The Waltons - Eric Scott - behind the scenes with Judy Norton

[@ralphsenensky8484]

Hi Judy: Eric had very strong roles in 2 of the shows I directed. You've already written about his making THE PONY CART with Beulah Bondi. I think his stronger role was in the first THE WALTONS I directed, THE CHICKEN THIEF. That was the one where Ben had submitted a poem to Liberty magazine and won first prize. The emotional relationship he had with John Boy, the "writer in the family" and his guilt for outshining his older brother was tender and heartwarming. And Eric was exceptional in his playing.

[@shirleyleone799]

@Ralph Senensky. Thank you Ralph for your contributions to the Waltons television series. I know there are many moving parts to putting television shows together. Your dedication to your craft is to be commended. Take care and thank you.

[@shirleyleone799]

Thanks Ralph!

[@candacekesting1786]

Can you make another Waltons ?? Miss shows like that so much !!

[@ralphsenensky8484]

@@candacekesting1786 Don't we all!

[@thomast8539]

Yep. The Chicken Thief episode is fantastic. Whenever I watch that scene where Ben finally speaks with John Boy about his winning submission, it still chokes me up. Just thinking about it makes me so proud of both of those characters and the bond they shared. John Boy just turns the whole thing around stating how proud he is of Ben and Ben slowly understands how wrong he had been about the whole affair. It is such a great moment between the two brothers.

[@snitzel1955skrm]

Eric's character, Ben, had a short fuse as well as a quick-fire honesty. He stood up for himself, for others and against his own father which was amazing to see in the episode "the Lie", which is one of my favorites (before Cindy). I am glad to read that he is doing well in his personal & professional life now. Thank you, Judy. These are fun clips to listen to...really appreciate it!

[@judynorton2598]

Yes... he has a really lovely family and life.

[@normanmcintosh396]

It must be a great feeling to be part of history. I think the Waltons will live on forever for future generations

[@jasminesea4112]

It sure will! I'm 13 and I share the waltons with my little cousins, the youngest of which is 5 😊❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much!

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful to hear.

[@dansmith6748]

The Waltons came along at just the right time for an 11 year old. Television was filled with police, detective and private eye shows along with various sit-coms. Along come 'The Waltons', complete change of pace. I knew nothing of the great depression, I never worried about where the next houe hold dollar or loaf of bread would come from. This was truly a historical lesson interwoven within great stories.

[@judynorton2598]

Absolutely.

[@ournewnormalnow8432]

I couldn't agree more!

[@600joe]

Ben was the best. He always kissed Grandma when he left her. For goodnight or leaving for school. A detail that was so sweet. He did it throughout the years. So real.

[@judynorton2598]

Great that you caught that.

[@charlessmith5321]

I liked the episode where Ben wanted to be the one to bring home the Turkey for Thanksgiving. His acting with grandpa was superb. I also liked his detective work in the episode where John was accused of stealing the rich ladies silver goblets. As to those Baldwin girls, what sheriff would arrest two sweet innocent ladies who didn't even know papa's recipe was illegal? It was all so innocent on their part. All of the characters were superb. I can understand how Cora Beth wanted to be a sophisticated society lady and she improvised by turning a corner of the store into a tea room. She also wanted to add nice merchandise to the store well beyond the reach of most of the residents. And the way she turned to alcohol when her dreams did not come true. I also liked the episode when her sister (or relative) of hers came to visit when she was out of town. Of course it was Ronnie Clair playing the part opposite of Cora Beths character. The acting was fantastic.

[@ImLisaMoore]

I loved Ben and Cindy and their story line. I look forward to hearing more about her and what she's doing now.

[@jennyhughes6597]

I have a red headed granddaughter. She is a spitfire!!! I liked the episode where Verdie's purse was stolen with her Christmas money in it to buy toys for the children and Ben finds it but the money was gone. He replaces it with his money. Great episode!!!!! Love your necklace!

[@danbasta3677]

Trivial facts here: Verdie and Harley, Lynn Hamilton and Hal Williams were both on Sanford And Son, Lynn Hamiltin also potrayed Donna, Fred's girlfriend and Hal Williams potrayed a cop on Sanford And Son.

[@judynorton2598]

Good to hear, Jenny.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks, for the info, Dan!

