PART 4 - Kami Cotler (Elizabeth Walton) Reacts to The Waltons "The Foundling" Season 1 Episode 1

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Kami Cotler, who played Elizabeth on The Waltons, sits at home and reminisces about the first Waltons episode aired.
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[@judynorton2598]

What fun to look back on this episode through Kami's eyes. Interesting how we recall different aspects of our time filming... but I do remember learning the basic alphabet for sign language and practicing together around the set.

[@duanebarbic3786]

Having both perspectives is a real treat !❤😊

[@cacatr4495]

This aired in September 1972, right? I had just begun 7th grade, and this was when I began taking classes to learn American Sign Language at the Easter Seals Society. I had deaf friends that I wanted to be able to talk with, so I don't remember if this episode had any influence on my desire to learn sign language. I would go on, over the next three years, to learn Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced sign language through evening classes and with much practice. While I don't know if it influenced me that way, it's amazing how much television can influence viewers, in any number of ways. Rather than technical remembrances, what I'd really like to know, if either of you, or both, would like to make a video on this subject, is how being "in the Walton family," and under the influence of the vibes, values and relationships in that context, impacted your childhood development and who you would become over time. Now with age and hindsight, it may be easier for you to see how it altered your interior trajectory, your values, the choices you've made, the person you chose to become. To some, work is just work, and they let it fall away like water off a duck's back, while to others, life experiences have a genuine impact. This is a story I'd like to hear. It had meaning and value to your viewers, and still does, so it's natural to want to know how it has impacted you, not the fame of it, not the paychecks, not the technicalities of acting or the Industry, but the personal experience of growing up in that environment, albeit it was a fictionalized recollection, TV series and job. You both spent 8 years of your lives in that value-setting, so how has it affected you for the long haul? Thanks. 😊

[@bama1usaf]

Still the best family show on tv.

[@robinpankey2495]

Kami this is so interesting. I love to hear you talk. You have a very calming voice. I could listen to you talk all day. Thanks and God bless.

[@milobarbin6927]

Even though Kami is now an adult. I just can't help but to see little Elizabeth on the Waltons when I look at her. She's so sweet.

[@mdonahue4683]

For starting so young on The Waltons, Kami, your recollections are impressive, as well as your knowledge of the details of the show. Look forward to your vids.

[@sara35ish]

I am so enjoying these behind the scenes recollections. The Waltons was such a special show. It is fun to hear the inside scoop.

[@joesinkovits6591]

Wow, Kami! It’s amazing that you were able to so quickly learn how to finger-spell at such a young age, and it’s even more amazing that you’re still so good at it! I’m impressed!

[@Swampzoid]

I loved the aerial shot of the set. Thank you for sharing

[@lynnesmith1959]

My grandma told me that children during the depression didn't wear shoes in the summer, for maybe they had outgrown them and every year in the fall they got new shoes.

[@rickbelleville9136]

Heck as a kid in the late 60s/early 70s I was always shoeless and shirtless in summer. I think I was part animal.

[@irishstock2108]

@@rickbelleville9136 , same here. lol

[@sheriheffner2098]

@@rickbelleville9136 I was shoeless in the summer too. I would get stone bruises sometimes or a bee sting, but I was just a kid and really didn't care. Now I refuse to go shoeless. Anytime except when I bathe or go to bed. I wear socks to bed.

[@Demetri450]

Remember we are the children of our parents, so we take on and are raised the same way they were. My mom was from a rural area but moved to an urban area after marriage and I remember us going barefoot a lot even though we had shoes.

[@gabbiesmeemee]

@@sheriheffner2098 oh how I hated getting a stone bruise. Couldn't all for days

[@dantejaiudijr2610]

What an opportunity you guys had. Going to work everyday working with true professionals. The Walton's was and still is a landmark show. Thank you sharing your insight and experiences. Top shelf show... 🧐🌹👍

[@kelleebolden7936]

Like the series, these behind the scene chats by you and Judy Norton, are priceless. Thank you!

