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Exclusive and Heartfelt Interview With Paul Petersen From The Donna Reed Show!
Exclusive and Heartfelt Interview With Paul Petersen From The Donna Reed Show!
John talks with Paul about the first time he met Academy award winner, Donna Reed, how his family was from the county in Iowa next to where Donna Reed grew up and what kind of person Donna Reed was. Plus Paul chats about his favorite guest stars on The Donna Reed Show, a very special moment with Buster Keaton on the set of The Donna Reed Show, famous celebrities that were around when Paul was shooting on the Columbia Pictures lot and his wonderful lifetime friendship with Cary Grant. Paul talks about his special service to child actors "A Minor Consideration' and the tragic deaths from child actors Rusty Hamer to Gary Coleman to Bobby Driscoll that has influenced him to help these young actors before they go in the wrong direction and so much more! Appreciate you Paul so much!
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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
00:00:57 The first time Paul met Donna Reed
00:02:02 Paul's first impression of Donna Reed
00:02:50 Paul's grandfather grew up in Iowa by Donna Reed story
00:03:58 Did Paul realize what a huge star Donna Reed was?
00:05:01 Paul talks about how low rated The Donna Reed show was when it started out
00:06:29 Paul's favorite guest stars
00:07:42 Paul talks about a special day on the set watching Buster Keaton do his magic
00:11:26 Paul talks about the people and movies /shows being shot on the Columbia Studio lot when The Donna Reed Show was there
00:14:11 Harry Cohn the head of Columbia Pictures takes Paul under his wing
00:17:20 Paul talks about the skill of Donna Reed when Shelley Fabares sings Johnny Angel
00:17:45 Carl Betz and Robert Ludlum story
00:19:24 Typical day on the set of The Donna Reed Show
00:20:55 Paul talks about working with and knowing Cary Grant
00:24:04 The time Paul fainted meeting Elizabeth Taylor and then Reggie Jackson
00:25:29 Working with Henry Fonda
00:27:31 Working with Barbara Stanwyck
00:27:54 Meeting Bette Davis
00:31:15 Paul talks about his service "A Minor Consideration" that helps former child stars from going in a bad direction in their lives after childhood fame
00:32:20 Paul talks about the tragic suicide of Rusty Hamer
00:33:44 Paul helped Jay North "Dennis the Menace" from taking a similar road to Rusty Hamer
00:35:48 Mickey Rooney shows up unexpectedly at Paul's door to help him from going down the wrong path
00:37:48 Paul talks about the loneliness and despair child actors face when they are done as a child actor
00:38:43 Paul talks about the tragedy of silent actress, Diana Serra Cary
00:40:52 Paul talks about Jackie Coogan and how parents take the child's money
00:44:55 Paul tells the story of how his grandfather helped him establish his own bank account
00:46:38 Mimi Gibson, a child actor from the film Houseboat left her family because of what they did
00:49:39 Paul talks about getting a call from Brooke Shields
01:00:09 First time Paul met Shelley Fabares
01:01:37 Shelley introduces Paul to Elvis Presley
01:03:22 Paul talks about his first car, a Cobra
01:04:27 Elvis Presley and the cars he gave away
01:09:45 Paul talks about the tragedy of young actor, Bobby Driscoll
01:11:47 Paul tells one last story about how he always was killed in the cowboy movies he was in
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  • @reginamay2767
    @reginamay2767 2 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    He's done so much for former child actors.

  • @bigbird62873
    @bigbird62873 8 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Cool interview paul

  • @bkbsbryan
    @bkbsbryan 12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I grew up watching and listening to you. Prayers are for you and your health. Thanks for the memories.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 11 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for your message. Check out the full interview I think you will enjoy it😀

  • @bernadettemissy6988
    @bernadettemissy6988 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Paul Sister Was On Donna Reed Show Too

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 13 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      That is true😀

  • @dustyclam
    @dustyclam 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you John for your sharing this intimate interview. Paul is an amazing man. He was instrumental intervening with a friend of mine, who was a child actor back in the 1960’s. He always took the time and energy to reach out and be there. Love to you and Paul💕

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      My pleasure Dusty and thanks for sharing your wonderful story💕

  • @scottshannon2049
    @scottshannon2049 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    This was a really interesting interview, I knew about Paul's "A Minor Consideration" but some of the things he brought up were very shocking. Several years ago to help support his work Paul sold pictures of the cast of the Donna Reed show and would personally sign them. One Christmas I ordered several as gifts for friends and family that he signed and personalized to each person or family. They turned out to be some of the best gifts I have ever given and everyone was so surprised and really touched to receive them.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Scott! I loved your story and great idea for gifts😀