[@ccc56ccc]

Great actor Eric Scott! I enjoyed his character as Ben and thought he done a incredible job playing that character. I wish we could see another reunion show. It would be very nice to see everyone together again.

[@judynorton2598]

A reunion would be lovely for us all.

[@kathybowen708]

@@judynorton2598 Says Vinny , how can you have a reunion with half the cast gone ? Bring in look-alikes ? The Walton's ended it seems like a 100 years ago . Even The Brady Bunch won't try this .

[@fredjones9853]

@@kathybowen708 We KNOW that already, charming??? We would like to meet the Remaining Cast!! Grow up!!

[@annemarie3140]

There's something about Eric's character & persona that made him so lovable & interesting. He seems to have an endearing quality about him.

[@judynorton2598]

Yes he does!

[@lauracorbett4577]

@AnneMarie To me Eric Scott is so handsome

[@cynthialowery5521]

One of my favorite stories is when Ben take Nancy to see her mother in Charlottesville. Ben takes John Boy's car it gets in an accident. When John gets mad at Ben and picks him up by the scruff of the neck that was intense. Great work right there.

[@shirleyleone799]

That was a great episode!

[@lorraineb.4698]

Great episode! January 1975

[@JohnClifford4567jwc]

Ben learned in that episode that you did NOT want to get on John Walton Sr.'s bad side

[@danbasta3677]

And the accident wasn't at all Ben's fault. Some bozo decided to jump in the car and take off with it while Ben was eating ice cream and playing with wooden sticks. Trouble is, he left the keys to the car in the ignition, and also, strange, as I was thinking about this episode this very minute.

[@JohnClifford4567jwc]

@@danbasta3677 I wonder if it might have been common, in the 1930s, to leave the keys in the car; might have been rare for someone to steal it. But I do remember, in the 1970s, a public service ad where a man is upset that his car is stolen. Bystanders are sympathetic, until the man admits that he left the keys in the car and did not lock it. The victim moans "Pretty dumb", to which the crowd screams "Pretty dumb is right!! Always lock your car and take your keys!!"

[@marktkeend1897]

Judy yesterday I watched the Waltons and it was the one were John Ritter gets drunk with the Baldwin sisters and grandpa they get hammered. Well the look on your face when he starts in on you for saying damn it. The look on your face was perfect. I believe the name of that one was Sinner. (Great acting).

[@gregorylincoln4328]

The arrive back at the Walton house singing "when the roll is called up yonder" juiced out their gourds. 😁

[@davidshowmaker4408]

Watched that too

[@seanwhite2814]

I heard Richard Thomas and John Ritter were great friends and were cut ups on the set Miss Judy is that true?

[@danbasta3677]

Entitled The Sinner. Great episode!

[@seanwhite2814]

@@danbasta3677 They had some of The Recipe! What a Wonderful show The Waltons is! ❤

[@JohnClifford4567jwc]

Judy, I loved the segment in the "Grandma Returns" episode, when Ben decides to get back at Mary Ellen, for her telling Grandma that Ben was working at The Dew Drop Inn. And Mary Ellen was sure that she could thwart any attempts to prank her. When Ben placed Elizabeth's pig, J-Ben, in the baby carriage, with the baby bonnet on, it was hilarious to see the way Mary Ellen wanted to throttle Ben, for that. Great acting moment between you and Eric.

[@waltonsfan7257]

I love that scene!

[@JohnClifford4567jwc]

I admit that it was a pleasant surprise to see that Eric Scott also appeared on Bewitched, in 1971, a full year before the premier of The Waltons. I can only wonder how many Waltons fans there are who hadn't seen, or didn't remember, that particular episode, where he played a neighbor of Darrin and Samantha. Later on, Eric joined Ron Masak and Bernie Koppel at a Bewitched Fans gathering; he said that appearing on Bewitched was something that many young actors aspired to do. He admitted that he kept the remnants of the balloon prop that was used to send the message, to Samantha from Endora, "Not until I get an apology from Durwood". Little did Eric know that he would appear, again, with Dick Sargent, when Dick played the Navy Petty Officer in "The Outrage".

[@glennoconnor2980]

Eric Scott and Ron Masak, on Bewitched?! Wow! However, not unlike watching the original Perry Mason and seeing who's who on those episodes.