[@davidmoreaux6187]

Thank you Kami. I actually was lucky enough to visit the set one time. My next door neighbor was one of the film editors. His name was Dennis Mosher. He was the son of Bill Mosher. The day I went you were filming The Bicycle episode. It was so much fun to see what goes in to filming and so many people working on the set. The filming was outside of Ike Godseys store. John Boy and Jason drive up in in the truck. This guy runs up to the other side of the truck and plugs in a microphone inside the truck. Off camera, of course. I actually saw you, Mary, and Judy by the side of a building. Mary came past me and said Hi. It was great to see all of you. What a great time. I got to sit on the front porch at the house. I remember the Kung Fu sets were there as well, short distance away. It is a day I will never forget... Love watching these videos... Peace!

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

What a great opportunity for you as a kid! Did you go into anything to do with TV/movies?

[@davidmoreaux6187]

@@Elizabeth-rq1vi I did not. I went into the computer field. Worked at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, Ca. Not in film production though. I was a computer operator.

[@conniesuehunterhunter6447]

Oh wow, how precious is this!!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@fmfetish]

I have seen elsewhere where Judy Norton comments about being barefoot the first season, and how she was okay with it since she was used to walking around barefoot a lot. Your comment here about not being used to being barefoot and how you describe yourself as a "tender footed city girl" is eloquent. I think it makes sense that having the kids barefoot on a construction site where nails and screws and who knows what all was scattered about was a bad idea - and Judy says that one of you actually got hurt and had to get a tetanus shot (she doesn't remember who). But - I was an early first-run fan - having the kids portray 1930s Appalachian kids accurately - barefoot all the time except for church - sure was charming. Even in the 60s and 70s in Southern California, it was pretty much the same, barefoot all the time except for school and church. But I agree that the risk was too great. Thanks for sharing your memories!

[@WaiferThyme]

I am so enjoying these videos along with Judy's!

[@Jeff98177]

One dislike... hmmm... that person must have missed their mark! Love this video, Kami!

[@marilynbattle2299]

I love the show. I still watch the reruns over and over!

[@willtherocker2373]

I’ve been a fan of the Waltons all my life every day I always call my dad his name is John I say good night John boy.

[@nospamplease3111]

My favorite thing about these videos is watching You watch Them. Almost every time you're watching you seem to loose yourself for a moment and uncontrollably grin, just as I do when watching either these clips or a show in its entirety. Thanks for taking the time to make them; although, I would imagine it is a labor of love.

[@nenaatheist8688]

This is so interesting. I love these details

[@TruthOrDare1013]

You're awesome, Kami! Thanks for taking the time to do these videos! ❤

[@lucillelaurenzi4951]

I loved when Holly showed John Walton where you were hidden.

[@elizabethg.1963]

I thoroughly enjoy listening to your memories about the show! I have watched your show since I was 9 years old and have continue to rewatch all the episodes countless times. It's a comfort to watch them and I hope to be able to see y'all in person at an event in the future. Thank you for sharing. 🥰🤟🏻

[@robohead521]

I love watching these. Thanks for taking the time to make them.

[@lucillelaurenzi4951]

I loved when John boy reached out to Holly.

[@kristinalallen7168]

The whole barefoot thing drove me nuts. I was born in 63, we had a pool in our backyard, and a paved driveway and street. We lived in a very woodsy area, so there were MILES of woods behind our house and at the end of our dead-end street. I don't know about rural Appalachia in the 30's, but there was NO way we could walk into the woods areas in bare feet. Too many sticks and such that would hurt our feet. Even running around on the lawn and driveway wasn't so easy. We had a rocky back yard all around the inground pool, and we tip-toed. I'm talking early 70's. I do not remember much before we got our pool in 71 or 72.

[@MrBcfeagin]

I’m so glad I accidentally stumbled upon this channel. My wife will be thrilled. Every day I come home and she’s watching The Waltons.

[@elterrifico9522]

‘Acting up a storm’. 🤣🤣🤣. Pure Gold!

[@nitashadow2860]

Can't wait to hear all the Goody's that you will tell us

[@m.e.d.7997]

she is so interesting and informative!

[@linda_smilesrfree2744]

@@m.e.d.7997 It's true. Her attention to detail is amazing. I wouldn't expect anything less from Kami or Elizabeth. You almost feel that Kami was born to play the part of Elizabeth Walton.

