'Little House on the Prairie' star Melissa Gilbert explained how the classic show is a 'reflection of all the things that people crave in life.' The show marked its 50th anniversary this year.
'Little House on the Prairie' star Melissa Gilbert shared her thoughts on the classic show's enduring popularity as it marks its 50th anniversary. The 56-year-old actress rose to fame at the age of 9 when she landed the role of Laura Ingalls Wilder in 'Little House on the Prairie,' which ran for nine seasons from 1974 to 1983. During an interview with People magazine, Gilbert weighed in on why she believes the series still resonates with viewers today.
Last weekend, the surviving cast of 'Little House on the Prairie' celebrated the show's milestone anniversary during a festival at the series' original filming location, Big Sky Ranch in Simi Valley, California. During an interview with Fox News Digital, Alison Arngrim, who played mean girl Nellie Oleson, marveled over the show's lasting appeal.
We had no concept that this show would still be airing on television 50 years later,' she shared. 'We didn’t even know if there would still be TV in 50 years! We were stunned that this show became a hit.' However, she noted that Michael Landon, who served as the series' executive producer, director and writer, as well as starred as family patriarch Charles Ingalls, 'always knew' that 'Little House on the Prairie' would stand the test of time.
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