  • @SusanKovach-r9l
    @SusanKovach-r9l 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    If you could give my e mail to Judy Norton so i can get the answers to my questions

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Check my previous answer hope that helps

  • @DebsDollRoom
    @DebsDollRoom 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Wow. What a wonderful interview! Talk about giving back!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Deb, Paul is definitely a man who doesn’t just talk he truly helps people😀

  • @SusanKovach-r9l
    @SusanKovach-r9l 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I have questions about the Walton's if someone can give me a email to provide me the answers i would appreciate it

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Sorry Susan I can’t do that for her privacy but you can look on her TH-cam channel and maybe you can communicate with her there

  • @pumpster999
    @pumpster999 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Outstanding interview! I've always equated Rance, Ron and Clint to Archie, Peyton and Eli Manning. In 1999 after taping the "Donny & Marie Show", I fell asleep watching "The Waterboy" on a red-eye back to Philly. When I awoke, the stewardess retrieved her headphones and gave me back my ten dollars. ✈✈✈

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you and appreciate the fun story too😀

  • @tanyafromjefferson5484
    @tanyafromjefferson5484 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you, gentlemen! This was wonderful!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Happy to hear you enjoyed the interview Tanya!

  • @ZJ-ne9kn
    @ZJ-ne9kn วันที่ผ่านมา

    I first saw him on dean martin roasts but he was far more then that.. his career arc reminds me a bit of john byner who is also still kicking

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      That is interesting about John Byner.

  • @ZJ-ne9kn
    @ZJ-ne9kn วันที่ผ่านมา

    He's going to be at a comic con in my state in a month. His dad raised them well you can tell. looking forward to meeting him and butch patrick

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Have fun meeting them!!

    • @ZJ-ne9kn
      @ZJ-ne9kn 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV thank you

  • @ZJ-ne9kn
    @ZJ-ne9kn วันที่ผ่านมา

    Big fan of his i wrote to him back in December he must not of got it somehow haven't heard anything back still hoding out hope i live about an hour away from Donnas birth town in iowa :)

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I wish I could help but I don't get involved with a direct communication between a guest and their fan.

  • @leeannlack6521
    @leeannlack6521 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a wonderful interview. Paul is so smart, caring and still handsome. God bless him 💕💞

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you enjoyed it Lee Ann! Paul is definitely all of that.💕

  • @ThatsClassicTV
    @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for watching my channel! If you enjoyed this video, please SUBSCRIBE and HIT THE NOTIFICATION BELL to my channel. I have fun talking about television from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s television shows and often with the stars of the shows..

  • @julier.1902
    @julier.1902 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I read this somewhere: a woman says, I'm in love with Cary Grant! Her husband says, I don't blame you. 😃

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Too funny😂

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV When Paul mentioned 1986, I vividly remember that Desi Arnaz died the same week as Cary. That really hurt.

  • @joesinkovits6591
    @joesinkovits6591 วันที่ผ่านมา

    John, every time I think you’ve reached the pinnacle of your interviews, the next one proves me wrong. This interview is fascinating. Such wonderful and eye-opening stories from Paul! I have all the Donna Reed episodes on DVD and still watch them regularly. AND, having all the episodes of “The Flying Nun” as well, I get to see Paul as “Sonny,” the childhood friend of Sally Field’s “Sister Bertrille,” and the lead singer of “Sonny and the Sundowners” in that episode. Thanks so much, John, and thank you, Paul/Jeff/Sonny!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      That was very kind Joe, appreciate it! I didn't know that about Paul's appearance as Sonny in the Flying Nun, I loved that show!

  • @user-gi5yy2cb9r
    @user-gi5yy2cb9r วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Donna Reed Show was a wonderful family show. Paul was a great actor.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      What is really amazing is the fact that it is still a great show!

  • @user-hd4fx9vz3k
    @user-hd4fx9vz3k วันที่ผ่านมา

    Remember Paul and Karen Valentine in Gisget Grows Up. Soo jealous of her!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      That is funny, I wish I could find Karen Valentine I would love to interview her!

  • @reginamay2767
    @reginamay2767 วันที่ผ่านมา

    WOW!, He was always such a cutie pie on the DR Show, This is a real treat to have him on your show. has he been sick, I hope not. but he still looks like himself. Thankyou for this wonderful interview he is a great guy! loved it. Thankyou I enjoyed listening in.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Always my pleasure Regina!

