The Waltons - Mother's Day Tribute - Behind the Scenes with Judy Norton

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  • Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
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    The Waltons - Mother’s Day Tribute. Judy Norton (Mary Ellen Walton) pays tribute to Michael Learned (Olivia Walton) and Ellen Corby (Esther Walton)
    These two iconic characters are beloved by millions around the world. To many, Olivia Walton is America’s favorite “mom”. Judy also shares about her own mother, Connie. In this Behind the Scenes of The Waltons.
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  • @larrydemaar409
    @larrydemaar409 Год назад +44

    Michael Learned did steal our hearts!

  • @garryclark1085
    @garryclark1085 Год назад +28

    The director told Ellen to make up an amount to ask Jimmy Stewart for, rather than the usual $10 or $20 that most of them were asking for, so when she said, "Can I have $17.50?," It was perfection!

  • @herbertschwartz2867
    @herbertschwartz2867 Год назад +21

    I could not agree more, that Ellen after her stroke was so brilliant that she should have won more Emmy Awards after that. So much emotion with so few words. Also, your mother was a beautiful woman.

    • @Scott__C
      @Scott__C Год назад +5

      I agree. In Grandma Comes Home, I love that Jim Bob is the only one treating her normally by asking her to go for a ride in the car and she's just grinning.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +2

      Thank you.

    • @herbertschwartz2867
      @herbertschwartz2867 Год назад

      @@judynorton2598 You came up on an episode of Barry Williams and Chris Knight's Real Brady Bros Podcast. Their episode was about Marsha and Gregg wanting to move into the attic. A fan wondered if it was borrowed from The Waltons episode, The Awakening. Did your writers ever get ideas from other shows or do you know of other shows borrowing ideas from Waltons episodes.

  • @SonyaSwann-xm9xd
    @SonyaSwann-xm9xd Год назад +6

    Thanks Judy ,62 and still watching the Waltons

  • @movieprod
    @movieprod Год назад +13

    Michael is and always has been a refuge for me when I need a Mom's love...I wish she'd write that darn book we all would like to read 📖👓😊

  • @movieprod
    @movieprod Год назад +42

    Thanks for this Judy...Ellen was this tiny miracle by which we all were blessed...and although speech was difficult, she could sit at the piano and sing every word perfectly. Ellen, you played that melody in my heart to this day...we all miss and love you.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +6

      🥰 Thanks John.

    • @duanebarbic3786
      @duanebarbic3786 Год назад +4

      John Dayton always nice to see your comment.

    • @angelaohara5244
      @angelaohara5244 Год назад +2

      Beautiful words John❤️

    • @darrelljohnson1319
      @darrelljohnson1319 Год назад

      Ellen and Geer served all aces for decades then gigantic break came in the Waltons . kids today now know them well , I hope they see his western movies he played like a master as in Gunsmoke Slocum

    • @movieprod
      @movieprod Год назад +1

      @@duanebarbic3786 Thanks, Duane!

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +10

    Michael Learned is like your real mom. I'm sure you talked to her yesterday and she loves you all as the orginal cast

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +6

    I took my mom to Chedders resturant yesterday and got her a very pretty Mother's Day card

  • @marilynbattle2299
    @marilynbattle2299 Год назад +3

    Ellen Corby was amazing. To return to a show after suffering a stroke was amazing. She acted through her disability! Wonderful person. ❤️

  • @carylosborn1808
    @carylosborn1808 Год назад +12

    I'm so glad you introduced us to your mother. She was absolutely lovely.

  • @julesdiner8133
    @julesdiner8133 Год назад +13

    I’m so very sorry for the loss of your mom 😢 My own mom passed 12 years ago and I miss her, as you do yours. Thank you for this lovely, heartwarming remembrance of the moms in your life ❤

  • @mnnomad1870
    @mnnomad1870 Год назад +24

    What a great story. Thank you Judy and hope you had a wonderful mother's day as well. Being a single dad, my daughter thinks I should celebrate both Mother's and Father's Day! 💐

    • @rosemaryreinhard7459
      @rosemaryreinhard7459 Год назад +4

      I agree!