[@danbasta3677]

On another note, I truly believe I saw Jon Wamsley, Jason, as a very young boy in Gunsmoke, many moon ago before The Waltons came on tv.

[@rayswick4707]

Hi Judy. I liked the role Ben played in the show after he was older and became the heart of the family business. It was the icing on the cake when he married such s sweet woman.

[@purplej1436]

Ben was always the more business minded of the kids. He was always trying to run some sort of venture. Love the fact that when he came home with the surprise that was Cindy...the whole family was in shock ...but grandma reminded John than grampa although shocked like the rest would have welcomed her with welcome arms and no doubt one of his legendary bear hugs. But my favorite Ben and Cindy bond moment came during the episode titled the premonition...where cindy knew something had happened to ben when he became a P.O.W. As usual judy fantastic episode. 💖💖

[@danbasta3677]

I always like that episode to when he brought his bride home to meet the family. I especally loved Leslie Winston, Cindy there as I thought she made Ben a great wife, and they both had so much special kind of deep love and respect for each other there.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much.

[@judynorton2598]

Yes, they did.

[@tristanmason7405]

I miss the waltons!

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks, Tristan. You could try to catch the reruns.

[@tristanmason7405]

Oh we do, but I wish you all were still making episodes and things were like back then. Such an excellent program/series

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

Said it before, gonna say it again.. I LOVE IT when cast members of a hit show are friends in real life, brings it all together like we're all one big family! Thank you, Judy, for yet ANOTHER fabulous look behind the scenes, these are great vids and your work on them is VERY much appreciated by all the Walton Family fans!

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much for watching and sharing.

[@lindadeakin8676]

I loved when they brought back Richard Thomas for a few episodes i really missed him

[@janeiwasduncan8463]

Actually they brought him back for the movies: John-boy's wedding, the Thanksgiving/ JFK killing, etc. Thanks for the memories 🎈🎈

[@judynorton2598]

We all did.

[@judynorton2598]

Good memory!

[@pottersjournal]

Just found you. these are a treasure, thanks so much. So many outside the family we love too like Lynn Hamilton's, Verdi and Robert Donner's Yancy Tucker.

[@hikerx9366]

I loved Ben's performance in "The Easter Story" and how he tries so hard to do the right thing and please Olivia his mother while she's in bed with polio. Asking her what she thinks he would be good at as a future career. Thinking of her feelings about it before his own. As well in the episode "The Song" with Erin Moran Ben gets hurt over her falling for his older brother Jason after trying so hard to win her attentions before finding them kissing in the barn. Such relatable teenage drama for sure. I really felt bad for the guy when he stayed home from the barn dance. I can relate to so many story lines the show gave us over the years. Thanks for sharing Judy, as always another great look into a series/show we all love.

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure. Glad you are enjoying.

[@caregiverentrepreurreimagined]

Eric was awesome for role of Ben. I do think it’s interesting how he had that business mindset when he played this character and then continued to pursue that after he finished series.

[@patrashdigger]

Hey Judy Norton, you do a great job with this youtube series. I'm 55 and the Walton's were always a part of my life growing up

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you, Bob.

[@kyrilascully7828]

Each one of the "Walton boys" was special in their own way. John-boy was a writer, like me; Jason was a musician and I loved musicians as I also sing; Jim-Bob was the mechanic and fix-it guy, but also a budding entrepreneur, while Ben was more than just a loving son, husband and father. He had passion and zeal and sponteneity. Just a very special guy you wanted to have for a friend. And handsome and strong! A guy you wanted to have for a boyfriend. But as I was watching the show just now, (and I'm going off topic) I finally figured out who John Walton reminded me of. At first, I thought he reminded me of Robert Mitchum, but the more I thought about how he carried himself and reacted to things, I realized he reminded me more of Russell Crowe.

[@gabriellestable8945]

I love Eric Scott and Joe Conley really close friends !! They always getting along together all the time!! Thank you Judy for sharing !😊

[@johnharris7751]

Didn't you just love thier little song and dance number they did to help sell war bonds ?

[@gabriellestable8945]

@@johnharris7751 yes

[@davidcamp5023]

I grew up on the Waltons. I saw it when it first started and was glued to the TV every week. I love it. We watch the Homecoming every Christmas. Thank you for keeping the memory alive!

