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Michael Learned was born in Washington, D.C. in 1939. Her early career included appearances in shows such as "The Doris Day Show," "Ironside," "Gunsmoke," "Police Story" and "The Streets of San Francisco." She also appeared on stage, with roles in many productions.
Michael Learned. Michael Learned (/ my-kel Lern-ed / born on April 9, 1939, Washington, D.C. [1]) is an American actress. She became well known for playing Olivia Walton for the television series The Waltons in the 1970s. She also starred in other television series and in movies. She was married to actor Peter Donat from 1956 until 1972.
Michael Learned is best known for her television role as Olivia Walton in The Waltons, the popular and critically-acclaimed 1970s series about a rural family in Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II. The Waltons first aired on television September 14, 1972, and the original run ended on June 4, 1981.
Glen Powell's Dog Brisket Takes Over His 'Hit Man' Interview (Exclusive) Show More. View All. Michael Learned chats with ET about her iconic career and role on ‘The Waltons,’ as the series ...
Michael Learned reflected the hard work ethic of a mother raising children when she portrayed Olivia Walton on The Waltons. For her work, Learned won four Primetime Emmy Awards. To well-meaning ...
Oct 19, 2020 · For decades, fans of 1970s television have wondered: Why did Michael Learned leave The Waltons? After all, the CBS drama had made Michael a household name — for most people, anyway. (When she won an Emmy for her performance as matriarch Olivia Walton on the show, presenter James Franciscus mistakenly called her Michelle. When she got up to ...
Aug 10, 2020 · Michael Learned — or “Miss Michael Learned,” as she was credited on The Waltons, lest anyone confuse her for a man — holds the record for most Emmy wins for outstanding lead actress in a ...