  • @wdashwor
    @wdashwor วันที่ผ่านมา

    It is SO wonderful to see this gentleman. I've always loved Paul Peterson. He absolutely sparkled in his roles, and it's so great to hear his memories. And if you're ever having a bad day, all you have to do is just watch Jeff on The Donna Reed Show-instant mood lifter. Thank you for all the good work you've done, Paul, and for this wonderful interview, John.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Definitely my pleasure, Paul has brought so much joy to so many!

  • @Elise1952
    @Elise1952 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So interesting to see child stars as adults. Excellent interview 🇨🇦

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you Elise, Paul is interesting just talking about his own career but when you also hear about the other child actors it is quite fascinating😀

  • @NancySanders-om4ic
    @NancySanders-om4ic วันที่ผ่านมา

    My PRAYERS for Paul.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      That is so nice Nsncy💕

    • @NancySanders-om4ic
      @NancySanders-om4ic วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV Thank you,for the compliment.

  • @Curly34584
    @Curly34584 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great Interview👍 Tks for sharing❤

  • @farrellmcnulty909
    @farrellmcnulty909 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm about an hour into this and Paul Petersen is very entertaining and fun to listen to. He mentions a lot of names, yes, but they're not celebrities to him. He just knew them, met them along the way, befriended them. He was already growing up by the time I was born and I saw him as a kid in retrospect and I couldn't stand him - because he was a cute little kid and I wasn't - even though he's about 15 years older them I am 🤣🤣🤣. Imagine envying celluloid images.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well Farrell I think Paul was very talented and very fortunate as well to meet all the people he worked with but he was definitely a contemporary to them. He definitely had the looks I am sure you were not the only boy at the time feeling that way😀

    • @farrellmcnulty909
      @farrellmcnulty909 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV 😄I think you're right. Glad I don't feel that way about anybody these days. It feels good to be cool.

  • @maximusprime3459
    @maximusprime3459 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I want to thank Paul for speaking out and keeping an eye on the generations of young performers coming up behind him in showbusiness with his organization A Minor Consideration.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Agreed Paul is pretty impressive on what he has done for child actors.

  • @larryshaver3568
    @larryshaver3568 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I had heard of Mitchell cameras

  • @paulkitt-er9dr
    @paulkitt-er9dr วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another top interview love listening to these stories. Paul certainly has great legacy in A minor consideration and was in a western called journey to shiloh with a cast that included Jan Michael Vincent, Harrison Ford, James Caan and Michael Sarrazin not forgetting Don Stroud. Maybe the Young Guns of it's day

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks, I know Paul is fascinating and I will have to check out Journey to Shiloh!

  • @scottburton9701
    @scottburton9701 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fondly remember watching "The Donna Reed Show" as a youngster-Great interview!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Scott, always fun to relive those memories!

  • @suzeauster2223
    @suzeauster2223 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love You Paul 💕 I recently watched You in “ Gidget Grown Up” Thank You ✨for doing this interview 😊 God Bless 🙏

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Awesome Suze, hopefully Paul sees this.

  • @AmericanBandstandAgain
    @AmericanBandstandAgain วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great interview, I've always liked Paul Petersen. I also happen to have that episode of his performance with Henry Fonda.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you and Paul is just a great actor and person.

  • @12Gaile
    @12Gaile วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh what a wonderful interview with Paul Peterson. I loved him on The Donna Reed Show & movies he's been in. I was also aware of his organization A Minor Consideration. So sad so many child stars came to a sad ending. Breaks my heart. I have such respect for Paul for trying to make a difference..I hope you guys get together again for another interview. I would also like to know how his health is. His energy level appears to be good. I'll keep him in my prayers.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Paul does so much good for child actors and I am sure he will app😀reciate prayers for his health

  • @cheryl2962
    @cheryl2962 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really Enjoyed This!

  • @karenleemallonee684
    @karenleemallonee684 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I really hope you get to speak together again soon, this was wonderful! I spent this last winter watching The Donna Reed Show, on Amazon Prime. What a treat! I had watched it back in the late 80's early 90's on Nick @ Nite...I fell in love with this wonderful family, the Stones. I even bought the Donna Reed Show watch...loved it. Sadly I now longer have it. 🥺 I discovered the D.R.S. on TUBI and Now I watch it again, but I love the 4th season (the Johnny Angel, season). ❤️ I have followed Paul back from when he started a Minor Consideration and sharing on all the talk shows. What great work he has done with this and has helped so many ! His personal story is so interesting, Im so glad you were able to finally able to find a time to get together & visit!! I truely hope there will be a part #2!!! 👍👍

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      I will certainly do my best to get Paul back that is for sure!