[@darkvader7231]

Along with Judy's insights into the waltons, between the two channels, I feel like I was part of the whole thing, thanks for sharing the info!!

[@susantolley2919]

You were precious then and you're precious now! You'll never know how much these behind the scenes commentaries mean to those of us who grew up watching The Waltons. Thank you and your daughter for the time and dedication you put in to these!

[@angief516]

Love The Waltons and learning all the behind the scene secrets. Thank you for sharing.

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

FABULOUS presentation!! Thank you Kami for sharing this for the entire world to see, it's marvelous entertainment (especially for people of a certain age, such as myself, who remember all the 1st run episodes LOL!) !

[@matthewlunnon4456]

I watched The Foundling last week; the first Waltons episode I've seen in 37 years. Your videos hae been so informative, thank you. I've been trying to find Walton's Mountain behind the studios on Google Maps ever since!

[@petercullen6113]

"You might notice she's really a tender-footed city girl" I love your sense of humor, Ms. Cotler!

[@ronalds.reamssr.1805]

I still live in Virginia and five of us kids never wore shoes in the summer. My feet are still Tuff after all these years. Thanks for sharing these memories Kami and enjoy every one of them!

[@robinsdog1]

I was an only child of a widowed mother and felt lonely a lot. But in my mind I became a Walton and loved every second of each episode. I felt it was real. This Foundling episode is one of my favorites. You were adorable. Love your behind the scenes info.

[@sheriheffner2098]

Believe me, you are lucky to be an only child. I have a younger sister who was petted and spoiled and she got into drugs, alcohol and got herself pregnant as a teenager. She's bipolar and treats everyone, including her own children like crap. She's miserable and wants everyone to be as miserable as she is.

[@m.e.d.7997]

@@sheriheffner2098 I guess you cannot miss what you never had. But lots of times siblings are not close.

[@jerrycoleman2610]

Kami, I really enjoyed watching and hearing your remembrances, thanks for sharing your insights.!.!.!.

[@michaellaughlin8457]

cant get over how much John Walton sr looks like my own father rip to both of them 👍

[@danieljohnson9351]

I have the first season of the Walton's on DVD. You make me want to watch it again. Thanks for doing this.

[@dianereed3456]

Thank you and have a Merry Christmas!

[@tomgrant3893]

Did I miss a few, I've seen part 1 & now 2, u remind me of Judy, so fun to watch and I can chuckle when I see an episode of what might be happening that I'm not supposed to know about. adds fun to watching the episode. Thank you.

[@kami-cotler]

There are 4 so far and they are all on my youtube channel

[@tomgrant3893]

@@kami-cotler Thanks, I meant to say I missed the other 2 after the 1st, but my keyboard goofed me up. thanks for the info Kami.

[@Retroearthling]

so interesting. Love how you are looking for your mark. HAHAHA things we would never notice, but very interesting when you point it out.

[@susiearviso3032]

My best friend was a set builder. He worked for Warner Brothers for decades. He used to go to the Walton's facade house during his lunch breaks and drank beer.

[@m.e.d.7997]

Great recollections from you Kami. You have a great memory. Knowledgeable and detailed.

[@nitashadow2860]

It's great seeing how you get to turn on an off emotions in the show ,I thinks it's great to know you all had a wonderful instructor

[@jjtsmom]

Thank you, Kami for sharing behind the scenes. I remember watching this episode as if it were ten minutes ago. This episode got me so interested in American Sign Language. Still learning it. I love hearing your thoughts and insights. You bring a unique perspective to the scenes so many of us cherish.

[@leswadley6792]

Really dig your stories of the show! I’m new to the Waltons so this is definitely very interesting!

[@otistravismax]

🍃 Thank you for taking the time to share these precious memories ✨ A show that truly has touched so many in a positive way ✨ These tid bits are lovely 🍃 Thank you again 🦋

[@emmadalrymple4102]

You'll always be the littlest Walton in my eyes, lol. I wanted to live with the Walton family. One of my favorite series from my youth...every Thursday at 8pm, you knew where I was, lol!