[@judynorton2598]

That's awesome! Thank you.

[@plkavezoo]

Judy, I can't thank you enough for sharing these memories and personal experiences working on The Waltons. With everything going on in 2020, it's so nice to go back to a time where the world seemed much simpler. We definitely had our share of world problems then, but it was nice to always escape and look forward to things like a new episode of "The Waltons" every Thursday night at eight o'clock on channel 10. With the stress of every day life and work, I actually look forward to seeing these videos. I have the whole series on DVD.. The show was a big part of my life back in the 1970's, and I still enjoy watching it over and over now. Thank you so much

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much for saying that.

[@ronduffy8657]

I really wish that the Waltons could have had future segments that followed each one of you through your lives. The Waltons were such a great series for many reasons, great story lines, taught great life and moral lessons and your characters were so believable.

[@judynorton2598]

That would have been nice.

[@darkvader7231]

Ben Walton was a real live wire but a fun character and reminded me of my brother back in the 70's who was a lot like him then. Watching this character as an adult, I see some of him in me now, how times have changed!! All the best from cold England!!

[@judynorton2598]

They certainly have. And thanks for the long-distance wishes/

[@darkvader7231]

@@judynorton2598 Your always welcome😉

[@michaelwalker5042]

Thank you for doing these, we love them. Hope you have a great Thanksgiving.

[@normanmcintosh396]

I am glad I grew up during those simple times when the show aired. I am glad you put so much feeling into these shows.

[@jacklowe3429]

I liked the episode in which Ben published a poem he wrote in Liberty magazine. He used one of John-boy's poems as inspiration and was guilty about it. I loved the way in which Ben and JB resolved that issue, with JB being proud rather than jealous of Ben. I also liked the scene in which the whole family gathered to listen to Ben (or was it JB?) read the poem when it appeared in the magazine. Very cool.

[@judynorton2598]

Sweet scenes.

[@paulaelliott4903]

I am watching the Walton’s right now, the episode called “The Lie”, starring Eric Scott as Ben. Great episode and Eric did a great job! Thank you Judy!

[@Scott__C]

Yes, we just watched that as well. I think even though he had the fight with John Boy and John, it showed his good heart. He did this to help the girl meet her mother and repair that relationship as well as the one with her father.

[@judynorton2598]

Love that!

[@theajsallen512]

I liked Ben's nerves of steal. O yea, Waltons and Godseys Happy Songs and Dances. Like their peppermint colored get up. :) Ben held up like a hero should in certain death with he was a POW. I liked his attitude of staying at the mill when he came home. It was beautiful what he told the buyer and daddy. "Selling the mill is like selling a part of you and grandpa". I respect any Walton character what honors the family tradition. Ben was before he met Cindy "woman hungry". Proving himself his own idea of being a man. i liked it when he wanted a mustache like grandpa in The Empty Nest Story. Nice work Judy. Love every segment you do on KZbin. Please give us more, more. Thank you so much.

[@danbasta3677]

You know, that actor, the buyer of the mill, was on Little House On The Prairie before. His wife wanted to adopt two children, got them, and he laid down the law to them. Before school, we do two hours of hard choir in. Step out of line and don't do your part, your gonna get a switchin. His way of getting a whipping. I'll have to look up his name, and tellin ya now, he was in both tv series. On another note, the very first episode of The Waltons, actress Carlene Stewart was on it as she brought the family her deaf daughter who later learned sign language. Charlene Stewart was Miss Beatle on Little House, and also was in two episodes of Gunsmoke to.

[@karenmallonee3867]

I really enjoy these videos so much. I sit down with my coffee, and it's like taking a walk down memory lane with an old friend. Very much needed & appreciated in my life right now! ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you feel that way, Karen.

[@shirleyleone799]

Hey Judy. Thanks for this engaging look at Eric Scott. He added so much to the series. Glad you will be doing one of these on Leslie Winston. Loved her character!

[@mdonahue4683]

Loved her. And Loved Ben and Cindy. Such an interesting couple.

[@judynorton2598]

You are so welcome!

[@judynorton2598]

Nice to hear.

