I'd like to share this story about Richard. In September 1982, I was injured in a motorcycle accident breaking my neck. I was admitted to the VA Hospital in West Roxbury, Mass spending the next 3 months in traction. In October of 82', Richard came to that hospital to visit a friend of his, who was also a quadriplegic. I believe his friend was associated with the circus - I can't recall his name but I do remember he looked like the singer Paul Simon. Anyway, my sister had ran into Richard in the hallway and told me about the encounter. She asked if she should go find him and see if he could stop in for moment. My 2 aunts were in the room and hoped to meet Richard, so my sister and cousin both went to find him. I was absolutely shocked when they returned with Richard in tow. My two aunts were all over him - kissing, hugging, and complimenting him on his newborn triplets. Richard then came to my bedside, introduced himself, and enquired about my situation. He couldn't have been more kind, compassionate, and encouraging in his words. I then asked for his autograph and he obliged - signing my guest book. Three days later, I started moving my toes and, within a week, had traces of muscle movement throughout my paralyzed body. Nine months later I walked out of that hospital under my own power. The doctors were so astounded at my recovery that it made the Medical Journal, and they even used the word "miracle" to describe it. I just wanted to make it known that Richard came to my room out of concern and love for a fellow human being. There were no cameras, no reporters, no publicists, no Make-a-Wish, and no pats on the back. Just one person offering hope to another person in need of that hope. The power of celebrity is an amazing thing and I can personally attest to its healing effects. God bless you, Richard, and thank you for coming to my bedside 40 years ago.
@@judynorton2598 Richard had that side, and another side of tantrum's and spoiled on the movie sets. , all people have two sides. Yes, I love Richard as well, but he hated being called John Boy.
The incomparable way Richard played John Boy always made me wish that I knew John Boy in real life. He is the son, brother, friend, lover I believe many of us would love to have had. He seemed to just make the world a better place to live in. He was the underdog I always rooted for, he was the humble hero I admired. I am so happy to see Richard continue his illustrious career. ❤❤❤
Such a lovely way to word this and I so agree. When I was younger I used to pretend that John Boy was my real big brother because I always wanted one 💙
I agree totally. That was beautifully worded.. And its true. I had such a crush on him, that I used to wish I was in Marcia Woolerys place and be his girlfriend....lol...And Judy, I absolutely love your videos...They are the best...
I felt and feel exactly this way about John Boy and Richard Thomas. He was such a quiet, settled, and positive presence. I don't know how he got to be so muture at such a young age. I admire John Boy and Richard Thomas immensely. He helped me prepare for my adulthood in ways I never realized until I was out on my own. I had a "John Boy" persona I used when I had to deal with stressful times (kind of a WWJBD thing). Staying calm like John Boy helped me settle myself in all kinds of new "adult" situations. I owe Richard Thomas and Earl Hamner a lot of credit for helping me become a responsible young adult. The Waltons was packed with positive messages and they really helped me grow up to feel positive in general, and to help people when I could. Judy and Mary Ellen were super positive and strong influences, as well. Thank you all for the positive influences you have had on my life Peace.
Yes so true ❤ He was my first crush at 4 yrs old and my first kiss lol I went in front of the tv screen and gave him a big kiss…Everyone would ask me who do you like and I would say John Boy
I had the privilege to meet Richard Thomas in a Barnes and Noble bookstore in San Diego in the middle 90s. He was so humble and so nice I remember! He just happened to be standing in the aisle looking for a book and I just happened to see him. He said he was there for filming some movie in San Diego. Thank you, Judy, for this interview!
Wow!!! That is so cool!!! Would have loved to have met him in person!! I lived in Southern California in the 90’s. That’s awesome that you met him!!!❤️
@@angelaohara5244 it really was! I remember feeling so giddy when I was talking with him! He was a lot smaller built too than I thought he was. He seemed bigger on screen. It was such a pleasure!!
I had Richard’s niece in my 4th grade class. I didn’t believe her until she told me she got lost in his house and brought me a signed picture. Love you, Richard.
Richard cracked me up with “Grandma going down to the cellar to light a joint”…hysterical! I would love to see those archives but have to admit it might taint my idealistic view of The Waltons, but hey it’s fun to know you were all human, good, naughty and just plain fun. This was a great second interview and loved hearing Richard remember so much of his time on the Waltons as one of the backbones of the main show. Will be looking for more shows and films has been in. Would love to see his current play.
I would love to see the gag reel, especially the one of Grandma going down into the root cellar to smoke a joint. That would be hysterical. If there's a way for someone to get their hands on them, it could also be a great fundraising opportunity for the Waltons Museum in Schuyler, VA.
Regardless of how much they were cutups behind the scenes, the important thing is that Mr. Thomas and the late Mr. Ritter ALWAYS delivered first rate performances on camera for this show! Thanks for sharing this!
Here again for more Judy interview with Richard Thomas. What an absolute gentleman and humble spirit this man is. God bless him always and you too dear Judy. Love you both! ❤🙏🏼
What a blessing to be able to have the relationships you have with your TV family. You are indeed a family. Thank you Judy for making us a part of the family as well. This segment with Richard was indeed, very special.
