Theyre all phenomenally talented and managed to establish something that made it easy for all these children acting along with them to do a good job and to make it real. It took one day of sitting at the kitchen table surrounded by his onscreen family for him to feel fake, so he got himself sober. Actress Judy Norton still finds herself having a lot of respect for her The Waltons co-star Ralph Waite, even though he had a dark side.. Ralph Waite as a guest star on NCIS season seven in Los Angeles on November 4, 2009, and him with actress Michael Learned in a scene on "The Waltons" circa 1973 | Photos: Cliff Lipson/CBS/Getty Images. Advertisement Michael Learned embraces actor Ralph Waite in scene from the TV series "The Waltons." | Photo: Getty Images He was a great progressive activist and a great contributor to his community. I was always interested in everything that went on on set. Ralph Waite was a very complex man who lived a complicated life. Thereafter, he married Linda East on December 4, 1982 and was with her until his death. Here are a couple of the interview segments. I loved Ralph a lot. Kami Cotler sat down for an interview with Fox News back in 2019, five years after the death of Ralph Waite. Ralph Waite, who was beloved to TV viewers as the ultimate father figure, John Walton, on The Waltons, has died. Ralph has a lovely response as John Walton. Ralph Waite, the big-hearted patriarch John Walton in the '70s Depression-era series "The Waltons," passed away five years ago, on Feb. 13, 2014 at age 85 and one co-star who grew up with him. Served in the United States Marine Corps. The show was what led him to kick his habit. (Daniel Zuchnik/WireImage/Getty). Wanting more, the star looked for other roles that weren't so patriarchal and found that in several parts. Ralph Waltie and Michael Learned in "The Waltons.". That enduring familial affection, along with the pride of belonging to a show that resonated with viewers all around the world, makes everyone who was part of The Waltons feel privileged to have played a part in the show. (CBS via Getty Images). I hadnt seen Ralph in a while. We're still a great big family, believe it or not. And I think offering this concert in a fully live form is going to give people a lot of comfort and make them just feel like they're in the room with lots of people, which is what we all need. Some of the things he accomplished include heading an alcohol and drug recovery program and helping to build low-income housing. His Broadway appearance came when he starred in "Blues for Mister Charlie." Too young for World War II, Waite served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1946 to 1948, then graduated from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Waite scored a personal triumph when he created the role of Will Kidder in the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Young Man from Atlanta, by playwright Horton Foote, in 1995. Thomas was Waite's co-star and on-screen son on "The Waltons," where he played John-Boy Walton. And I said, "My daddy is in love with you." The couple tied the knot on August 27, 1977, and had no children together until their marriage ended in divorce on August 31, 1981. And there were lots of writers writing from personal experiences. 'The Waltons' Patriarch Ralph Waite", "THEATER REVIEW; Nameless Menace In Latest By Foote", "The Waltons' actor Ralph Waite dies at 85 in Palm Desert. He is well known for his acting skills, but before he took up that calling, Waite served the Lord as an ordained minister. He was a sweet, affectionate, funny man, too. The Emmy-winning actor, who famously played John-Boy Walton in the hit 70s series The Waltons,"is hosting Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir, an Americana-themed special that aims to celebrate soulful holiday traditions, songs and stories. does not take responsibility for any action taken as a result of reading this article. He then became an assistant editor of religious books and also the publicity director at Harper & Row. He soon became a minister for United Church of Christ, Fishers Island. Before undertaking any course of treatment please consult with your healthcare provider. We were all sitting around Michaels living room. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Richard Thomas is hosting "Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir," which was filmed last year. I always wanted to learn how things worked. Fox News: How does it feel to know that this special is going to help bring a sense of hope to many who have endured so much loss this year?Thomas: Its been a really rough time for everybody, of course, and nothing can make it all go away and seem better. Ralph Waite sits down for an exclusive interview with INSP to share his thoughts on life as an actor.Old Henry is an original short form limited series creat. The news was revealed by Steve Gordon, the Waite family's accountant. And then I opened up another middle school in LA where I was a principal for four, fiveyears. Thomas looked to Waite as a mentor on the shows set. Ralph married actress, Kerry Shear, on August 27, 1977, and this marriage too ended in a divorce on August 31, 1981. Outside entertainment, Waite demonstrated his usefulness in politics and community work. He also acted in movies like The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) and The Magnificent Seven Ride (1972), Although never quite a leading star, he became a stalwart of the industry. And I basically support all three site leaders with whatever comes up. In fact, he even demanded that the show cast Native Americans for specific parts. When he passed away, "NCIS" decided to dedicate the entire Season 11 finale to Ralph Waite's memory. And he said he sort of expected how "The Waltons" would be. Norton, in an interview after Waites death in 2014, recalled the actor from the long-running CBS family drama. 