    • @cheryl2962
      @cheryl2962 Год назад +4

      You should!

    • @janicehutto5007
      @janicehutto5007 Год назад +4

      Three wonderful women that were so much more than great Mothers. They all had very interesting lives. Thanks for sharing this and about your Mother. I lost my Mama fifty years ago much too soon. I do have good memories and I can smile at the remembrance of little things.😊

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +2

      Go for it!!

    • @rebelgirl7289
      @rebelgirl7289 Год назад +1

      My daughter remembers me on Father's Day also because she said I had to be both when she grew up. Nice.

  • @kathypellette2509
    @kathypellette2509 Год назад +7

    Ellen truly made a monumental impact as she returned after her stroke. She left a beautiful mark on her career. Wow what a great mom you had! My mom passed about 3 years ago and was 96. She was the youngest of 11 kids. She had a baby brother who died when she was 4. She recalls rocking him. He was sickly and blind. Hope you had a blessed Mother’s Day. I never was a mom but honor the day.😊

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +2

      Sorry for your loss - I hope it felt that she had a long, full life.

  • @FluteLoops59
    @FluteLoops59 Год назад +22

    That was a lovely tribute to Michael and Ellen, what an interesting life they've both had.
    So nice of you to share your mothers story with us also and pictures.....Thanks Judy!!

  • @gusakel1143
    @gusakel1143 Год назад +6

    Happy Mother's Day Judy God bless you.

  • @purplej1436
    @purplej1436 Год назад +6

    Two remarkable women in both Michael and Ellen, who no doubt had a MAJOR influence on your personal and professional life. Your mother was beautiful and you look just like her.

  • @janfromseattle
    @janfromseattle Год назад +28

    Greetings and a happy belated Mother’s Day to you and all who read this! Thank you for this lovely tribute post. I had the pleasure of seeing Michael in “A Month in the Country” in Los Angeles. What a thrill! I love both of these women along with everyone else! ❤❤❤

  • @johnt68
    @johnt68 Год назад +14

    Two remarkable women. ❤ Thank you for highlighting their careers and their contributions to film and TV.

  • @stephaniemariephotography5179
    @stephaniemariephotography5179 Год назад +5

    What a sweet tribute to Michael, Ellen, and your mom! All beautiful and talented women! Happy Mother’s Day to you.

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +15

    Great tributes to these 3 special people in your life. Mothers and Grandmothers stand out the most

  • @lilactreehouse
    @lilactreehouse Год назад +10

    This was a wonderful tribute Judy. I lost my mom 10 years ago also. Thank you for sharing all of these interesting stories about your TV mom and Grandma, and your own mom!

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +6

    Ellen was on a lot of other shows and movies. She loved to work.

  • @stevenww3560
    @stevenww3560 Год назад +6

    Yes Michael is an icon for sure ! Both Ellen and Michael were loved on all characters they played it just couldn't be helped !

  • @NamiRose715
    @NamiRose715 Год назад +13

    A wonderful tribute to Michael and Ellen and your mother. Happy belated Mothers Day Judy. Thank you for sharing this video.

  • @shirleyleone799
    @shirleyleone799 Год назад +5

    Good Morning Judy, hope you enjoyed a wonderful Mothers Day! Thank you for this up close and personal look at Michael Learned. She truly captured the essence of the character of Olivia Walton. I can't imagine anyone else playing that role! What a rich life Michael enjoys!

  • @prettycindy1001
    @prettycindy1001 Год назад +4

    I loved the episode the return and John boy touching her hand and surprised her was really sweet and she was great mother also Mary Ellen. 🌷Happy Mother’s Day🌷

  • @tuffymoon3702
    @tuffymoon3702 Год назад +3

    I seen her in a movie on TCM once and was shocked because she was in prison! I think the name of the movie was Caged.I was shocked simply because she was Grandma Walton! You all were like family visiting us in our living rooms every week. Lovely tribute to both women.