If the Broadway production of To Kill A Mockingbird with Richard Thomas comes to a theater near you GO! It just so happens this past week it was in Appleton Wisconsin, and I saw it. Richard Thomas and all the cast were amazing. The audience was so quiet hanging on every word and character. And to have this series of interviews at the same time that Mr. Thomas was in town is great.
At the end of the show at curtain call did anyone yell out "Goodnight John Boy"? I am going to try to get up to Baltimore for one of the shows but not sure if I will be able to or not and I believe that is the only close place left near me and its still a few hours away.
Thank you so much for this conversation with Richard Thomas. I watched the series when it began and I would recopy my English composition on Thursday night to turn in on Friday. I would do this as John-Boy would be writing in his journal. While I am not a writer today, I have written little stories about my family because my daughter said she wanted them. In the episode "The Literary Man" he told John-Boy to write the little stories because the sum of them could be the big story. So, I am doing that. I challenge everyone to write down their memories of parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Write about special occasions and ordinary days; they are all important because someone will want to have them after you're gone. So, that's your homework, Judy and Richard! Start today
I liked his description of being a director on the Waltons and having the advantage of already knowing the actors and crew. That had to be a great experience, especially for the first time.
Hi Judy & Richard! Just watching 'The Deed.' I had to do some arithmetic when Mary Ellen said she was 13 years old when this episode aired in 1973 😁 Love the ending when Ralph Waite comes to John Boy's rescue and they get into a bar fight 🍻
The two of you look great and have so much vitality and verve! It's so much fun to see that combined with your years of experience and wisdom gained -- and how you both can temper that with humor. Your chemistry is even better than it was back on the Waltons! Enjoying this conversation immensely.
Richard Thomas looks fantastic for his age! One can tell he has never had drug/alcohol issues like many celebs (and if he did he corrected it early on).💖
What a treasure it is having Richard and Judy revealing all the things that were going on while they were working on the episodes. Don’t they both look and sound terrific? 😇
I would love to see that video of Grandma sneaking into the basement to smoke a joint. That would be hilarious to see. Thank you so much for allowing us to see Richard/John Boy again. Thanks Richard. This inteview with Richard was great, you guy's are so at ease speaking with each other you can tell you've known each other for a long time.....
Good, good! I could listen forever! Judy, thanks so much for producing your wonderful videos! Richard, you are so generous with your time and stories and laughter! I'm running out of comments!! I just am enjoying watching and listening! Much love to Walton's everywhere ( that includes everyone with the show and all of us fans ~ we're Walton's of the heart) ☺️❤️🙏🕊️
PS ~ Richard ~ I wanted to share my appreciation for some of the "villain" roles you played in movies: a couple of stalkers, the one who poisoned his wife, Down, Out, and Dangerous ~ really scary! I loved your romance with Julie Kavner; you were both spot on and spectacular. I loved the blind fellow you portrayed and The Hank Williams Jr story ~ absolutely outstanding. The evangelical movie with Lloyd Bridges and "Audrey" from Little Shop ~ what a very different story ~ You can portray anyone! I loved The Christmas Box too! Of course, John Walton, Jr is just everyone's friend! 🧡✨🎭
Awesome to see you and John boy y'all must have discovered the fountain of youth on Walton's mountain I saw him on a show when he was just a little kid
I was born in 66. Old enough to remember watching in prime time cuz my parents loved it. Then catching up in my teens and 20's in syndication. Caught hell from friends for watching the Waltons. Lol. I just couldn't stop watching. How does a show like that capture a child of the 70's who is enthralled with the music of the time, Led Zeppelin, black sabbath and the like. I was absolutely committed to the party scene. But yet, if the Waltons were on, I was watching! I'm so grateful to you for the sacrifice y'all made as kids ,to put this show out there. Now I'm Old enough to start re-watching and still feel the same enthusiasm for it as I did back then. THANK YOU!
Yippie part 2...Richard...thank you for doing this interview with your TV big sister...I so enjoyed the two of you on the show as well as all the others...The Waltons are a classic...if any of you have not seen the show...please do so...I promise you WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED..thank you Judy for another great episode...hugs from Southern California...🫂❤️🙏
What can you say about richard he will always be john boy to me he was my biggest crush when he can on the screen he became everything he would draw you to the show hes truly in a class act by himself ❤
LOLLLL LOVED the beginning talking about him a john Ritter and this whole second part as well!! WELL DONE hope there will be more! Judy thanks so much, you and Richard with patience and admiration for each other are simply AMAZING and down to earth REAL! Richard thank you again for all this, so hope to meet you both one day and hang out.
I love listening to Richard talk. My dream is to meet him, he seems so great. Thank you both again so much for doing this. I love your videos so much Judy ❤️ will there be a part 3 to this interview??
One of my favourite John Ritter moments is on "The Sinner", when he arrives into town and rehearses his preaching by shouting REPENT YE SINNERS! He looked more like a comedian than a preacher at that point.
One of my favorite movies of all time was The Homecoming, the first introduction to the Walton's. When the TV series started I was hooked from the very first moment. I always wanted a big family and brothers and sisters, with grandparents. My own family was not like most families sadly. So watching the Walton's helped me escape into a family vicariously. It's fun hearing Richard and Judy chat after all this time.