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MICHAEL LEARNED SAYS 'THE WALTONS' SAVED HER LIFE, CALLS NEW FILM 'SECOND ACTS' A 'GIFT', Richard Thomas is hosting "Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir," which was filmed last year. In 1998, he tried to get a congressional seat that was left open after Republican Sonny Bono passed away in a skiing accident. Our producers had a unique opportunity to sit down with Ralph Waite during the shooting of Old Henry, an INSP original Short-Form series, to answer some of the questions that you recently submitted through the INSP Facebook page. He was next seen in the hit movie Cliffhanger in 1993. We did not get rich from that show, Eric Scott, who played devil-may-care middle child Ben, tells Closer. So as long as the cast and crew are happy with the creative work theyre doing, NCIS will likely stick around. Waite was 39 when he landed a part in "Cool Hand Luke." Waite also was in the cast of the Jack Nicholson movie "Five Easy Pieces." Waite took a chance when he accepted the role of John Walton. I hope so. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. His later films included The Bodyguard, the part of Frank the helicopter pilot in the 1993 film Cliffhanger, and as the mysterious time traveler in Timequest (2002). We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first. In the TV-movie pilot, the roles of John and Olivia Walton were played by Andrew Duggan and Patricia Neal. Once, we were interviewed as a cast and asked how our favorite character was on the show, Norton said. It made him a household name. Thomas spoke to Fox News about working alongside his TV father Ralph Waite, who passed away in 2014 at age 85, as well as his relationship with "The Waltons" cast today and celebrating. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Occupations came and went, including social worker, religious editor for Harper & Row, and even Presbyterian minister after spending three . Cotler spoke to Fox News about her relationship with Waite, how she feels about The Waltons today and why shes passionate about her current role. And the production company wasnt planning on casting Native Americans. Richard Thomas (center) revealed he's still close with his "Waltons" family, especially Michael Learned (right). Fox News: What's one scene from the show that still sticks out to you?Cotler: At the beginning of the show, he was dealing with alcoholism and his challenges within his own family. In New York's White Plains on June 22, 1928, Ralph Harold Waite Jr.'s parents, Ralph H. Waite Sr. and Esther Waite, welcomed a future star. He got the company going by personally investing $50,000 to direct, perform, and produce "The Hairy Ape and The Kitchen.". Its a time to be together and it's really just all about love for us, as it is for everyone. We all did. Waite then went to Alcoholics Anonymous and got himself sober. But he realized that, as he looked at each of us as we sat in the audience, that he still felt connected. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ralph_Waite&oldid=1141195580, All Wikipedia articles written in American English, Pages using infobox military person with unknown parameters, Pages using infobox military person with embed, Internet Off-Broadway Database person ID same as Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 23 February 2023, at 21:16. I always felt like his character was a tremendous role model, she said. We had a lot of different things going on this year that were handled very well and I think thats great.. (Getty). His hard work was rewarded when he started getting movie roles. Fox News: Do you remember the last time you spoke to him?Cotler: Yes, very clearly. A portrait of Michael Learned and Ralph Waite on the show "The Waltons." Michael Learned and Ralph Waite attend the signing of Mary McDonough's book at Book Soup on April 16, 2011 in West Hollywood, California. But it made everybody laugh. He also portrayed Reverend Norman Balthus in Carnivle (2003 2005). He had three daughters from his first marriage. He passed away at midday on Thursday at his home in South Palm Desert, Steve. Unfortunately, he passed away in 2014. Educated at Bucknell University where he graduated with a BA degree, Waite existed rather aimlessly as a young adult while trying to find his way in the world. ichael Learned and Ralph Waite while filming the episode "The Parting" on November 16, 1978. Theres a lot of sitting around and waiting. In June 2013, INSP interviewed Waite while shooting "Old Henry," where he spoke about his life after "The Waltons." The cast of the hit television series "The Waltons" poses for a promotional photo on January 1, 1972. [11], On October 21, 1991, Waite introduced former California Governor Jerry Brown prior to the latter's speech announcing his candidacy for the 1992 Democratic presidential nomination.