Date of Birth: July 10, 1923
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: March 24, 2016
Biography
Earl Hamner, Jr. was an American television writer and producer, best known for creating the beloved television series “The Waltons” and “Falcon Crest.” Born in Schuyler, Virginia, Hamner grew up in a large, close-knit family, which would later serve as the inspiration for “The Waltons,” a show that chronicled the life of a family in rural Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II. Hamner’s career began in radio, but he soon transitioned to television and film, writing scripts for series such as “The Twilight Zone” and “Gentle Ben.” His success on “The Waltons” earned him critical acclaim and solidified his place in television history. Throughout his career, Hamner remained dedicated to portraying positive family values and the human spirit.
5 Interesting Facts about Earl Hamner, Jr.
1. Earl Hamner, Jr. based the character of John-Boy Walton on himself.
2. Hamner received an Emmy Award for his work on “The Waltons.”
3. He wrote eight episodes of the iconic series “The Twilight Zone.”
4. Hamner’s novel “Spencer’s Mountain” was adapted into a film and served as a precursor to “The Waltons.”
5. He was an accomplished writer with several published novels, including “You Can’t Get There from Here” and “The Homecoming.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Earl Hamner, Jr.
1. “Family ties are precious threads. No matter where we roam, they draw us close to those we love and pull our hearts toward home.”
2. “Good night, John-Boy.”
3. “The true magic of ‘The Waltons’ is that it speaks to the heart of the American experience.”
4. “Surviving the Depression, the war, and the years that followed, we learned that together, we could face anything.”
5. “The values of family, love, and resilience are timeless and universal.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Earl Hamner, Jr. achieved a net worth of approximately $8 million at the peak of his career.
Children
Earl Hamner, Jr. had two children: a son, Scott Hamner, and a daughter, Caroline Hamner.
Relevant Links
1. [Earl Hamner, Jr. IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0358749/
2. [Earl Hamner, Jr. Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earl_Hamner_Jr.
3. [The Waltons Official Site](http://www.the-waltons.com/
4. [Biography on Earl Hamner, Jr.](https://www.biography.com/writer/earl-hamner-jr
5. [Earl Hamner, Jr. Tribute](https://www.earlhamnerjr.com/