[@sheriheffner2098]

I can't believe 5 people didn't like this because I'm loving every one of these.

[@markgreen4091]

Great recollections Miss Kami. Many good memories watching The Waltons growing up. Even now. You and Miss Judy keep up the good work!

[@hollyavillella554]

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your memories of The Walton's! Elizabeth was/is adorable and you are too! It's wonderful you became a teacher. I was a teacher too! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Bless you! ☺️🌟🎄♥️🌟🎄🕊️

[@shyman99]

The sign language taught to me as a kid for a very short time stuck with me as well. Nowadays I can't remember where I placed my car keys most of the time.

[@jeffking291]

You are not alone ❗️ 📻🤣

[@kami-cotler]

I don't know where ANYTHING useful is, but I remember finger spelling..

[@jeffking291]

@@kami-cotler 😁

[@michaelmorgan9824]

I love your narration. Have Safe and wonderful Christmas. I really enjoy these Reminisces!!

[@lorraineb.4698]

Great recollection of details! So enjoying these.

[@padowado]

Tanx for a very interesting talk and video.. Stay safe......Keep well....Pat in Ireland

[@garycurry4600]

Thank you for sharing your memories with us. I loved watching The Waltons first run as a kid through my teenage years (I’m only a bit older than you) It’s great hearing the perspective of someone my own age from behind the scenes 💜. I look forward to many more episodes.

[@swimasfastasyoucan]

Im hanging out for more of these episodes..thanks Kami from kiwiland

[@jenniferklump1382]

Brings a whole new meaning to "on your mark ..." I love this video. Thanks Kami! And good to know why the Walton kids got to wear shoes eventually. Also no tetanus shots back then!

[@kathrynoneill5862]

I always loved Elizabeth such a cute. Thank you for sharing your memories.

[@lovemyfurrkids3462]

I was 4 when the Waltons aired in 1972

[@maryg.249]

Thank you. That was all so very interesting. I had no idea so much went into making a show/movie. I look forward to the next video. Take care, Mary

[@terrimckenzie7735]

I have watched since I was a kid in the seventies and still watch today great show love you all

[@paulbruno8327]

Always fascinating! Thanks for sharing Kami and be safe!

[@denisehilton3592]

Kami this is so amazeing i am enjoying all these parts of the foundling and how all these scenes were put together. thank you so much for shareing and explaining all thes episodes. i hope you will continue to share all the Episodes of the Waltons. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@1SeanBond]

Appreciate your efforts and quality content thanks!

[@pameladonnelson2093]

I love learning all these things from the Waltons. Thank you Kami😊

[@michaelkemp2696]

Thanks Kami, looking forward to your next vlog . Until then take care, stay safe and GOD bless. Have very marry Christmas and happy New Year.

[@kirkmorrison6131]

Back when you all started the show, I had started High School. I had learned some American Sign Language. I was very impressed with how quickly you were able to finger spell

[@AtyPical1313]

I have been enjoying memories of ones who were the "Waltons" TV show

[@TheGlassman63]

Loving these, so fascinating hearing what you say Kami. Can't wait for the next one. 🙂

[@m.e.d.7997]

She seems like a sharp cookie.

[@willtherocker2373]

Kami good morning from Temple Texas hope you’re doing wonderful have a wonderful blessed day and week🙏❤️

[@JimBerthiaume]

I grew up watching the series. We would wait for the show to start as all homework, showers had to be done first.. This channel makes new fans as my family watches the show on cable. Next episode "The Burn Out" should be fun. Thanks for sharing this!

[@VoodooCrab]

I love all of the details of the how's and why's behind the scenes, so much fun!

[@Wentrashane]

These technical tidbits are quite interesting. Thank you.

[@Demetri450]

It's interesting to see and hear the behind scenes of any show.

[@lucillelaurenzi4951]

Kami you were so cute by sharing your doll with Holly.

[@susanknarr7831]

Love watching the Waltons. Like may seem simple but it wasn't in many ways. I remember a episode where John Boy bought a washing machine! That was a luxury thing. I felt the sand when I was in my teens when my parents got a dishwasher! Since I've become a adult I never had a dishwasher! My kitchen will need a major remodeling to get one in. Maybe someday.