[@karolinesmail489]

I just watched the episode where grandpa's old friend returns to the mountains saying his wife be coming along soon so all the walton's help fix up his old house only to find that his wife had passed...he would talk as if she was still there ...it hit home a bit as I had worked with dementia and alzheimer's patients in nursing home....great episode shows how hard those disease is stay safe and God bless ✌️🇺🇲

[@judynorton2598]

Awww... how difficult that must be for them.

[@jameslella6746]

Hi Judy loved it one of my favorites is that episode where Ben and Cindy woke the family up in middle of night to announce they got married and grandma says o boy keep going you're great

[@cathyott2248]

Ben was a very motivated and passionate character ❤️ Judy I love the necklace you are wearing in the video!

[@terrybialowas2641]

"Ben" had his ups and downs with all his money making schemes but I was always drawn towards him I am sure because of him being a "ginger". I definitely loved Eric's portrayal of "Ben" when he was a POW it really showed off the strength of the character.

[@ruthannkizakavich3325]

Hi Judy! I 'm not a morning person either! LOL!!😄😄😄😄

[@judynorton2598]

🥰

[@jacquibelmonte5404]

Eric was a fabulous actor! I absolutely loved his character, one of my favorites!

[@judynorton2598]

Me too!

[@hhhggg4687]

Ben reminded me so much of my brother, Steve. The shortest brother, the funniest one, the go getter. He is even a singer in his band with a few friends. Come to think of it, just about everyone in my family was one of the waltons. I was Erin. I will go into details in the future. Thanks for posting

[@judynorton2598]

I love that!

[@veronica-dn9ro]

"Ben" had such a rough and tumble personality it was so sweet in a good way, when he showed his gentle side. Being a protective older brother to Elizabeth, a comrade in arms sort of to Jimbob, a nice, considerate husband to Cindy, etc. ❤

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you appreciate Ben as we all do 🥰

[@letmetellyousomething123]

Loved this show, I'm 62 now and we'd all gather around the TV with my grandmother,parents and us 4 kids. It was pure escapism. As a 13 year old I wanted be part of your Walton family so much. My life seemed so dreary in comparison. Lol... Great memories Judy.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@waltonsfan7257]

Judy thanks for another video. I love eric scott as ben. I loved when he would joke and tease the other kids. One of my favorite ben moments is in the episode the hero when he carves a bench with the names of men who died in ww1 to honor them. You all were and are so talented the acting on the waltons was true quality.

[@judynorton2598]

I so agree. Thank you.

[@nancyzorbaugh510]

Love the scenes with Ben and Cindy.They were such loveable scenes

[@AztlanViva]

Enjoy your posts so much. Always left baffled who in the devil would give a thumbs down. I'm a retired middle school teacher, so I'm well aware there's always a few in the crowd who want to be contrary. Met Mary McDonough a few years ago when she came to Kentucky for a book talk. Absolutely the most sweet & sincere individual. Felt like I was speaking to a dear cousin that I hadn't seen in ages. She has all the hallmarks of a southern lady... sans a southern accent. Again, thanks for your posts.

[@judynorton2598]

You're very welcome, James.

[@nitashadow2860]

I enjoyed hearing how you had to tape and do things .it sounds like it was fun with him .bet it made life interesting ..thank you

[@carolynnr.6409]

I really enjoy your stories and remembrances of The Waltons. I can see in your eyes the love you feel for those times you remember.

[@docadams7099]

Thanks again, Judy, for this video. I felt Ben was a good character and enjoyed it when he got to carry an episode. I've always LOVED "The Outsider" (1979) which introduces Cindy as Ben's wife. It's always great to hear Grandma say, "Old fool, young fool!" as she teaches Cindy to stand up for herself and make the marriage work out. I also love Ike and Corabeth's subplot about the fountain.

[@reneestes6254]

I sure enjoyed meeting you all last year in Virginia. You all were genuinely kind and so sweet to your fans. Eric did seem to be quite a character! Lots of laughter and energy. Thanks for all the great memories from the show and from the visit with y’all in Virginia.

[@judynorton2598]

You too!!

[@Kathylking1]

Another great episode of the inside stories of American’s favorite family show The Waltons! Thank you again Judy. Just found this site a few days ago and I have lots to watch and catch up on!

