The Waltons Cast: What Have They Been Up To Lately?

Published on 03/10/2019
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Creator Of The Show Earl Hamner Jr. Had Plenty Of Inspiration For It

Many artists and creators are on the lookout for constant inspiration. When it comes to the show, Earl Hamner Jr. knew exactly where to get it: his own family life! He actually had seven siblings and claimed that he was the real-life model for John-Boy. This is nothing out of the unusual in the television industry. Even Seinfeld creator Larry David modeled George after himself.

Creator Of The Show Earl Hamner Jr. Had Plenty Of Inspiration For It

Creator Of The Show Earl Hamner Jr. Had Plenty Of Inspiration For It

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The Timeline On The Show Was Not Particularly Cohesive

As we all know, you cannot live your life without messing up at one point or another. The same is true for the producers of the show. They often made inconsistencies about the character ages, anniversaries, and timeline in general. For example, John-Boy was not allowed to join the army – even though he was already 19 years old!

The Timeline On The Show Was Not Particularly Cohesive

The Timeline On The Show Was Not Particularly Cohesive

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