite of Olivia Walton in person! Loved this!

The WORLD.....needs more Waltons. Super wholesome and timeless . Thank you .❤

THE COOKING CHANNEL Please take note . Judy and friends would be a great cooking show that would be a success. I love this Judy 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

WOW,..what a treat to see this! Thanks Judy. Could you have ever imagined having a moment like this all these later?

Love hearing Michael tell us how to make this getting this recipe from someone else

I'm not crying, you're crying!

Wow, I’m blown away by this epic get-together! You both look lovely. She certainly does not look eightysomething! My goodness, this felt like a “real” (produced) tv show-beautiful “set,” “wardrobe,” hair, makeup, lighting…Yet such a natural cozy interaction between you and Michael! Just love the stories, the anecdotes, the cooking demo! “Mary Ellen” and “Momma” look wonderful-here in the “1980’s”(?)! Haha! Can’t wait to see part two!!

I was 12 years old in 1972. It was great when our family got ready to sit & watch The Waltons 🥰

It’s so nice to see Michael again. It’s like see a old friend after many years apart ❤️

This is so much fun!!! Love your kitchen, Judy! Whatever you do, don't ask Michael to pour coffee. 😂

Hi Miss Judy I'm 61 but my 9 year old self who adored you both and still does wants to say I love you both for always being food for my soul God Bless You Both Goodnight Momma And Goodnight MaryEllen💖💖💖💖💖

Good to see you and Michael together. I am part Italian also, my father was Italian. His mom cooked delicious Italian food, and his Dad made the best meatballs. My mama was Irish and Swedish and she was an amazing cook and made all the Italian food also. The lasagna was phenomenal. She also baked fantastic desserts. I love spicy food, Italian food, especially garlic ❤️

Great characters, great storylines, great scriptwriters, Great actors/actresses. Great wholesome family entertainment, and great memories of days of old. Thank you.

Oh my goodness! Just wonderful! One of my favorite scenes of Olivia is her birthday when she's a bit blue and in the yard weeding her garden a bit. John Boy reads her a poem he has selected to celebrate her special day: The Windhover by Gerard Manley Hopkins!(I think that's the poem; I'll have to double-check!) Olivia Smiles, but doesn't quite understand it but appreciates the lovely words. John Boy explains the poem and how it relates to Olivia, that she might see her life as ordinary, even mundane, but she and her life is very beautiful nonetheless. Ms Learned, thanks so very much for all your beautiful work as Olivia Walton and for joining Judy's Behind the Scenes. Like many others here, I've been a fan since the beginning! I just don't have the words to express why The Walton's and all of you mean so much to me! Judy, thank you again for your wonderful videos and présence! ❤

A friendly happy cookery event by two amazing women 🙏🙏😍

This was such a joy to watch and Judy you are a great interviewer! Great listening skills! Michael looks wonderful 🧡

Absolutely awesome Judy! Love you cooking with Michael. My son's name is Michael....he said he's gonna change his name to Olivia. I laughed. We watch the Waltons every weekday at noon on METV. He has a crush on Michael...I get it totally. Thanks Judy....so looking forward to the part 2. ❤❤❤❤❤

Oh my gosh, inspired people. The Waltons brings joy into our lives today more then ever. Because of the times we are in today, the Waltons takes you back when things were much simpler.💞

This made my day!!! I can’t wait for part 2 ❤

Well kiddo that was heart warming. Michael's voice takes me back. Love her home. What character it has! Love the recipe as well.what a treat this segment was. Looking forward to part 2. Keep up the grand work kiddo!

MMMMMMM, now I'm hungry. lol. Such a beautiful kitchen. She's still momma and always will be to many of us. :) Thank you ~ Jamie & Karl Brehmer

It's Mama!! Just watched the episode where Mama gives the " leave the potted geranium out"advice so Mary Ellen & Curt could have some "alone time"...thank yoo Mama 🤣💞💕🩷

So wonderful watching you two together. Thank you both so much! I was just watching The Easter Story and how Michael displays her magnificent talent. The last episode I watched with you both in the kitchen you were helping Mama with canning peaches I believe in the Dust Bowl Cousins. What a way to start a Monday!!🥰

Enjoyed seeing Michael! It seemed Like It was Olivia and Maryellen cooking!

I was still waiting for Michael or Judy to grab a jar of the "RECIPE" of Grandma's from under the counter to add to the dish they were cooking!

This was wonderful. It's so good to see you together, talking and cooking, and still looking so lovely! :)

This was a complete delight!!!❤

So glad to see the two of you together in a kitchen really cooking! Fifty years as friends and coworkers is awesome. You both look great. Cant wait for part two.

Wow, great chemistry and cooking is the icing on the cake

You two are such a good match--I enjoyed that very much!!! 🥰 And it is wonderful to see Michael thriving in her Golden Years! ❤

Loved this. Michael is so much like Olivia in ways. She has the nurturing feeling about her as both Michael and Olivia. You just see it and hear it. The best cooks don't go by an exact recipe they just wing it a little bit. That looked very healthy and good. I'll try it. Part 2 can't wait.

Absolutely one of your ALL TIME BEST videos!!! A HUGE fan of Michael Learned and her body of work!

We loved you both as well. Your family was a blessing each week. Thank you.

Judy Norton and Michael Learned are amazing people. I just love them both.

I cried so much when I saw you both together, it made me feel like the old days, thanks a million for having her on your show. Cheers to MICHEAL. HI FROM LUTZ FLORIDA USA

The hug at 9:23 of the video made me cry and Judy you said everything that could be said right in front of Michael standing right next to you. Made me cry when MICHAEL said that was so sweet for you to say that

The dynamic duo in the kitchen, well done or should I say done just right.

