• The Waltons was a classic American television series
  • It became one of the most successful shows of the 20th century
  • The Waltons launched the careers of many big names

The plot of the show revolved around the "Waltons" during the time of the Great Depression up to the end of the Second World War. As the show became popular, so did the seven "Walton" children. Whatever became of the former stars? "John-Boy Walton" takes on a central role in the show, recording everything that has happened to his family in his diary.

The Waltons changed family television forever

The character is played by Richard Thomas and later by Robert Wightman, but Thomas' successor was less popular. This is what Richard Thomas looks like today. He has appeared in many productions since The Waltons, including Law & Order, Tell Me Your Secrets or NCIS: New Orleans.

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His life even shows parallels to the show. Because the actor has a large family himself. He is the father of triplets and has two other stepchildren. Although Robert Wightman was still called up for a few productions, his career never took off. And so, we have no current photos of him... Watch the video above to learn more!