[@bucksky619]

I had such a crush on Ben back in the day 😂

[@judynorton2598]

You weren't alone.:-)

[@JackKirbyFan]

That was just great. For whatever reason, I always imagined Eric Scott as the tough guy on the set and obviously he was not. You described him as a really sweet person and kind and very talented obviously with a good business head. Thank you for doing this and bringing a positive feeling in these sad days. Also, I build furniture so it was fun to hear about the workshop since I always loved watching those scenes.

[@judynorton2598]

I'm happy to do it.

[@kefus66]

How interesting that some directors re-numbered the takes to spare the blushes of some of the actors or to add a new energy to a scene which was proving tricky to get right. Eric was such a great actor it’s such a pity that, like a lot of the cast, he didn’t continue with acting after The Waltons, but it seems he has had a very successful career in business, so I guess he probably has no regrets in that regard. I think I read that he has now sold his business and retired. Another great insight Judy, we love them! ❤️💚💛

[@judynorton2598]

He has been successful in everything he has done and really enjoys his life especially with his own family.

[@peterbradford1312]

Hi Judy I grew up watching The Waltons in England , I just want to say Thank You for your great videos giving us a peek behind the scenes Stay Safe . Peter

[@judynorton2598]

Wow, thank you

[@gfree4173]

Ben's and your character on the show always stood out for me. Loved the scenes with the Baldwin sisters and the Dew Drop Inn too.

[@sherryhettinga5416]

Just love the character of Ben. He did an amazing job in the prisoner of war episodes. I also loved how Grandma put him in his place in the episode where Ben & Cindy get married.

[@reginatierney5454]

I had a crush on Eric Scott. John boy

[@paintingsbyjimhall]

You mentioned that Eric and Leslie are still friends today, friendships can be made from working together. I especially like a photo of him with his wife Cynthia and Leslie, (the two Cindy's).

[@danbasta3677]

Loved that and it was hilarious! Ole Granma there took a picture of Zebulian Walton, Grandpaw there and said, old fool! Smacked ole Ben there with the broom sayin, Young Fool!

[@stuboyer1901]

Thanks judy. Eric and Joe actually recorded an album together and I think you can find it on KZbin.

[@SINCITYJIM1]

I liked Ben Walton's friendship with Yancy Taylor. Yancy was such an oddball but Ben was always sticking up for him. Robert Donner played the character very well. One of the best episodes with the two of them interacting with one another was "The Best Christmas".

[@hollyavillella554]

I liked the scene when Ben tells Elizabeth to close the door, she's letting the cold air out! Both Ben and John Boy were teasing Elizabeth about giving her a free edition of the newspaper for Christmas. Ben showed John Boy the pipe holder he made to give his friend Yancy. Someone already mentioned the episode when Ben asked Grandpa to help him be the person who got the turkey. Ben's scenes and rapport with Grandpa were so believable and endearing. Thanks, Eric Scott for your wonderful work on the Walton's. Thanksgiving Blessings to everyone! ☺️🧡🙏🍁🦃🍂🕊️

[@lindabakmaz81]

Yancy was a great character!

[@SINCITYJIM1]

@@hollyavillella554 I had forgotten the strong bond Ben had with his grandfather. Ben had said something very sentimental about grandpa. I forgot exactly what it was but it was one of the later episodes after Zeb Walton had died. Perhaps it was the episode "The Empty Nest". Zeb & Esther were the backbone of the show. Will & Ellen were fine actors.

[@hollyavillella554]

@@SINCITYJIM1 True! I will have to rewatch that episode! ☺️

[@falinaadebisi1383]

I just love Eric/Ben’s laugh. His laugh is distinctive yet heartwarming. I’ve mentioned this on other posts relating to Ben or the Waltons.

[@judynorton2598]

Yes, it was.

[@planetzorn]

Great shows develop incredible characters. Storylines provide great material, but every show, movie, book, play, etc, wins me every time with strong character development. That has been so much of the appeal of “The Waltons.” It never grows old. Now thanks to you, Judy we get even more insight. I think that is why your series on KZbin has been so appealing. I have many times over the years wondered about each and every actor/actress that portrays each role. I would go through “favorites” many times-Richard Thomas, David W. Harper, and so on and so on. Now you have shared a “nugget” of Eric Scott. I look forward to more! Thank you! You are so intelligent, interesting, articulate, and pleasing to the ear 👂 Sounds corny, I guess....