  • @BOLLOCKS1968
    @BOLLOCKS1968 Год назад +6

    Fascinating background on both women. Happy Mothers Day!

  • @darkvader7231
    @darkvader7231 Год назад +4

    What can I say about the most iconic mothers ever portrayed on tv and the best ever that hasn't been said already by other viewers. So glad to see the photo's of your beautiful mother Judy and like your mother, my mother also passed away 10 years ago come this October but never ever forgotten and always in my heart. Thank you for such a lovely heart warming tribute and a belated happy mothers day to you as well. Best wishes to you from your waltonian superfan in a warmer England😉

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Thank you for sharing this tribute with me.

  • @nancyferree776
    @nancyferree776 Год назад +2

    I missed Michael Learned when she left the show. I was so glad when she did the reunion movies. She was such an attractive woman!

  • @kathypellette2509
    @kathypellette2509 Год назад +5

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊🎉”Mama” and “Grandma” are icons of American and world over television! Both actresses hardly seem to be acting because they both had the talent of communicating that love and understanding into whatever situation they faced. A lot of that had to do with such exceptionally well written scripts for the Waltons as well as their natural true feelings expressed to whoever they were with. Actually, how much “acting” is involved...you become that character, real feelings are expressed. Just a thought..😊
    Thanks Judy for your lovely tribute and research!❤

  • @lucillelaurenzi4510
    @lucillelaurenzi4510 Год назад +9

    This was a lovely tribute to Michael and Ellen's ♥ to us fans.Happy belated Mothers day to everyone on this post.

  • @kategulick4781
    @kategulick4781 Год назад +3

    Your mom was beautiful! She could have been in the movies and made an impression without having any lines. Who knew mama Walton was such a delinquent😂 One of my favorite movies is I Remember Mama. What a lovely tribute you gave to these ladies.

  • @theresagosselin2705
    @theresagosselin2705 Год назад +3

    Your mother was beautiful,you look just like her ❤

  • @mjj1434
    @mjj1434 Год назад +11

    Very nice tribute to both “Olivia” and “Grandma Esther”
    Wonderful episode .
    I liked hearing about it and your mother as well .

  • @missmandie9729
    @missmandie9729 Год назад +7

    Amazing women! I love reading/ watching biographies of people,it really gives you an appreciation of others,of their struggles as well as successes.Your mom was amazing,I am sorry for your loss.

  • @janetones6221
    @janetones6221 Год назад +4

    Par excellent acting from the Moms of the Walton's. Everyone's acting skills were superlative. Definitely I shed tears today. Takes me back, thank you, Judy💜💜💜

  • @forthehaulofit
    @forthehaulofit Год назад +5

    Thank you for sharing the wonderful history of your own Mom, how fantastic! I can definitely see her in you. Fantastic pictures!!

  • @DaveD2488
    @DaveD2488 Год назад +4

    Wow, three of the most amazing moms! Sometimes you don't really realize how amazing and what they did until you actually hear someone say what they did. Michael had the experience of a lifetime with all the traveling she did growing up gaining that talented experience. Did the show ever tap into Michael's farm experience or did she try and offer her opinion on it? Ellen just an incredible woman who knew the show must go on even after her stroke. She did a great job with a lot of courage and strength. Judy your mom must have been so proud of you in the episode where you were balancing at the top of the roof. Great to have a real mom on set looking over you and others.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      I don’t specifically recall Michael bringing up something from her childhood regarding her early farm life while on set.