  • @TheRavenal
    @TheRavenal วันที่ผ่านมา

    I skipped around on the interview...was it ever mentioned why Paul is on an oxygen ventilator?

    • @farrellmcnulty909
      @farrellmcnulty909 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I just started it and I'd like to know about the cannula. I hope he's not seriously ill.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      No we never discussed it.

    • @TheRavenal
      @TheRavenal วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV When you began the interview with the phrase 'right out of the gate'...I thought that is when you were going to ask him. Otherwise, it just remained the elephant in the room. I had heard previously that Paul had COPD from smoking for 65 years. Was hoping to get an update from him.

    • @farrellmcnulty909
      @farrellmcnulty909 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@ThatsClassicTV Makes sense...he probably didn't want to deal with it.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheRavenal If I find out from Paul I will let you know

  • @FrankenElvis
    @FrankenElvis วันที่ผ่านมา

    As time whooshes past us all, we need to remember these wonderful actors - what an amazing archive of information Paul is. Another great conversation shedding light on one of the greatest eras in entertainment. Greetings & thanks from the UK ✌

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      My pleasure in the UK! Paul is a treasure trove and it is great to bring back memories of these amazing young actors.

  • @janicelabuda8540
    @janicelabuda8540 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Outstanding interview with Paul Petersen. What wonderful memories and experiences he has had with his career and the golden years of television. We are so glad he shared them with us. Thank you so much for this vlog.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      My pleasure Janice! Paul is just a wealth of information😀

  • @Jukebox45s
    @Jukebox45s วันที่ผ่านมา

    If Paul never did anything else, his performance of "My Dad" on the program would be enough to place him in the list of all-time most special and memorable moments in TV history. I've never made it through that performance without tears. In those days they rarely recognized kids for performances on TV and music. But Paul was most deserving of an Emmy & a Grammy for that performance. Yet Paul has so many additional accomplishments to be proud of and I salute him.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well said, Paul would definitely have received an Emmy and a Grammy!

    • @julier.1902
      @julier.1902 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I just watched it; excellent and moving.

  • @jilltagmorris
    @jilltagmorris วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤🎉😊🎉❤

  • @Nunofurdambiznez
    @Nunofurdambiznez วันที่ผ่านมา

    GREAT choice for an interview!! can't wait to see the entire thing! Update: EXCELLENT interview!!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV วันที่ผ่านมา

      Always appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @nicholasjanke3476
    @nicholasjanke3476 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Waltons-at least the tv series-began life as a Christmas tv special. But after everyone loved the tv special the studio decided to have it be a series.

  • @nicholasjanke3476
    @nicholasjanke3476 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    On Mash Alan Alda said in an interview that in the Mash mess tent scenes that the actors never actually ate in there either (Michael saying that on Waltons the actors never actually ate in the dinner scenes)

  • @docadams7099
    @docadams7099 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dear Pamela, I loved seeing you and all the cast on Little House. It's neat to hear of the real-life friendships you have shared with the cast and crew of that great show. Sadly, we recently lost Shannen Doherty, as she has joined Victor French, Michael Landon, Dabbs Greer, Kevin Hagen, Katherine MacGregor, Richard Bull, Merlin Olsen, and Karl Swenson in heaven. I enjoy all your appearances in Little House, but I think I enjoy Bless All the Dear Children the most.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I truly hope Pamela sees this, I know she would like it😀

  • @amandatompuri5958
    @amandatompuri5958 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Always liked the character Tabitha and have to say that she looks really good today! Way to go Erin so keep it up

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I know Erin on a personal level and she is a great person, glad you enjoyed the interview!

  • @amandatompuri5958
    @amandatompuri5958 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Loved the 70's too and thanks Miss Beadle! Did not know u were so cool!

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Amanda, I think Charlotte was definitely a 70's independent woman for sure!

  • @suzeauster2223
    @suzeauster2223 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fabulous Interview !!! Eric, is So Blessed to have Eliza 💕

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Suze! They make an amazing couple😀

  • @mprkg
    @mprkg 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stop it with this super boring "first kiss" discussion! It was NOT their first kiss... which took place months before during the circus episode. Melissa also kissed a boy during season 3 or 4 during the apples in the dress episode.

    • @ThatsClassicTV
      @ThatsClassicTV 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Interesting breakdown.