tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post2113045082360384523..comments2024-03-08T18:49:51.289-05:00Comments on Classic Film and TV Café: Happy Birthday, Edna May!Rick29http://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-51680435203253532442012-12-25T00:04:55.163-05:002012-12-25T00:04:55.163-05:00I saw the movie last night and said to my husband,...I saw the movie last night and said to my husband, "The little girl is the best actor in the movie." I just looked around to find her name and see what I could learn about Edna May Wonacott. This is quite a find. <br /><br />Great interview. LawandMoralityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17377701909439799319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-21649911307750722112011-09-24T23:40:40.918-04:002011-09-24T23:40:40.918-04:00For some strange reason, I had Edna May Wonacott o...For some strange reason, I had Edna May Wonacott on my mind today. I knew her as May Green and I used to baby sit her three boys, Tracy, Brian and, I believe, Kevin, when we lived in West Covina, CA. I remember when the boys were in bed, I was allowed to look through her scrap books, which I loved to do. Her husband, Bob, worked for Mother's cookies, so there was usually some cookies to snack on. She was a lovely lady and I believe we all lost track of each other when they moved to Paradise, CA and my family moved to San Diego, CA. I was Gerry Bennett<br />back then.<br />Whenever I see Shadow of a Doubt or Bells of St. Mary's I think of her.Gerry Demarisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-28043293365119410082011-08-30T14:01:22.731-04:002011-08-30T14:01:22.731-04:00just yesterday i saw the movie "shadow of a d...just yesterday i saw the movie "shadow of a doubt" and wondering about Ann, i came to know about this interview through the imdb forum. A pleasant surprise. This is telepathic as in that film.ramalingamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12552482694067185799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-52198275022666495082011-05-11T16:30:25.645-04:002011-05-11T16:30:25.645-04:00Oh my goodness!!! Thanks for the reply. We just ...Oh my goodness!!! Thanks for the reply. We just checked in with this and was thrilled that you responded! That was so sweet of Edna to give us an address to send her a letter. Thanks for checking with her.<br /><br />Megan & Haley Meyer<br />Meyer TwinsMegan and Haley Meyernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-68431205476240053942011-05-11T10:45:48.443-04:002011-05-11T10:45:48.443-04:00Hi Megan and Haley,
I checked in with Edna - she ...Hi Megan and Haley,<br /><br />I checked in with Edna - she would be happy to hear from you and asked me to give you her home address...<br /><br />13420 East 44th St.<br />Yuma, AZ 85367<br /><br />- The Lady EveThe Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-11769879294866852452011-05-10T01:59:10.777-04:002011-05-10T01:59:10.777-04:00Is there a way to write Edna May a fan letter? Wo...Is there a way to write Edna May a fan letter? Would love to contact her and tell her what a wonderful role she played in Shadow of a Doubt. Loved reading your interview. It was great reading about her life and experience while filming Shadow of a Doubt.<br /><br />Thanks!<br />Megan and Haley MeyerMegan and Haley Meyernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-52891793430539063272011-02-24T20:00:28.906-05:002011-02-24T20:00:28.906-05:00Madeline - Thanks for stopping by. You've cont...Madeline - Thanks for stopping by. You've contributed a nice bit of information to Edna's story. I'll let her know there is a new comment here, I'm sure she'll want to read it. She may also have a copy of that paper among her mementos but I'm sure she'll be thrilled that you do, too.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-50515481256168137792011-02-24T19:01:09.004-05:002011-02-24T19:01:09.004-05:00I was preparing to list some newspapers for sale o...I was preparing to list some newspapers for sale on ebay when I came across The Santa Rosa Press Democrat Feb 6, 1943 edition with a full page ad for the opening premiere of Shadow of Doubt. Edna May Wonacott and Pat Hitchcok were to be guests of honor. I decided to google Edna May and found this site. I also decided not sell these papers for now as they seemed too precious. There's a picture of Edna May on the front page with a stern face. Known as "Cinderella Girl" she was picked off Santa Rosa's streets for a motion -picture career. There was also an article in the paper the next day about the "to-do". Great stuff!Madelinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01105264223358368509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-40609424673375317222011-01-31T20:17:07.872-05:002011-01-31T20:17:07.872-05:00I just got back to reading the comments on the won...I just got back to reading the comments on the wonderful stories that Eve has done on me. She just posted an update and as usual did a great job. It really gives me a feeling of having accomplished something by bringing so much delight to people by my role in Shadow of a Doubt. Thanks again to Eve for making this possible. God Bless you all and thanks for the wonderful comments.