  • @deniseholt2198
    @deniseholt2198 Год назад +3

    Happy Mother’s Day Judy ❤ hope you had a wonderful day. You sure do have your Uncles eyes you look just like him

  • @cadeevans4623
    @cadeevans4623 Год назад +6

    Great tribute hope you had an awesome mothers day judy

  • @mitchrobinson3076
    @mitchrobinson3076 Год назад +6

    You come from talented, beautiful, athletic people. These attributes are obviously present in you as well. This segment was wonderful. The manner in which you present content on your channel evokes a feeling of comfort and anticipation in your viewers, well it does in me. It's as though we are visiting with you in your living room, sipping hot tea, and enjoying brilliant conversation. Thank you for selflessly taking your own time to do this for us. I hope The Waltons continue to entertain and hopefully influence future generations.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much. I’m so glad it feels that way.

  • @sandrabraswell6352
    @sandrabraswell6352 Год назад +1

    What a brave woman Ellen Corby was to come back after her stroke. I am in awe when I watch her acting, especially after her stroke.

  • @theresagosselin2705
    @theresagosselin2705 Год назад +3

    Yes hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day also Judy ❤

  • @dawnbenchley7237
    @dawnbenchley7237 Год назад +2

    Beautiful tribute, Judy. I lost my mom in 1977. She loved Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton and The Waltons. I wished she could had lived to see the movie Coal Miner's Daughter. At the time of her death it wasn't known who would play Loretta. I know she would had loved Sissy Spacek.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching and for sharing your mom’s story.

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +4

    Ellen was a funny lady she loved you all very much.

  • @mrDCunningham
    @mrDCunningham Год назад +2

    Michael did a two part appearance on gunsmoke and she was so good on that. Your Mother was so beautiful.I hope you had a nice Mother's Day 👍🏼😘

  • @josephwilliams710
    @josephwilliams710 Год назад +2

    Amen Judy Norton Yes Indeed Happy Mothers day to everyone Good Honor to Michael Learned & Ellen Corby etc ... I sooooo admire her Heck when I Watch The Waltons I feel a Mother Vibe from her even for me !! Thank You again Judy for sharing!

  • @joycestewart7227
    @joycestewart7227 Год назад +4

    As a child I dreamed of being a mother like Olivia! I had 6 sons and 2 daughters! Eventually God gave us grandchildren that were 6 girls and 2 boys. Tho’ our income was the same as hers in 30s We had no script or rewrites and here we are 36 years later! Our 14th grandchild is due next week! I spent Mothers Day with my Mom alone in her home and only saw my kids on FaceTime! Having a family like the Waltons was just a dream but I’m still not sorry I tried! Thanking the Lord for Earl Hamner telling us of his life and family and for the way you all made it feel so real! Truly to this day I appreciate all you do! All that to say: Your Tribute was a wonderful reflection of these Wonderful Women who made it seem so easy! :-)

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад

      No doubt it is MUCH easier to be a great parent on TV when it’s all scripted! Sounds like you have a wonderful family.

  • @danieljohnson9351
    @danieljohnson9351 Год назад +2

    What a wonderful tribute to three special ladies. Judy, your mother was a lovely person. I lost my own mother in 2006. You never get over their loss, you just learn to live with it.

  • @megfuchs9425
    @megfuchs9425 Год назад +4

    Happy mother's day to everyone and anyone who mothers children in any capacity! It is a tough day for many of us for various reasons! Thanks Judy for this very interesting segment!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад

      Many of us form “families of the heart” - I wish that for you as well.

  • @janetmoss-s4o
    @janetmoss-s4o Год назад +4

    Great video. The whole cast of The Waltons separately couldn't have been more perfect but the interaction among you all was impeccable. You came across as real family.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Amazing how we all bonded so strongly to this day.

  • @sundancita
    @sundancita Год назад +3

    Happy Mother's Day to you! Great tribute to the Mothers in your life!

  • @ritalafleur4417
    @ritalafleur4417 Год назад +3

    Happy Mother's Day to you twice loll🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤ and to Ellen and Michael 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

  • @susanfromthemountains1754
    @susanfromthemountains1754 Год назад +2

    I love all the varied expressions your mama made. And as far as that goes, your papa was very good at expressions too. Both were a great blessing to watch. I love you all.