Of the two couples that played your parents, Ralph and Michael were my favorite.

Omg. So excited to see you girls together!!! Please do a Waltons meet and greet near Toronto, Ontario! Love your show!

That was fab - loved it when you called her mama. ❤❤ That looks a great recipe too. Looking forward to part two 😀

Delightful, thanks Judy! I would like Michael to know that, about this time every year, I watch her movie, A Christmas Without Snow. It's a tradition in my home.

I can't imagine having to be my "business professional" self when out in public all the time. I totally get Michael and the pressure of keeping up an image. I'd disappoint so many 🤣🤣🤣

what a delight to see you both in the kitchen

I’m just thrilled having watched you both together again! I’ve never seen you in person (still hoping), but saw Michael in “Month in the Country” at the Mark Taper Forum. Michael was divine and I was over the moon. Thanks so much. This made my day Judy!

I love this‼️ So Happy to see both of them. I still watch the Walton's almost everyday, it's wholesome and reminds me of a time when people respected and helped each other.

I loved seeing Michael again. She's as beautiful as ever. And that zucchini and tomatoes dish looked delicious. Thanks for the tip about adding oil to the butter to help keep it from turning brown. I never knew that!

hahaha...I am watching The Waltons right now on METV and this episode The Inferno , you are making deviled eggs . love seeing you and Michael in the kitchen again.

Thank you so much for this wonderful episode!!! Miss Learned is a gem and it is a huge treat to see you both talking and cooking!

You two are so natural together. It's obvious you are old friends. Great to see you both together again.

This segment was an absolute delight!!! Watching you two together was like magic as anyone could see the great friendship you have! Can't wait for part 2!❤❤

Now I have to go watch a couple of episodes; I prefer the early seasons of the show; I can't believe it's been fifty-plus years; Michael looks good, glad to see.

It was so nice to see Michael and you together again.

Thanks Judy for a great visit with Mama in the kitchen. I expected to see some walnut shelling for mama's pie.

That looks so yummy! I could swear I was watching "Mary Ellen" a few times and not Judy! lol ☺

❤ The Waltons in the kitchen will always have an endearing, enduring quality, actors or characters. Lovely to see you and Michael together on screen half a century down the line! ❤❤

Delightful Judy! Is that your kitchen? Amazing colors and yes ladies your outfits fit perfectly with those fabulous colors! 🎉❤

Yea..... Michael Learned was one of the best TV moms to ever hit the screen in a realistic way.

There is something I just love about your kitchen episodes. Maybe it is the heart (or the stomach 😊). Great getting to see Michael! She is a very loving person.

Two super actresses no matter what they do

Oh how lovely to see you two together 🥰. We were raised watching the Walton’s; brings back many happy memories. Best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧. Max. X

Loved this video and as I was watching it my husband (who has dementia) was watching The Waltons because he forgets what he has already seen and still just loves these shows so much. It was so good to see the two of you together and you both are still so beautiful. Judy if that is your kitchen I am in love with it as I love color so much, what a beautiful kitchen!!

So lovely to see the 2 of you together!!

What a treat having Michael and Judy cooking! Love the cooking segments and will have to try it out ✌❤

There's nothing better than Italian cooking. I know. My grandparents on both sides were from Italy. I had no idea that Momma Walton was half Italian. Although I think there was an episode were spaghetti and meatballs was served. Great video as always serving warmth and sense of family. You guys are epic. Thank you for the great memories. 🍝👍

You both are amazing, beautiful women. Love your videos Judy about the time you were on the Waltons. You get a complete and different perspective of what we see as fans and what real life was like for you all. I love the interaction in the kitchen. It's sad that some have passed on and we can't see this side like with you and Michael, but we'll take what we can get and be grateful. Thanks for sharing with us. My wife and I are in season four right now of the show. God Bless ❤

Thankyou Judy. It shows what beautiful warm people the two of you are as well as the rest of the cast. I still love the Waltons ❤

Hi Judy! An excellent and interesting video with your tv mom. Never knew Michael is of Italian heritage. 🙋🏻‍♀️❤️

Judy loved watching you and Michael in the kitchen and you can tell you two are special looking forward to the next one

Love to see this. I watch the Walton's every night. One of my favorite shows.

YOU ALWAYS HAVE TO DO WHAT MICHAEL TELLS YOU TO DO LOL

Great to see you both in the kitchen Judy. I’m Italian all the way. Visited my relatives in Italy eight times. I have relatives in the country and city and in the city they pretty much shop for fresh produce and fruits etc every day. Both my parents came from Italy.

Such a marvelous video !!! Many blessing and a wonderful Thanksgiving to you and your families.

What a wonderful respite this was from all the overwhelming troubles of our daily world. So wonderful to see these two old friends from one of the greatest and most beloved TV shows that I still watch all the time. And by the way, if that's your kitchen Miss Judy, I love love love love love it and would absolutely copy it were I ever to remodel again.

Great Show Judy! Thank You Ladies 💕

It is so good to see you two together again .❤

I can't tell you how happy I am to see you both here!! Much love! You have a beautiful kitchen, Judy. The zucchini dish looked delicious too - it's a favorite of mine. Loved hearing the memories of the relationship between Michael & Ralph & the kids. Looking forward to the next visit. ❤

I'm binge watching all of the seasons of The Waltons on Freevee TV. I've always loved the show and started watching it when I was a little kid with my dad. I have seen every episode more than once. My favorite show 😊 I'm 60 now and was almost 9 years old when I started watching. Oct 1963 birthday ❤

this was Great, you 2 are very Precious People. I'm so waiting for part 2. I Love it. Michael Looks Great. God Bless and take care.