Gosh, I know the kitchen and food scenes were notoriously difficult to shoot but they really are my favourite scenes in the entire series as they accomplish a real sense of the family coming together united and connecting with each other. So much happened during these scenes with so many emotions relating to a whole range of different revelations, drama, problems and resolutions and sometimes comedy. Thank you Judy for part 2 of Richard's meeting with you, best wishes from your waltonian superfan in a cool England😉
It really is a love/hate scenario for us… they were such amazing scenes and also important in each episode, but so grueling to shoot back to back to back…
Thank you, Judy and Richard!! I would love to see more of your outtakes on the show. There are only a few and all funny. You mentioned Ellen smoking a joint it was Richard in the outtakes telling Olivia, " Oh yeah, well, I'm going outside to smoke a joint." Too funny or when you hear an airplane flying that was in the Love story when John Boy meets Jenny, and they yelled cut. I so enjoy all your memories! Thank you so MUCH!! 🥰
This is great! My husband got me an personal message from Richard Thomas for our wedding anniversary. He was so kind and thoughtful in the video message ❤️. He has twins and we have twins. Nice connection. 😊
@@judynorton2598 yes that’s right. Lol. He was just so kind in his video to me. I always wanted to let him know how much I loved it. But didn’t know how to. It was 3 years ago. 🙂
@@judynorton2598 Ok but there should be a part 4, 5 and 6. You two together are just that good. I guess the showbiz saying 'always leave em wanting more' applies here. Thanks
@@judynorton2598 It really did shine through, I watched Three's Company as a kid, it was a silly show but John's ways were just so funny, a natural comedian.
Oh yes please Judy. Please post those gag reels. I'm sure here on this channel it should be alright. Thank you for bringing in Richard Thomas. Awesome interview. Your a very good actress and interviewer.
I saw some of the gag reels put out by someone on UTUBE. I don't remember who. 1. John Boy asking JW ---------about Mary Ellen. I'll let you fill in the blank. 2. There was one with Will Geer walking naked into a sauna (I think that is what it was). 3. The family listening to the radio together and news of an impending weather event leading Olivia Walton stating "It's a good thing we're baptists" and something to the effect of that meaning they were going to be spared. Like Michael Learned doing a satire on Ma Walton instead of being in character of playing her. None of the above seemed appropriate with the image of the show. The description stated that these were clips from the past shows. I thought I was going nuts. Glad Richard Thomas clarified that there were gag reels created. Now I know where these came from.
This is another great segment with Richard Thomas, but it also makes us realize how the actors were perfectly cast to play their characters to perfection and will always be remembered for The Waltons. The final scene between Richard Thomas and John Ritter with the book burning was so intense and so moving a person would have to have a tissue on hand to wipe the tears. A very great interview Judy....thank you!
The episode where the dad goes to the city to work is one of the most memorable episodes. Ralph Waite was excellent in that and I definitely related to his sentiments. I think back on it often and have since got out of office work. Office politics haven't changed.
Would love to have been a fly on the wall for those bloopers. Must have been so hilarious. I wish maybe one of these appropriate cable channels not a regular network channel could do some blooper shows not normally on regular TV. The Walton's could be called The Walton's After Dark. 😂😂😂 I would love to see.
Judy, these videos with Richard Thomas have been so entertaining ❤I love them so much and it’s so cool to see you two discuss the past on the Waltons! Thank you and I can’t wait for the next part!
Still love Richard after all these years. It's so wonderful to see him again. He still has the same down to earth persona which endeared him to all of us as John Boy all those years ago!
Hi Judy! Next to you, Richard is a very perfect and wonderful actor. I'm so glad you could get him on your Ask Judy segments! I am heart warmed by his years on the show and his other roles. I hope you can get him on again! :)
Thank you, Judy! What a wonderful conversation you had with Richard. I haven’t yet seen the first interview. I wanted to say that I was sad to miss his performance as Atticus Finch in “To Kill A Mockingbird” at the Andrew Jackson Theatre in Nashville TN. I could easily see him in that role, and doing it well!
Hi Judy. I love hearing about how much of a family the Waltons cast really were. This is totally against my personality, however I'm going to take a walk on the wild side and request a peek at those archives 😆 🤣 😂. "You only live once." Right? Another great segment. Thanks Judy.
Thank you both for sharing and reminiscing. You two should do a play together! To Kill a Mockingbird has always been a favorite of mine and wish I was in the area because I would have definitely saw it. Great, great interview!
Oh my what a delightful chat…Judy you have added something very special to my life each week but this interview with Richard was especially wonderful. Thank you so very much. I don’t think you know how special your channel is to so many of us. 😊💕💕💕
You guys, all of the cast of The Waltons, created a timeless classic that will still be watched and talked about long after we are all gone. As a viewer, and a fan, of the The Waltons, I feel so blessed to have been there from the very beginning with The Homecoming and continuing through to the final episode. I grew up with The Waltons; my son grew up with The Waltons; and I have a baby granddaughter and a new grandson on the way that will also undoubtedly grow up The Waltons. Such a legacy and a true gift to the world. The world needs more Waltons.