  • @SINCITYJIM1
    @SINCITYJIM1 Год назад +1

    Two strong women in real life and in their characters. You “kids” were fortunate to be surrounded by them as well as Ralph & Will. By the way, your mother was stunning. Wonderful tribute to all three women.

  • @rogertemple7193
    @rogertemple7193 Год назад +3

    Hey Judy,
    Hello how are you I hope that you had a beautiful
    Mother's Day yesterday and i try not to miss any
    of your videos because you were someone that
    I grew up with in the seventies and the eighties
    when the Walton's were on and glad to see this
    episode and until your next video Thank You and
    God Bless You, Judy.📺📻

  • @maryangeladouglas
    @maryangeladouglas Год назад +4

    So beautifully prepared and presented, I really enjoyed watching this tribute to Michel Learned, Ellen Corby, and your own mother Judy Norton and your feeligs toward all of them, your impressions. It is wonderful to receive all these details. But most wonderful is the loving care with which you told all the stories;thank you so much!

  • @anitastodolak9882
    @anitastodolak9882 Год назад +2

    Such a lovely Mothers Day tribute Judy! I really enjoyed it! May your sweet Mom rest in peace with " Grandma Walton! And it is so true Ellen Corby WAS GRANDMA WALTON ALONG WITH "MAMA" MICHAEL LEARNED! THANK YOU AGAIN SO MUCH!

  • @cindydifatta9012
    @cindydifatta9012 Год назад +3

    Great job Judy! This one made me cry. 😢 I unfortunately did not have a great Mother's Day this year. Thank you for spending so much time creating these great videos for us. Bless you! ❤

  • @CarolHeney
    @CarolHeney Год назад +2

    Oh Judy, this segment meant so much to me. Ellen Corby and Michael Learned are two iconic actresses, that I watched closely while growing up. I only do community theatre, but have learned so much, by watching all of you, over the years, I can't thank you enough. I was so pleased to see that Michael worked in Steel Magnolias, and On Golden Pond. I was fortunate to land the leading roles in both, once upon a time. And Ellen......WOW!! I've seen her in so many roles, since I was I kid. One of my favorites was as Lucy's theatre teacher, in "I Love Lucy"!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад

      That’s wonderful you have had a chance to do some great roles on stage. I love doing theatre.

  • @atokadjoe
    @atokadjoe Год назад +2

    The Waltons changed out lives as well. Thank you.

  • @jamielovesthewaltons
    @jamielovesthewaltons Год назад +5

    Hi Judy! I loved this Mother’s Day tribute so much. It’s so lovely and wonderful :) such a great tribute to these 3 special people in your life. I hope you had an amazing Mother’s Day ❤ thank you for sharing these wonderful stories with us. And I hope you have an amazing rest of your day!
    Love,
    Jamie ~ huge Waltons fan ✨

  • @susanna3
    @susanna3 Год назад +4

    I loved these tributes not only to Michael Learned and Ellen Corby, but to your Mom. What a lovely and fascinating lady 😍 thank you for sharing her story Judy!❤

  • @jrcriner6542
    @jrcriner6542 Год назад +1

    Your mother was a very beautiful woman just like you Happy Mother s Day

  • @VinylNostalgia
    @VinylNostalgia Год назад +2

    Wonderful tribute...Thanks Judy and I hope you had a great Mother's Day...

  • @robertcabral8152
    @robertcabral8152 Год назад +2

    Hope you had a Happy Mother's Day Judy! ❤️🙂

  • @dgs8011
    @dgs8011 Год назад +2

    Lovely. What a treat to know more about your mom, Michael, and Ellen. Cool that you did Circus of the Stars given your family history. Love Ellen as Aunt Trina. Always great to see her pop up on a show. I need to find a way to see Nurse. Worked evenings a lot in those days and never managed to catch it. Thanks for all the great details, Judy. What rich lives.

