The devoted matriarch who regularly attends church with Grandma Esther. During the war, she volunteers at a VA hospital, which leads to her contracting tuberculosis. She is sent to an Arizona sanatorium for treatment, prompting her husband to join her there.
Vivian Emery is Linda Lee's racist mother, whose prejudice creates an obstacle to Bruce and Linda's marriage. Linda defies her opposition and marries Bruce, while Bruce and Linda later reconcile with Vivian. Her eventual acceptance marks an important improvement in the couple's family relationships.
Chrissa's grandmother whose recent loss of her husband prompts the family's relocation to Minnesota so the Maxwells can live closer to her.
Olivia Walton is one half of the couple celebrating a fortieth wedding anniversary with John Walton. Her anniversary forms the reason for the family reunion at the Walton mountain, bringing John-Boy, Janet, and other listed characters together for the Easter gathering.
Tommy's mother. Mentioned only as one of the parents Tommy intends for Gale Ancona to meet before their relationship ends.
Rancher from Arizona territory, corresponds with Matt Dillon regarding cattle operations.
Michael Learned has 50 screen credits in a career dating back to 1944. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently An American Girl Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include DAHMER - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story, A Father for Brittany. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