Richard Thomas is such a humble, likable and personable man. Such a fascinating human being!! I love the poignant scenes between John Boy and Mary Ellen, such as The Minstrel when Mary Ellen ran away and John Boy went to find her; The Awakening, when John Boy gave the beautiful yellow roses to Mary Ellen when she was upset on Grandma’s birthday, and in The Nurse, when John Boy helped tutor Mary Ellen in chemistry and biology when she was crying because she couldn’t do her nursing exam. He was such a good brother to her, and all the children, a great big brother who would always help and be there to give advice and support. I always wished I had a big brother ❤️
I really enjoy your shows, and this one was one of my favorites! Hearing you and Richard reminiscing about the show makes me want to watch a Waltons marathon. Truth be told, all your shows make me want to watch a Waltons marathon! Thanks for keeping one of the best family shows alive your insights are fantastic!
Hi Judy! Omg I’m loving this interview so much ❤ and there’s gonna be more- a part 3?! Ahhh I can’t wait :) I’m so happy to learn many new things from Richard it’s so cool and interesting and I’m so excited to hear more. Thank you Judy and Richard and I hope you have an amazing day! ❤ Love, Jamie ~ huge Waltons fan ✨
I loved Johnboy and John Ritter had did excellent acting portraying Thier roles.I enjoyed the episode with John Ritter getting carried away with studying to be a preacher staying with the Waltons.Thankyou Judy for these behind the scenes.
I just sat back and listened to two old friends conversing. I felt like part of the conversation even though I wasn't really! Great insights! thank you.
Thanks Judy..again...Working with John Ritter sounds so amazing and fun. I could listen to you and Richard Thomas talk for hours..You had so many great and talented guest stars on the show . 🎭
I'd like to share this story about Richard. In September 1982, I was injured in a motorcycle accident breaking my neck. I was admitted to the VA Hospital in West Roxbury, Mass spending the next 3 months in traction. In October of 82', Richard came to that hospital to visit a friend of his, who was also a quadriplegic. I believe his friend was associated with the circus - I can't recall his name but I do remember he looked like the singer Paul Simon. Anyway, my sister had ran into Richard in the hallway and told me about the encounter. She asked if she should go find him and see if he could stop in for moment. My 2 aunts were in the room and hoped to meet Richard, so my sister and cousin both went to find him. I was absolutely shocked when they returned with Richard in tow. My two aunts were all over him - kissing, hugging, and complimenting him on his newborn triplets. Richard then came to my bedside, introduced himself, and enquired about my situation. He couldn't have been more kind, compassionate, and encouraging in his words. I then asked for his autograph and he obliged - signing my guest book.
Three days later, I started moving my toes and, within a week, had traces of muscle movement throughout my paralyzed body. Nine months later I walked out of that hospital under my own power. The doctors were so astounded at my recovery that it made the Medical Journal, and they even used the word "miracle" to describe it.
I just wanted to make it known that Richard came to my room out of concern and love for a fellow human being. There were no cameras, no reporters, no publicists, no Make-a-Wish, and no pats on the back. Just one person offering hope to another person in need of that hope. The power of celebrity is an amazing thing and I can personally attest to its healing effects.
God bless you, Richard, and thank you for coming to my bedside 40 years ago.
What a wonderful story. Sounds exactly like Richard.
@@judynorton2598 Richard had that side, and another side of tantrum's and spoiled on the movie sets. , all people have two sides. Yes, I love Richard as well, but he hated being called John Boy.
Wow that's the best thing iv heard today. Amazing. The power of celebrity!
What a great, heartfelt story! Thanks for sharing it.
Great story so glad you recovered! God Bless
The incomparable way Richard played John Boy always made me wish that I knew John Boy in real life. He is the son, brother, friend, lover I believe many of us would love to have had. He seemed to just make the world a better place to live in. He was the underdog I always rooted for, he was the humble hero I admired. I am so happy to see Richard continue his illustrious career. ❤❤❤
Such a lovely way to word this and I so agree. When I was younger I used to pretend that John Boy was my real big brother because I always wanted one 💙
I agree totally. That was beautifully worded.. And its true. I had such a crush on him, that I used to wish I was in Marcia Woolerys place and be his girlfriend....lol...And Judy, I absolutely love your videos...They are the best...
Well said! I agree wholeheartedly! ❤️
I felt and feel exactly this way about John Boy and Richard Thomas. He was such a quiet, settled, and positive presence. I don't know how he got to be so muture at such a young age. I admire John Boy and Richard Thomas immensely. He helped me prepare for my adulthood in ways I never realized until I was out on my own. I had a "John Boy" persona I used when I had to deal with stressful times (kind of a WWJBD thing). Staying calm like John Boy helped me settle myself in all kinds of new "adult" situations. I owe Richard Thomas and Earl Hamner a lot of credit for helping me become a responsible young adult. The Waltons was packed with positive messages and they really helped me grow up to feel positive in general, and to help people when I could. Judy and Mary Ellen were super positive and strong influences, as well. Thank you all for the positive influences you have had on my life Peace.
Yes so true ❤ He was my first crush at 4 yrs old and my first kiss lol I went in front of the tv screen and gave him a big kiss…Everyone would ask me who do you like and I would say John Boy
I watched the Easter story as always I cried
Richard Thomas deserved an Emmy for every year he was on the show. A remarkable performance.
Richard is awesome down to earth guy love humble and down to earth people Richard is one of them
I would pay really good money to see those blooper reals! 😂
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I had the privilege to meet Richard Thomas in a Barnes and Noble bookstore in San Diego in the middle 90s. He was so humble and so nice I remember! He just happened to be standing in the aisle looking for a book and I just happened to see him. He said he was there for filming some movie in San Diego. Thank you, Judy, for this interview!
