The Waltons, Behind the Scenes, Judy Norton, "Mary Ellen" Answers the Fan Questions! (Interview)

The Waltons, Judy Norton, "Mary Ellen" answers the fan questions that were sent in directly to "That's Classic!" Judy answers questions about specific episodes in detail! She landed the role of Mary Ellen, the eldest daughter in the Walton family, and ended up spending nine seasons on the show. Judy talks with me about everything from working with Ralph Waite as a director on "The Fawn" to working with Ron Howard on "The Gift" to her favorite behind the scenes moments and the pranks the cast played. EVERY WALTONS FAN WILL HEAR THINGS THEY MAY HAVE NEVER HEARD BEFORE!! Subscribe for free to YouTube Channel:    / @thatsclassictv   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mye7ta... Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1533742435/... Google: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/john-cato Hosted by John Cato, actor, voiceover artist, and moderator for over 20 years for the television and movie industry. John's background brings a unique insight and passion to the podcast. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:27 "The Actress" episode 00:05:40 Writers for the Waltons and the process 00:07:53 "The Fawn" episode , Ralph Waite as a director 00:10:27 Rigorous Waltons shooting schedule 00:14:44 Prank on Richard Thomas! 00:19:17 Judy's favorite Waltons quotes 00:24:15 Judy's passion for singing 00:28:27 Judy discusses amazing Waltons guest stars 00:32:11 Judy talks about Ron Howard and his Dad Rance 00:38:57 Judy discusses "The Ring" 00:44:55 Judy chats about "The Wager" and horseback stunt riding 00:51:03 The reality of Pearl Harbor in the Waltons 00:56:14 Judy talks about the incredible acting of Ellen Corby 01:02:04 "The Grandchild" episode 01:03:55 Judy's favorite episodes