  • @Lisa-ve1qe
    @Lisa-ve1qe Год назад +3

    Thanks for sharing with us about your mom and her talents. She was a beautiful woman. I love hearing about Michael and Ellen too. Happy Mother’s Day!

  • @ericsneary5430
    @ericsneary5430 Год назад +3

    Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers on the Waltons

  • @jeffreygraf3358
    @jeffreygraf3358 Год назад +3

    That was you in Hotel!? Wow! Great movie. Rod Taylor, Melvyn Douglas, Merle Oberon, etc.. What a great cast and movie. I'll keep an eye out for you when I see it again.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Yep! One of my first film roles - uncredited :)

  • @CowGirlKat8691
    @CowGirlKat8691 Год назад +8

    Thanks again for another episode of "Behind The Scenes"!! Hope your Mother's day was a wonderful one! ❣

  • @randystolz
    @randystolz Год назад +3

    🌼Belated Happy Mother's Day🌼wishes to you Judy, and to all of the mothers and grandmothers who may read this.
    Thank you for summarizing highlights of Michael and Ellen's careers and your reflections on their impact on you over your life.
    And ty SO MUCH for your eloquent tribute to your own mother!! I already knew many of the bullet points about your co-stars, as a four decades + fan (when I was about 8, I decided that I wanted to be John Boy/ Earl Hamner, and derive part of my earnings today from writing & editing).
    But I knew nothing about your Mom aside from bits you've volunteered over the years... She sounds like a fascinating lady!!

  • @ConnieCC58
    @ConnieCC58 Год назад +1

    I hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day Judy. Thank you for sharing memories of your mom with us 💗. It made me smile to learn that her name was Connie too!

  • @julieowens9435
    @julieowens9435 Год назад +2

    Happy blessed Mother's Day

  • @trazanna
    @trazanna Год назад +3

    Happy Mother's Day! ❤

  • @micheleadams9430
    @micheleadams9430 Год назад +6

    What a wonderful tribute, thank you for sharing! ❤

  • @phillipcampbell6279
    @phillipcampbell6279 Год назад +2

    The new movie Michael was on looks really good to see

  • @lindarivera2664
    @lindarivera2664 Год назад +2

    Happy Mother's day and you look like your mom I love the Walton my children grow up with the waltons

  • @rjnuzzi1648
    @rjnuzzi1648 Год назад

    No better portrayal of a grandmother than Ellen Corby's... etched in all our minds... greatness

  • @williamwindomtributesite1640
    @williamwindomtributesite1640 Год назад +1

    Ellen and Will were just beautiful together. They complimented each other. I love, in Grandma Comes Home, when she calls him "you old fool!" Ellen was in an episode of The Farmer's Daughter.

  • @TJ-dz3ot
    @TJ-dz3ot Год назад +1

    Now I know where you get your passion for doing daring things (wingwalking, Parachuting) from your Mother. I hope she got to meet some of her Hollywood stars.

  • @charlesstrickland7489
    @charlesstrickland7489 Год назад +4

    Hope you have a good Monday

  • @gusakel1143
    @gusakel1143 Год назад

    Two remarkable women in both Michael and Ellen, who no doubt had a MAJOR influence on your personal and professional life. Your mother was beautiful, and you look
    just like her, especially the smile and eyes ❤️ 😍 💖

  • @marycooper2557
    @marycooper2557 Год назад +3

    NICE tribute to honor the on screen and off screen moms

  • @ralphsenensky8484
    @ralphsenensky8484 Год назад +2

    Truly beakutifiul Judy. Both SCRIPT and PERFORMANCE!

  • @gretaknebel8495
    @gretaknebel8495 Год назад +2

    Happy belated Mother’s Day.

  • @loric6166
    @loric6166 Год назад +1

    What a great tribute. Thank you, Judy. Love Mama and grandma. Your love for these ladies shines through. Thank you for sharing your heart about your mama.