So glad you enjoyed it.
Wow!!! That is so cool!!! Would have loved to have met him in person!! I lived in Southern California in the 90’s. That’s awesome that you met him!!!❤️
@@angelaohara5244 it really was! I remember feeling so giddy when I was talking with him! He was a lot smaller built too than I thought he was. He seemed bigger on screen. It was such a pleasure!!
@@debjoysings I know, stars always look smaller in real life, part of it is that the camera puts on weight.
I had Richard’s niece in my 4th grade class. I didn’t believe her until she told me she got lost in his house and brought me a signed picture. Love you, Richard.
Cool :)
Do you mean you were in the same class with his neice?
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I was her teacher.
Judy, seeing you and Richard together, discussing your time on The Waltons, was so enjoyable. Thank you evermore. ❤
Our pleasure.
Loved Richard and Judy on the Waltons!
Thank you.
Saw Richard in Toronto twice in Twelve Angry Men. A great actor.
Saw him in Chicago pd a few years ago and he was great
So glad. He was great in that show.
You both have aged very well
Thank you.
Yes! They look so young
Oh, Judy, now you HAVE to find those gag reels and bring them to your channel! 🤣🤣🤣
I have a feeling they aren’t as funny now as we thought they were at the time… likely a lot of “you had to be there”. lol
You two are just like a sister and brother talking sharing memories. So fun to listen Judy!
Yes I so agree!!
We really are ❤️
Thank you, Judy!! We love you because you are awesome!! 👍💕❤🌹🌷
Thank you so much.
I could listen to both you, and Richard speak for hours. You're both so eloquent.
So happy to hear that.
I am liking the episode with the actors.😊😊
Thank You! Love The Walton"s!❤️
Thanks for watching.
How amazing a TV show decades ago still is relevant in 2023. go figure! will geer holds a special place in my heart as a fellow gardener.
Richard cracked me up with “Grandma going down to the cellar to light a joint”…hysterical! I would love to see those archives but have to admit it might taint my idealistic view of The Waltons, but hey it’s fun to know you were all human, good, naughty and just plain fun.
This was a great second interview and loved hearing Richard remember so much of his time on the Waltons as one of the backbones of the main show. Will be looking for more shows and films has been in. Would love to see his current play.
Reminds me of Granny on the Beverly Hillbillies when asked how to smoke crawdads, "First I need a little pot."
So glad you enjoyed this.
I would love to see the gag reel, especially the one of Grandma going down into the root cellar to smoke a joint. That would be hysterical.
If there's a way for someone to get their hands on them, it could also be a great fundraising opportunity for the Waltons Museum in Schuyler, VA.
Regardless of how much they were cutups behind the scenes, the important thing is that Mr. Thomas and the late Mr. Ritter ALWAYS delivered first rate performances on camera for this show! Thanks for sharing this!
Absolutely.
It's great to see and hear Richard!
Here again for more Judy interview with Richard Thomas. What an absolute gentleman and humble spirit this man is. God bless him always and you too dear Judy. Love you both! ❤🙏🏼
Thanks for joining us.
@@judynorton2598 always!
Nice to hear the human side of filming a program like the Walton's. Thanks for the look 👍
Our pleasure!
What a blessing to be able to have the relationships you have with your TV family. You are indeed a family. Thank you Judy for making us a part of the family as well. This segment with Richard was indeed, very special.
So glad you enjoyed it.
If the Broadway production of To Kill A Mockingbird with Richard Thomas comes to a theater near you GO! It just so happens this past week it was in Appleton Wisconsin, and I saw it. Richard Thomas and all the cast were amazing. The audience was so quiet hanging on every word and character. And to have this series of interviews at the same time that Mr. Thomas was in town is great.
At the end of the show at curtain call did anyone yell out "Goodnight John Boy"? I am going to try to get up to Baltimore for one of the shows but not sure if I will be able to or not and I believe that is the only close place left near me and its still a few hours away.
It really is worth seeing ;)
Thank you so much for this conversation with Richard Thomas. I watched the series when it began and I would recopy my English composition on Thursday night to turn in on Friday. I would do this as John-Boy would be writing in his journal. While I am not a writer today, I have written little stories about my family because my daughter said she wanted them. In the episode "The Literary Man" he told John-Boy to write the little stories because the sum of them could be the big story. So, I am doing that. I challenge everyone to write down their memories of parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Write about special occasions and ordinary days; they are all important because someone will want to have them after you're gone. So, that's your homework, Judy and Richard! Start today
So glad you have enjoyed the show so much.
Great interview, Judy and Richard.
Thank you.
I liked his description of being a director on the Waltons and having the advantage of already knowing the actors and crew. That had to be a great experience, especially for the first time.
It helps so much.
Hi Judy & Richard! Just watching 'The Deed.' I had to do some arithmetic when Mary Ellen said she was 13 years old when this episode aired in 1973 😁 Love the ending when Ralph Waite comes to John Boy's rescue and they get into a bar fight 🍻
Thanks for watching this.
The two of you look great and have so much vitality and verve! It's so much fun to see that combined with your years of experience and wisdom gained -- and how you both can temper that with humor. Your chemistry is even better than it was back on the Waltons! Enjoying this conversation immensely.