[12]. Norton also recalls him with his blue eyes, which he would call the baby blues.. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. It would be his defining role. What was she like?Cotler: I knew who Natalie Wood was because my father was in love with Natalie Wood. Then I was doubly blessed because I was working with a really nice group of people. Fox News: You had the chance to meet Natalie Wood. He twice ran unsuccessfully for a Congressional seat -- in 1990 and 1998. It's so wonderful. Fox News: You've led such a successful career over the years. And I think we were very fortunate in having the actors that we had. And so we're very lucky we were able to do it that way. And were standing by the raccoons grave and its pouring with pretend rain. So I drove out to Malibu, but we just looked at each other and said, Nah, I dont think so. So all of our lovemaking was on-screen!, Ralph, who had a reputation as a serious stage actor with no great love for children when the series debuted, probably experienced the biggest life change after falling in love with the rest of the Waltons cast. Waite tried again in 1998; he ran against Mary Bono and lost to her twice. He always seemed more comfortable in front of the camera wearing a dusty pair of work clothes than a suit. Last December, Richard Thomas remembered him fondly while speaking to Fox News. Waite said in the 1980 interview. And so this felt like exactly what I wanted to do. And thats the normal part of being an actor. He also had a recurring role on the offbeat HBO series Carnivle (2003) and in 2009 began putting time in on the daytime soap Days of Our Lives (1965) as Father Matt. Subscribe to our newsletter for new stories, tips & events. In a May 2020 TV Line interview, Waite's other "Waltons" co-star, Michael Learned (Olivia Walton), shared some little-known information about her late on-screen husband. Fox News: How would you describe Ralph Waite when he wasn't playing your father on the screen?Thomas: Id made a picture with him years before [The Waltons], and he was an uncompromisingly honest artist and an actor. Fox News: You must have many, but what's one memory from your time filming The Waltons that makes you smile today?Richard Thomas: There are many, many memories that make me smile. And that is fine with me. To be a better father and to help protect them as they navigated through lifes challenges. Richard Thomas, who played eldest child John-Boy and was the shows focal point along with the actors who played his parents, Michael Learned and Ralph Waite, was treated better by the studio, Lorimar. She recalled a day when he told her that he decided to become sober after sitting at a kitchen table with his onscreen children and realized he felt fake. Ralph Waite's first major role was on "The Waltons". He also appeared in a few films including On the Nickel (1980) which he wrote and directed.Throughout the run of the series, Waite continued to revert back to his theater roots from time to time. [4], In 1963, Waite made his Broadway debut as the Minister in Marathon '33, written and directed by June Havoc. 'WALTONS' STAR JUDY NORTON REVEALS HER ONE BIG REGRET, Set in rural Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II, the show follows the Walton family, consisting of John (Ralph Waite) and Olivia (Michael Learned), their seven children, and John's parents Zebulon "Zeb" Tyler (Will Greer) and Esther (Ellen Corby). (YouTube). Waite also directed several episodes of the series during the nine seasons. Working on a show for so long, however, Harmon has seen people come and go. He was such a warm man with such a great sense of humor. It was what I did. It was his highest-grossing movie to date. Educated at Bucknell University where he graduated with a BA degree, Waite existed rather aimlessly as a young adult while trying to find his way in the world. All content, including text, and images contained on news.AmoMama.com, or available through news.AmoMama.com is for general information purposes only. Appeared on the front cover of TV Guide 5 times. He was the show-off, the dreamer, and the storyteller who always had his head in the clouds. Waite was not satisfied. On February 13, 2014, Waite died in Palm Desert, California, of natural causes at age 85. Waite continued to thrive as well on the stage appearing in both contemporary plays ("The Trial of Lee Harvey Osward") as well as Shakespearean classics (Claudius in "Hamlet" and Orsino in "Twelfth Night").Stardom came for him in the form of the gentle, homespun Depression-era series The Waltons (1972). He would tell the same couple of jokes to make everybody laugh. We stay in touch and that circle