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you are enjoying.

[@1SeanBond]

Judy thank's so very much! The CD is Fantastic! Wow! Appreciate all !🙂✌

[@judynorton2598]

I'm glad you like it! Thanks so much for ordering it.

[@folkharmonica]

My favorite episode with Eric was when he borrowed John Boy's car without permission, and took his girl friend to town one night to visit her mother. Then someone took the car for a joy ride and damaged it. Ben was in real trouble with the family over that , and it took him a while to tell the truth, because he was protecting his girl friend. But that was an episode where he did some great acting. With Thanksgiving coming up, I hope you discuss the 2 part Thanksgiving series, when John Boy gets hurt in the mill, and is unable to finish his college entrance examination. The ending turns out great and he comes home from the hospital for Thanksgiving dinner.

[@judynorton2598]

So true. Great episode for Ben.

[@fh8606]

I love hearing about everyone that was in the Walton's and learning more about them. Thank you for doing this. The only thing that could be better would be to meet you all in person! See you next time 💙😊

[@judynorton2598]

Great!

[@Lori_b36]

Thank you again for the behind the scenes. I always enjoyed Eric's acting and his Ben character

[@judynorton2598]

You'e very welcome.

[@garyandleslied]

I like how they made that shed into a nice apartment. Every season was fun, the stories always stayed fresh. You had fantastic writers.

[@paintingsbyjimhall]

This was a typical situation after the war era, when the vets came home they would redo an existing building into homes. My dad and his brother converted a milking barn into a duplex apartment for the two of them and their wives.

[@janeiwasduncan8463]

And don't forget that tiny *shed" got it"s own bathroom !!!!!

[@garyandleslied]

That's really neat. A little apartment or house like that to me would be very cozy. Being small its easier to take care of also.

[@louannbrill7255]

I loved Eric's work as Ben. Always planning and thinking how the family business could improve. Also loved his laugh.

[@judynorton2598]

I agree!

[@nancymorton4670]

I love watching your videos it is so fun learning about all your characters on the waltons.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you like them!

[@pattimessenger6214]

I just love knowing that the “Waltons” still keep in touch and are genuinely friends!

[@richardrusso715]

Karen Simonetti-Russo here. I LOVE these "Behind the Scenes" thank you for doing these Judy

[@judynorton2598]

I appreciate that, Karen.

[@expendablepawn4878]

Thanks Judy. I grew up with You all. Thanks again for Your time and info.

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure!

[@tammyembery5763]

Hello Ms. Judy Ben was alot like his TV father. I Loved it when Ben became a Father. Your a blessing for sharing with us your Memories of the Waltons. God Bless.

[@judynorton2598]

You are so welcome

[@deniseburnside]

Judy, thank you for featuring Eric. I loved the character of Ben. He was a little hotheaded, as I recall, but very endearing and sincere, too. Have a wonderful upcoming weekend. Much love! ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

You are so welcome!

[@hi-railhardin]

Hi Judy, I recently discovered your page here, and I just want to say how much I'm enjoying your stories and behind the scenes info to The Waltons TV show. My family and I watched it every week while I was growing up, and hearing your stories really bring back fond memories of those times. Thank you for the time you spend delivering these to us fans, and I wish you and your family a very happy and blessed holiday season.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much!

[@melaniebuel6963]

Thank You, I love watching these... Good of you all to let us in on the behind the scenes.

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure!

[@VoodooCrab]

This was really good. You had a lot of fun things to say. I like the episode where Ben sends away for the...is it elevator shoes?...to make himself taller. He had a lot of "scrapes" with his character too. I am just chomping at the bit to get into our Waltons dvd collection again!

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@ladyagnes7781]

Eric Scott/ Ben was my Waltons crush 😍!

[@judynorton2598]

He was for a lot of girls.:-)

[@margaretbentle9456]

Eric Scott was great as Ben Walton. I liked how when Ben was older he was hot-headed (temper). He just wanted to be his own man and not live in the shadow of his father. You are right about the scenes in the Japanese prison camp, they were some of Eric's best scenes in the show. Thanks for clearing it up about the sawmill and the wood. I was always scared about the wood chips flying into their eyes.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ErynM75]

I enjoy watching these "behind the scenes" of each actor. Please keep this up for as long as you are willing. Thank you for making these current times so much brighter.