Family is forever :)
Richard Thomas looks fantastic for his age! One can tell he has never had drug/alcohol issues like many celebs (and if he did he corrected it early on).💖
He’s aged so well.
He looks okay.
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better than okay
I really liked how he just embraced you all and truly made a family. He is a down to earth guy it appears.
Absolutely - we are family.
OMG, Grandma in the root cellar lighting up a joint. That gag would have been hilarious to see.
❤❤❤❤ love the the Walton’s and the actors that played the characters!
Thank you.
Your interviews with Richard are so personable, knowing each other so well ,it’s so relaxed and easy. Thanks for these conversations .
Our pleasure.
Just Awesome
What a treasure it is having Richard and Judy revealing all the things that were going on while they were working on the episodes. Don’t they both look and sound terrific? 😇
Thank you :)
@@judynorton2598 always enjoy seeing you on Monday and Thursday’s
I would love to see that video of Grandma sneaking into the basement to smoke a joint. That would be hilarious to see. Thank you so much for allowing us to see Richard/John Boy again. Thanks Richard. This inteview with Richard was great, you guy's are so at ease speaking with each other you can tell you've known each other for a long time.....
Thanks for joining us.
Excellent again Judy !
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I just watched Richard in the Americans. He was really good
i love when john boy and grandpa waltons mooning the camera and him and sissy spacek in the bloopers reel
Some funny moments.
Good, good! I could listen forever! Judy, thanks so much for producing your wonderful videos! Richard, you are so generous with your time and stories and laughter! I'm running out of comments!! I just am enjoying watching and listening! Much love to Walton's everywhere ( that includes everyone with the show and all of us fans ~ we're Walton's of the heart) ☺️❤️🙏🕊️
PS ~ Richard ~ I wanted to share my appreciation for some of the "villain" roles you played in movies: a couple of stalkers, the one who poisoned his wife, Down, Out, and Dangerous ~ really scary! I loved your romance with Julie Kavner; you were both spot on and spectacular. I loved the blind fellow you portrayed and The Hank Williams Jr story ~ absolutely outstanding. The evangelical movie with Lloyd Bridges and "Audrey" from Little Shop ~ what a very different story ~ You can portray anyone! I loved The Christmas Box too! Of course, John Walton, Jr is just everyone's friend! 🧡✨🎭
So glad you enjoyed this.
Awesome to see you and John boy y'all must have discovered the fountain of youth on Walton's mountain I saw him on a show when he was just a little kid
Thank you so much.
I was born in 66. Old enough to remember watching in prime time cuz my parents loved it. Then catching up in my teens and 20's in syndication. Caught hell from friends for watching the Waltons. Lol. I just couldn't stop watching. How does a show like that capture a child of the 70's who is enthralled with the music of the time, Led Zeppelin, black sabbath and the like. I was absolutely committed to the party scene. But yet, if the Waltons were on, I was watching! I'm so grateful to you for the sacrifice y'all made as kids ,to put this show out there. Now I'm Old enough to start re-watching and still feel the same enthusiasm for it as I did back then. THANK YOU!
I love that!
Thank you! I really enjoyed both segments of this interview.
Happy to hear that.
Yippie part 2...Richard...thank you for doing this interview with your TV big sister...I so enjoyed the two of you on the show as well as all the others...The Waltons are a classic...if any of you have not seen the show...please do so...I promise you WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED..thank you Judy for another great episode...hugs from Southern California...🫂❤️🙏
Thanks so much.
Thank you Judy - you bring back many wonderful memories with ‚Behind the scenes‘ and your interviews! Also thanks to Thomas for being your guest.❤
Thanks for joining us.
So glad to hear thee will be more with Richard! Thank you Judy and Richard for sharing these memories.
One more part to come next.
What can you say about richard he will always be john boy to me he was my biggest crush when he can on the screen he became everything he would draw you to the show hes truly in a class act by himself ❤
He really is very special.
Judy i agree, would blow our minds about the gag reels 😂
Probably better to be left to the imagination :)
@@judynorton2598 i so agree
Well done interview Judy! Thank you Judy and Richard!
Our pleasure.
LOLLLL LOVED the beginning talking about him a john Ritter and this whole second part as well!! WELL DONE hope there will be more! Judy thanks so much, you and Richard with patience and admiration for each other are simply AMAZING and down to earth REAL! Richard thank you again for all this, so hope to meet you both one day and hang out.
Glad you enjoyed it. Yes - Part 3 coming next.
@@judynorton2598 oh TERRIFIC! Looking forward to it Thank you!
I love listening to Richard talk. My dream is to meet him, he seems so great. Thank you both again so much for doing this. I love your videos so much Judy ❤️ will there be a part 3 to this interview??
Happy to hear that. Yes - one more segment to come.
What are you going to do to try and meet him?
One of my favourite John Ritter moments is on "The Sinner", when he arrives into town and rehearses his preaching by shouting REPENT YE SINNERS! He looked more like a comedian than a preacher at that point.
He was great at drama and comedy.
Great segment Judy & Richard. It’s always a pleasure to hear these wonderful stories. Thank you both. 👍🏻👍🏻
Our pleasure.
it was good to see Richard again, keep the clips coming
Thanks for joining us.