has never been broken. The actress admitted that they both ended up quitting smoking and got sober. On February 13, 2014, Waite sadly passed away at age 85 from natural causes in Palm Desert, California. In the late 1950s, Ralph Waite started picketing for National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Get the best of Fox News' entertainment coverage, right in your inbox. WALTONS STAR MICHAEL LEARNED SAYS SHE AND TV HUSBAND RALPH WAITE WERE IN LOVE. Enjoy! A lot of that was because of Ralph and his performance, she said. He continued to act well into his 80s, most notably playing the father of Mark Harmon on NCIS (2003).For many years, Waite had held passionate political ambitions. You can see in Ralphs performances, the way he prepared, the way that he directed this was not a game we were playing. Ralph was also very passionate about politics, how people were treated and social justice. He credited the show for being the reason he got sober, recalls Judy. They will say John-Boy dies in the news when Im gone, says Richard. All content, including text, and images contained on. The news was revealed by Steve Gordon, the Waite family's accountant. said in an interview last year with local paper The . The theatre he founded bagged many important awards, including the Margaret Harford Award given by the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle for "its consistently high standards, its commitment to adventurous theater and to community involvement.". Behind the scenes, the children were treated poorly, one actor struggled with alcoholism and, despite the popularity of the show, nobody was paid what they were worth. It's going to be awfully quiet this year. I was probably 7. Absence Explained, Out for a Swim! Closer Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Just like with Shear, the actor never had any more children with East. And so as long as this creative process is growing and people are excited by that, as we are at the moment, well be doing it.. All rights reserved. The Brady Bunch Stars Have a Fun Reunion on Today See the Cast Now! He lost all three times. Besides his famous "Waltons" role, Waite also got to appear on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" and as a guest star on "NCIS" and "Bones." He came to acting relatively late in life. Besides her marriages, Learned also had a close relationship with her "The Waltons" co-star Ralph Waite. The information in this article is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. He died on February 13, 2014 in Palm Desert, California. She was his favorite. Ralph Waite. Besides his role as John Walton on "The Waltons," Waite had roles on other TV series like "Bones" and "NCIS." Ralph was a terrible singer. [10] He was defeated in that election by Mary Bono, Sonny's widow, and lost to her again that November. And it was easy for me to let him be my dad for all those years. Despite their feelings for the studio, there was genuine love among all the actors. Feeling disconnected from his role on the show and his real-life, Waite finally found the courage to quit drinking, according to co-star Judy Norton. The star had also earned his degree and became a minister in the United Church of Christ and the Presbyterian Church. There was something really artful and serious going on. [3], Waite ran unsuccessfully for Congress in California as a Democrat on three occasions: In 1990, he challenged veteran GOP incumbent Al McCandless in the Riverside County-based 37th district, losing by 5%. I really cherish the time that we had together. In New York's White Plains on June 22, 1928, Ralph Harold Waite Jr.'s parents, Ralph H. Waite Sr. and Esther Waite, welcomed a future star. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. These were people sharing their own stories of being part of a struggling family or living in a rural place. To start it, he pumped in $50,000 of his own cash to produce and direct revivals of "The Hairy Ape" and "The Kitchen," in which he also acted. Waite passed away on a Thursday in February 2014 at his home in South Palm Desert. Before becoming a big celebrity, Waite graduated with a BA degree from Bucknell University. Market data provided by Factset. All rights reserved. This gave him courage, so he wrote a screenplay and showed it to producer Lee Rich, who ran Lorimar Productions with Merv Adelson. Market data provided by Factset. Market data provided by Factset. He would again play John Walton Sr. in the TV movies A Wedding on Walton's Mountain, Mother's Day on Waltons Mountain, and A Day for Thanks on Walton's Mountain, in 1982. For example, one time he advocated very strongly about casting because there were certain parts that called for Native Americans. And then suddenly you need to have all of this energy and pretend youre in the middle of a busy family dinner. Unfortunately, he was appalled by the churchs hypocrisy and quit. Ralph Waites next major role was in the blockbuster The Bodyguard (1992). I'd seen it aired. The actor lost himself to addiction following the loss of his little girl, but luckily for him, the "The Waltons" cast was around to help him battle