[@waynelougee9528]

Such an amazing kid actor! Nice work!

[@marywegrzyn506]

Hi!! From Michigan. I just love you so much. You still look cute as ever n you sound the same. Amazing. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for making these Videos like Judy Norton does. You both are so precious to me. Your smile is so wonderful. It is so wonderful getting to watch you grow up on the show. You all make my life a better one with you all in it. If I could meet you I would have to give you a big hug n thank you for all the beautiful memories. My friend recently sent me the entire Walton's set n it is my prized possession. I am so blessed to be the proud owner of the entire Walton TV series. You hair is still so pretty. I loved when you were little had had all that long beautiful hair. I have always had long brown hair. My Father's side of the family was originally from VA. n W.VA. as well so I've always had a strong connection with the Walton's. My Dad grew up in a town n his home was in the Hollars n he lived on a farm n everything. I always wished I could have near the Smokey Mountains. Way up high!!! And that's where the Walton's lived, up on Walton's Mountain. What a dream.

[@cheapcinemachannel4548]

Just watched "The Foundling" for the first time yesterday and it was great to find these cool videos. Thanks for posting!

[@maryeliz8799]

Really enjoyed this...more, please!

[@AmandaDuncanEditor]

I highly recommend the Warner Brothers studio tour to anyone visiting LA, it's very good, you get to see the town square and the Walton House which was later used as the Dragonfly Inn on GIimore Girls.

[@shawncirignano4876]

They do the marks for where you stand in stage productions too. I've liked your comments on Judy's videos. Merry Christmas I'll try to get 2 more of your videos.

[@joanngilbertson7423]

Thank you so much for sharing enjoy watching the waltons

[@MrStpendouslvforjo]

That was SO interesting! Thank you!

[@GeorgeCampbell1964]

Thankyou, Kami! Awesome share!

[@timdaugherty5921]

Beautiful

[@anniemacdonald3957]

When you were all standing so close together, how did you know which mark was yours?

[@kami-cotler]

Sometimes they'd write our names on them, or initials. Sometimes they used different colored tape, I think. Sometimes you just learned which was yours based on its relationship to the other marks...

[@anniemacdonald3957]

@@kami-cotler Thank you. So interesting. Love your videos

[@Smartychase]

@@anniemacdonald3957 not fair I'm jealous

[@josephwilliams710]

@@kami-cotler hi I sooooo love your acting I watch " The Walton's " like 247 on hallmark I was wondering Kami I seen that all the cast each year visit the Walton's house every year where everyone can meet ya'll I was wondering when will you and others visit the Virginia house again ?

[@vikkibyington3066]

Always loved the Waltons and really enjoyed this behind the scenes video. You are a lovely young lady.

[@DaleJMack1]

So fascinating.

[@jeffking291]

Great video. Anxiously waiting for the next one. 📻🙂

[@tonytherf-mb3dg]

These are fun to watch. Thank you Kami for sharing and explaining some of the behind scene tid bits. 😊

[@zyawotha]

such great insight. thankyou

[@shyman99]

I'm surprised they didn't redo that scene when either David missed his mark or they placed his mark in the wrong spot. You were an important part of that scene to be hidden..

[@rickbelleville9136]

Film stock and time spent shooting is expensive. With so many people in the scene some are just not as important and not the focus.

[@kami-cotler]

Rick in on target. I think with so many kids the odds that they'd get a perfect take were slim... As I got older, I learned to "feel" where the camera was and "cheat" my mark so I could be seen.

[@moemcgovern7345]

Thanks for sharing!

[@suewolfe3898]

Very fun to watch as you give neat info on the episode. I loved watching it back in the 70s and I love watching it now❣️

[@hollygroves4619]

I love these I love watching them

[@Lissa.]

If I’m not mistaken the doll was in another episode, John boy teaches the friend how to read, I’m sorry I can’t remember her name she wasn’t a regular. She nursed Erin when she had her tonsils taken out.💞

[@jmctigret]

Great insight! I grew up watching the Waltons.