One of my favorite movies of all time was The Homecoming, the first introduction to the Walton's. When the TV series started I was hooked from the very first moment. I always wanted a big family and brothers and sisters, with grandparents. My own family was not like most families sadly. So watching the Walton's helped me escape into a family vicariously. It's fun hearing Richard and Judy chat after all this time.
Glad you enjoyed our visit.
Gosh, I know the kitchen and food scenes were notoriously difficult to shoot but they really are my favourite scenes in the entire series as they accomplish a real sense of the family coming together united and connecting with each other. So much happened during these scenes with so many emotions relating to a whole range of different revelations, drama, problems and resolutions and sometimes comedy. Thank you Judy for part 2 of Richard's meeting with you, best wishes from your waltonian superfan in a cool England😉
It really is a love/hate scenario for us… they were such amazing scenes and also important in each episode, but so grueling to shoot back to back to back…
This is so fun 😊 I love Richard's dancing eyebrows! Love to you both ❤️
Thank you.
Thank you, Judy and Richard!! I would love to see more of your outtakes on the show. There are only a few and all funny. You mentioned Ellen smoking a joint it was Richard in the outtakes telling Olivia, " Oh yeah, well, I'm going outside to smoke a joint." Too funny or when you hear an airplane flying that was in the Love story when John Boy meets Jenny, and they yelled cut. I so enjoy all your memories! Thank you so MUCH!! 🥰
I'd love to see outtakes as well it sounds so funny! 😂
Glad you enjoyed this.
I was 16 the year season 1 aired. Richard was my first serious crush. Always looked good walking away from the camera.
I understand. 🥰
This is great! My husband got me an personal message from Richard Thomas for our wedding anniversary. He was so kind and thoughtful in the video message ❤️. He has twins and we have twins. Nice connection. 😊
I'm a twin
Love it! 😊
My son did the same for me for Mother’s Day! I couldn’t believe it! It was so special!
That’s so cool. Richard actually has triplets :)
@@judynorton2598 yes that’s right. Lol. He was just so kind in his video to me. I always wanted to let him know how much I loved it. But didn’t know how to. It was 3 years ago. 🙂
Cant wait for parts 3 and 4. I could listen to you two all day...fun fun.
One more part to my chat with Richard.
@@judynorton2598 Ok but there should be a part 4, 5 and 6. You two together are just that good. I guess the showbiz saying 'always leave em wanting more' applies here. Thanks
That must have been fun to have John Ritter around, from the outside, seemed like a funny, genuine person. Funny that he played a preacher 🤣
He was wonderful. So talented and such a sweet, genuine person.
@@judynorton2598 It really did shine through, I watched Three's Company as a kid, it was a silly show but John's ways were just so funny, a natural comedian.
Oh yes please Judy. Please post those gag reels. I'm sure here on this channel it should be alright. Thank you for bringing in Richard Thomas. Awesome interview. Your a very good actress and interviewer.
I have no idea where the gag reels are.
I saw some of the gag reels put out by someone on UTUBE. I don't remember who.
1. John Boy asking JW ---------about Mary Ellen. I'll let you fill in the blank.
2. There was one with Will Geer walking naked into a sauna (I think that is what it was).
3. The family listening to the radio together and news of an impending weather event leading Olivia Walton stating "It's a good thing we're baptists" and something to the effect of that meaning they were going to be spared. Like Michael Learned doing a satire on Ma Walton instead of being in character of playing her.
None of the above seemed appropriate with the image of the show. The description stated that these were clips from the past shows. I thought I was going nuts.
Glad Richard Thomas clarified that there were gag reels created. Now I know where these came from.
Some bloopers are better left to the imagination :)
When the Walton's first aired my mom and Gram Earnest use to say,Oh Jr, you look like John-boy.
Cool.
This is another great segment with Richard Thomas, but it also makes us realize how the actors were perfectly cast to play their characters to perfection and will always be remembered for The Waltons. The final scene between Richard Thomas and John Ritter with the book burning was so intense and so moving a person would have to have a tissue on hand to wipe the tears. A very great interview Judy....thank you!
Glad you enjoyed this… yes - those scenes in The Fire Storm were amazing.
The episode where the dad goes to the city to work is one of the most memorable episodes. Ralph Waite was excellent in that and I definitely related to his sentiments. I think back on it often and have since got out of office work. Office politics haven't changed.
That’s so cool.
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More, more, more!!! This is so awesome!!! Loved this Ms. Norton and Mr. Thomas!
Thank you.
Excellent segment! Love it ❤️
So glad!
Would love to have been a fly on the wall for those bloopers. Must have been so hilarious. I wish maybe one of these appropriate cable channels not a regular network channel could do some blooper shows not normally on regular TV. The Walton's could be called The Walton's After Dark. 😂😂😂 I would love to see.
😳. lol
Judy, these videos with Richard Thomas have been so entertaining ❤I love them so much and it’s so cool to see you two discuss the past on the Waltons! Thank you and I can’t wait for the next part!
Glad you like them!
Still love Richard after all these years. It's so wonderful to see him again. He still has the same down to earth persona which endeared him to all of us as John Boy all those years ago!
He’s the best. :)
Thank you Judy (Mary Ellen) for all of your hard work and time 💛
My pleasure.
