Judy Norton

Judy Norton (born January 29, 1958) is an American actress and theater director. She gained fame for her role as Mary Ellen Walton on The Waltons TV series and subsequent Waltons TV movies. Norton was born in Santa Monica, California, to parents Harry and Constance Norton. In her early career, she posed nude for Playboy in 1985 to break away from her wholesome image. Norton has been married multiple times, including to former football player Lynn Hughes and actor Randy Apostle. Currently married to Robert Graves, she is actively involved in writing, directing, and starring in movies and theater productions. Beyond her career, Norton is known for her skills in competitive horse jumping.