it. And I think this particular iteration is going to really be a lovely offering this year for people. Subscribe to our newsletter for new stories, tips & events. He also had some really, really bad jokes. But I think particularly as a young person, there are challenges that come with it. The interview took place in 2015. In an exclusive interview with Closer Weekly, surviving actors from the cast of The Waltons share surprising secrets from the set and tell Closer that despite a strong family bond, many members of the cast were taken advantage of and exploited while filming the seminal drama. She starred as the wife of Waite's character John Walton Sr. in the series. By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and that you have read our Privacy Policy. NCIS Star Mark Harmon Emotionally Detailed How Ralph Waite Tribute Episode Came to Be in 2015. But behind-the-scenes, Michael, 79, and Ralph who passed away at age 85 in 2014 were much more than just an onscreen Mr. and Mrs. "It was a story about an enormous family and a mother . Advertisement. | Photo: Getty Images. He started with Broadway and slowly worked his way up. Norton played his daughter, Mary Ellen Walton. He ran twice in 1998 for Palm Springs-based 44th and 39th districts. In 1990, he ran unsuccessfully as a Democrat, challenging a four-term Republican incumbent. And, we watch our Christmas shows as a family. So as a little kid, most of that stuff goes right by you. However, he's remembered more for his role on "The Waltons.". Richard Thomas, Nortons co-star who played John-Boy for eight seasons on The Waltons, also recalled his time with Waite. [3] He was a member of the Peninsula Players summer theater program during the 1963 season. Family & Personal Life. There have been other more recent theater excursions including "Death of a Salesman" (1998), "The Gin Game" (1999), "Ancestral Voices (2000) and "This Thing of Darkness" (2002). This kept on even after his marriage withered completely in 1969. The actor began dating Kerry Shear in 1975 after she pitched as a volunteer stage manager-actress at the LAAT. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Waite died on Feb. 13, 2014, at 85 years old from age-related illnesses. What's making me smile right now is the memory of working with the wonderful Michael Learned and the great Ralph Waite who played my parents, and what wonderful actors and people they were. Well, I think it was a fitting tribute to Ralph, and done in a very different way, and certainly for us, a different kind of season ending, Harmon said. I mean demanding in agoodway, demanding that things be clear and well done. However, we were able to do this concert last December before the pandemic hit, so we were all together in the theater, I mean, 20,000 people at each performance and everyone on stage together. It's true that Waite dealt with issues, including alcoholism, during his life . Ralph Waite was born in White Plains, New York on June 22, 1928. For more exclusive news from Closer Weekly, be sure to sign up for our newsletter! Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! She also inspired him to become a New York City social worker en route to the Yale Divinity School. The Earl Hamner Jr. series, however, would welcome Waite along with Michael Learned, and make both, as well as Richard Thomas playing their son John-Boy, household names. Among that group is Ralph Waite, who joined "NCIS" in 2008. She also shared how they both had drinking problems when the show began, with the two stars having a couple of martinis over lunch before going back on set. The actress, best known for playing beloved matriarch Olivia Walton in "The Waltons," is starring in a new film titled "Second Acts," which explores how an elderly couple strikes up a love affair. I made a lot of Christmas movies. . He was the eldest of five children. Here are a couple of the interview segments. | Photo: Getty Images. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The running joke was that Lorimar was so cheap that their idea of a party was one can of beer and 13 straws! Michael tells Closer with a laugh. Particularly to Michael and Ralph, whose chemistry as Olivia and John was real enough for them to try dating each other. is for general information purposes only. "The Waltons" was one of the defining television shows of the early '70s. In 1972, Waite landed the most significant role in his life, which opened Hollywood for him "The Waltons.". One of those films, the coming-of-age Last Summer (1969) starred an up-and-coming talent named Richard Thomas, who, of course, would figure prominently in Waite's success story in years to come. He said, I sat there one day at the kitchen table with all you kids and I felt like such a fake. He took himself to AA and got sober., MUST SEE: Check out All the Little House on the Prairie Kids Who Have Children of Their Own. She spent her time talking about Ralph Waite. Stephanie Nolasco covers entertainment at Foxnews.com. (Getty Images). We've justgot to get through this. Ralph Waite's story tells one of humanity at its finest. 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