I really enjoyed both of these interviews! It was like I was visiting you two. ❤️
So glad.
Richard is the essence of the Waltons! Thank you Judy for having him on your TH-cam channel. One of the most fun and interesting interviews.
So glad you enjoyed it.
Hi Judy! Next to you, Richard is a very perfect and wonderful actor. I'm so glad you could get him on your Ask Judy segments! I am heart warmed by his years on the show and his other roles. I hope you can get him on again! :)
It was very special to have him come join me.
I am so glad too see you Richard!!!! I love the Waltons!!!! You all are the best!!!!
Please get those blooper reels 😂 I am so enjoying this interview. Richard is still as handsome as ever ❤
Agree on all points! 🙏🏼😄❤️
Richard, please don't taint my memory of Grandma Walton. 😆
Another great segment, Judy! I love listening to you two talk about your time on the show.
Thank you, Judy! What a wonderful conversation you had with Richard.
I haven’t yet seen the first interview.
I wanted to say that I was sad to miss his performance as Atticus Finch in “To Kill A Mockingbird” at the Andrew Jackson Theatre in Nashville TN. I could easily see him in that role, and doing it well!
Glad you enjoyed this.
Hi Judy. I love hearing about how much of a family the Waltons cast really were. This is totally against my personality, however I'm going to take a walk on the wild side and request a peek at those archives 😆 🤣 😂. "You only live once." Right? Another great segment. Thanks Judy.
No idea were those gag reels are…
@@judynorton2598 I'm sorry Judy. I wasn't really serious. Pardon my terrible humor.
@@feliciapillow5860 No problem :)
Thank you both for sharing and reminiscing. You two should do a play together! To Kill a Mockingbird has always been a favorite of mine and wish I was in the area because I would have definitely saw it. Great, great interview!
It was in my town (Appleton, Wisconsin) this week and I work at the theater this week. It is amazing.
@@wiguy3462 I'm not jealous at all ... okay I am. Would have loved to have been there!
Thanks for joining us.
Oh my what a delightful chat…Judy you have added something very special to my life each week but this interview with Richard was especially wonderful. Thank you so very much. I don’t think you know how special your channel is to so many of us. 😊💕💕💕
You are so welcome. Thank you.
You guys, all of the cast of The Waltons, created a timeless classic that will still be watched and talked about long after we are all gone. As a viewer, and a fan, of the The Waltons, I feel so blessed to have been there from the very beginning with The Homecoming and continuing through to the final episode. I grew up with The Waltons; my son grew up with The Waltons; and I have a baby granddaughter and a new grandson on the way that will also undoubtedly grow up The Waltons. Such a legacy and a true gift to the world. The world needs more Waltons.
How wonderful. Congratulations on your beautiful family.
These are such special memories. Looking forward to part 3. 💖
Happy to hear that.
@@judynorton2598 💝
Thank you Richard! 😄
Richard Thomas is such a humble, likable and personable man. Such a fascinating human being!! I love the poignant scenes between John Boy and Mary Ellen, such as The Minstrel when Mary Ellen ran away and John Boy went to find her; The Awakening, when John Boy gave the beautiful yellow roses to Mary Ellen when she was upset on Grandma’s birthday, and in The Nurse, when John Boy helped tutor Mary Ellen in chemistry and biology when she was crying because she couldn’t do her nursing exam. He was such a good brother to her, and all the children, a great big brother who would always help and be there to give advice and support. I always wished I had a big brother ❤️
Thank you so much. Those were such special scenes to get to play with Richard.
I really enjoy your shows, and this one was one of my favorites! Hearing you and Richard reminiscing about the show makes me want to watch a Waltons marathon. Truth be told, all your shows make me want to watch a Waltons marathon! Thanks for keeping one of the best family shows alive your insights are fantastic!
Our pleasure.
Hi Judy! Omg I’m loving this interview so much ❤ and there’s gonna be more- a part 3?! Ahhh I can’t wait :) I’m so happy to learn many new things from Richard it’s so cool and interesting and I’m so excited to hear more. Thank you Judy and Richard and I hope you have an amazing day! ❤
Love,
Jamie ~ huge Waltons fan ✨
Thank you. Yes - a Part 3 - to come.
I loved Johnboy and John Ritter had did excellent acting portraying Thier roles.I enjoyed the episode with John Ritter getting carried away with studying to be a preacher staying with the Waltons.Thankyou Judy for these behind the scenes.
John Ritter was such a treat to work with.
I agree.He also is handsome.
I'm behind on catching Behind the scenes. Catching up. Love these interviews
Thanks so much for watching. So glad you are enjoying these.
THANKS for the memories. I loved all the charactors on your show! I wish the world was really like that!💖
Our pleasure. Thanks for watching.
I just sat back and listened to two old friends conversing. I felt like part of the conversation even though I wasn't really! Great insights! thank you.
Glad you enjoyed our chat.
Really enjoyed the interview. Great job Judy.
Thanks so much!
Thanks Judy..again...Working with John Ritter sounds so amazing and fun. I could listen to you and Richard Thomas talk for hours..You had so many great and talented guest stars on the show . 🎭
Thanks so much for watching.
Great Interviews with RT. As others have already noted, You DO make the interview relaxed, comfortable, conversational. Looking forward to Part 3.
Thank you so much.