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure.

[@karenziglar9306]

I love Eric! He has such an electric personality. You can tell he is very passionate by the way he played Ben. I would love to see him act now.

[@judynorton2598]

I agree!

[@calvingaters156]

Eric Scott is a great actor he did ben walton very well all the actors were very talented and great 👍

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks. It was a wonderful cast to work with.

[@elizabethhjenkins6172]

Thanks, Judy. I am playing catch-up and trying to watch the vids of yours I have not seen, yet. This was very interesting.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it ;)

[@hollyavillella554]

Love Ben's (Eric's) earnestness! Thanks so much for these wonderful videos, Judy/MaryEllen. Thanksgiving blessings to all of you and everyone here! ☺️🍁🧡🦃🍂🕊️

[@judynorton2598]

Same to you!

[@chriskane8625]

Judy Judy Judy .... I couldn't resist .... thanks so very much for again giving us an inside look at the Walton's World. I do hope you have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving .... All the best from the mid-west!

[@TheNewenglandboys]

MEMORIES! Great memory Judy. Thanks again!

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure!!

[@richardcyphers9529]

Thank you, For telling us stories about Eric Scott. 😁👍📹

[@judynorton2598]

You bet!

[@TheFoxyb]

How lovely to learn that Eric and Joe were close friends off screen too, wish I had seen their act! Another great episode Judy!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@blueskiesforever1387]

Who would have known that Ben Walton was the life of the party!! He and his wife Leslie on the show made such a cute couple! I like your nice colorful necklace Judy !

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks!

[@m.e.d.7997]

Happy to see more of the Waltons playing on Hallmark Drama. So glad. Saw "The Awakening" today.

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful!

[@kathieblamer9077]

Thanks so much for catching us up on our favorite TV family! God bless you !

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure!

[@TheGuyMullins]

He made the role of BEN and I could never see anyone playing him but HIM! He always seemed lively... I love the moment he stayed with Yancy... I liken this to a Andy Griffith parody on SCTV when Otis watched Opie while they planned a birthday for him...

[@donnycampbell7114]

I think he stayed with Yancy when the house burned down and Yancy and was dismayed that Yancy allowed all his critters to live inside the shack with him.

[@shannonmanley9217]

I watched the episode today called The Carousel. it was so sweet when Cindy's Mom and Cindy finally got together. Leslie did a wonderful Job in this episode. such a Great Actress. God Bless You Judy. ♥

[@judynorton2598]

Leslie was such a great addition to the show.

[@shannonmanley9217]

@@judynorton2598she sure was.

[@marjeaneking212]

I loved Eric's laugh. So real & infectious.

[@judynorton2598]

🥰

[@loveablegigi1961]

I was always amazed how that shed kept changing! First a storage shed, then John-Boy asks John to have it for an office.....and then he has a tiff with Mary Ellen after she moves in and, at that point, you can tell it's still not much more than a storage shed. It then becomes John-Boy's press room, then a room for Mike Paxton to stay in when Mary Ellen brings him home and finally a home for Ben and Cindy.

[@judynorton2598]

Yes. A very adaptable space!

[@Multi1mark]

Great job as always. Nice to know how good the directors were. The ones who changed the number so the takes looked less which made the actor look better. I am glad you had a good time filming the Waltons and you all got along so well.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you very much!

[@mountaingirl2222]

It is interesting to me that in the early Waltons episodes it was obvious Ben was older than Erin (given that Eric is two and a half years older than Mary), but in later episodes Erin was made to be older than Ben (Erin graduated High School before Ben, Mary's name was listed before Eric's in the credits, etc...). Given that I am a person who notices the little things and thinks literally too much of the time, this discrepancy has always been on my mind.

[@dianereed3456]

Thank you for sharing these lovely videos of your days on the Waltons. Don’t stop making them. I have my DVD set to tape the Thanksgiving special and the Homecoming. Both will be shown the week of Thanksgiving. Loved watching Ben. Just watched The Marathon. Just wondering if Richard Thomas had to learn to dance in the show bhecwas great!! Thanks Judy.

[@1burnman]

I'm enjoying and very much thank you very much Judy for sharing hope you're having a wonderful holiday season

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you! You too!