  • @bonnieboyle3980
    @bonnieboyle3980 Год назад +1

    Thanks Judy! Especially sharing personally about your own Mom!
    This was my first Mothers Day since my Mom has been gone, so I feel for you having lost your Mom & are navigating life without her. So enjoy your insight & comments! Bonnie.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад

      Thank you. Sorry for the loss of your own mom.

  • @sylvias4899
    @sylvias4899 Год назад +1

    Both amazing women in amazing roles. I remember Ellen also appearing on "I Love Lucy" as Lucy's high school drama teacher Miss Hannah.
    Let's not forget Mary Ellen as mother to John Curtis.
    Your mother was very pretty. You do resemble her very much.
    I hope you had a lovely Mother's Day Judy.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +1

      Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed this tribute.

  • @paintingsbyjimhall
    @paintingsbyjimhall Год назад +3

    Well done! Judy. In the Mother's Day Special Episode, Elizabeth reads a poem at church. Yesterday, at my church a little girl reads a poem.

  • @melaniethies379
    @melaniethies379 Год назад +1

    Hi Judy hope you had a good Mother's day and I enjoyed listening to this about Michael learned and Ellen Corby and your own Mom

  • @jacquelinebell6201
    @jacquelinebell6201 Год назад +2

    Wow. Didn't know what a wonderful background your mother had. ❤

  • @Stephen_A.
    @Stephen_A. Год назад +3

    Happy Mother's Day Judy ! 💝

  • @tracylamarca575
    @tracylamarca575 Год назад +1

    Judy - your mother was just beautiful - it is evident you get your love of movies and your athleticism (as Mary Ellen and in real life) AND your own beauty from her! And what a special tribute to the ultimate mom and grandma! I love my own mom and I loved my dad and my grandparents when they were alive, BUT I distinctly remember wanting deperately to be a part of a family like The Waltons when I watched it when it first aired. Who am I kidding? 😍When I am rewatching it even now, I STILL want to be a part of a family like that! Thank you for this, Judy and hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day yourself.

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад +2

      Thank you. Glad you enjoyed this. Yes, my mom was a definite role model for my being a tomboy :)

    • @tracylamarca575
      @tracylamarca575 Год назад

      @@judynorton2598 🥰

  • @johnadam5179
    @johnadam5179 Год назад

    Yes, a Mom is someone who listens to you, and loves you unconditionally. You were lucky to work with these two special and talented ladies! Thank you for the stories and smiles you shared recalling them!

  • @mjperkolator8854
    @mjperkolator8854 Год назад +2

    What an interesting life all three of your Moms/ grammas had.

  • @elizabethbeckman1947
    @elizabethbeckman1947 Год назад +2

    A wonderful, wonderful share today, Judy. Appreciated so much hearing your mother's early training, her agility and discipline as a gymnast, an acrobat. What a treasured beautiful role model for you. It occurred to me that young people today and next generation may be missing out with so much attention paid to an individual, sedentary lifestyle, more solitary, less collaboration, with attention paid to computers, computer gaming. I recall so vividly Ellen Corby's contribution to Glenn Ford/Hope Lange's delightful comedy "A Pocketful of Miracles" wherein as I recall her supporting character was mute, but so well played and memorable. I knew early on she was a script supervisor but did not have a clue she worked pro bono for Poverty Row productions. Robert Word ("A Word on Westerns" - AWOW) has made mention of the contribution of the production company (ala Republic Pictures) to early B Westerns. Thank you very much for this segment today!

    • @judynorton2598
      @judynorton2598  Год назад

      Thanks for watching. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

  • @larryulery3729
    @larryulery3729 Год назад +1

    She did have a stroke
    I just learned something
    New about grandma. My grandmother had children during the depression so she saved everything. MY grandmother did a good job. She talks about ration cards. I think she did some wheeling and dealing with her sister.

  • @bridge1701
    @bridge1701 Год назад +2

    Last week I saw an episode of Beverly Hillbillies with Ellen as a "surfer chick" type character. She was so funny. She was not afraid to play against stereotype.