<br />Edna May Wonacott GreenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-8096479775742763742010-03-16T00:14:09.183-04:002010-03-16T00:14:09.183-04:00Thanks again to all who read and especially those ...Thanks again to all who read and especially those who posted comments on Edna's story...The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-18330658739014967102010-03-15T10:49:38.784-04:002010-03-15T10:49:38.784-04:00Eve, Thank you for the wonderful interview of my f...Eve, Thank you for the wonderful interview of my friend Edna Green. She is a very special person, and everyone in WNNC (ladies club) here in Yuma, AZ love her to pieces. Sorry to be so late with my comment, but the 2nd part of the interview just showed in The Yuma Sun yesterday, 03/14/2010. When I read Tracy's comment, it brought tears to my eyes. Once again, a great interview - I will be on the look-out for more interviews and stories you do. You are great!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-40047997185941064372010-02-18T00:55:38.004-05:002010-02-18T00:55:38.004-05:00Eve! I finally got a chance to read your interview...Eve! I finally got a chance to read your interview with Edna Green. I have to say that you did such a wonderful job. I loved reading all about her experiences on the set and the people she worked with. Congrats on scoring such an awesome interview.<br />NoirDivaJoiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02653675107118398624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-83202561515105912872010-02-15T08:14:31.353-05:002010-02-15T08:14:31.353-05:00Thanks for such a wonderful interview.Thanks for such a wonderful interview.Jacqueline T. Lynchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11047941886908178350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-59437651744274340702010-02-14T21:23:28.238-05:002010-02-14T21:23:28.238-05:00Tracy, Edna must be very proud of you, too. Thank ...Tracy, Edna must be very proud of you, too. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings about her with us.The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-4684313873825305462010-02-14T13:56:24.692-05:002010-02-14T13:56:24.692-05:00Thank you for the kind words about my mother. Yes ...Thank you for the kind words about my mother. Yes I am the reason that you no longer see her in the movies I was born in 1953 and am the oldest of her three sons. I have been told many times ” that was no business to raise children in”. This saint has never stopped her self sacrifice for her children, ailing mother that lived to be over 100, and my father who battled cancer with her by his side and recently lost that battle. I am tickeled to hear the spark in her voice when she calls me to update me on your blog articles about her. You have given a wonderful person recognition to be proud of after all these years.I am sure she thought she was forgotten.For this I am gratefull and can't thank you enough.<br /> I am proud to be her son and will never fill her shoes no matter how hard I try.Tracy Greennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-7551709093199570222010-02-11T02:10:35.599-05:002010-02-11T02:10:35.599-05:00Eve, It was a terrific article. Your knowledge an...Eve, It was a terrific article. Your knowledge and talents continue to amaze me. Wouldn't it be great if TCM and Robert Osborne could have a Hitchcock tribute and bring in people like Edna and others who worked with Hitchcock to discuss their experiences? I'm sure that you and other Hitchcock fans would enjoy it. I'm sure beyond a "Shadow Of A Doubt".Milesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-59270968113448363102010-02-11T01:02:42.463-05:002010-02-11T01:02:42.463-05:00Getting to know Edna Green and writing these blogs...Getting to know Edna Green and writing these blogs has been the most sheer enjoyment I've had in a long time, so it's really gratifying to know that others like them so much. I'm especially happy that Edna took the time to comment, and so generously.<br />As some of you know, I posted alerts on TCM's Classic Film Union pages about these blogs. One member was very curious to know what Edna thought of Teresa Wright. Some of you may be curious, too. The blogs were done, but I emailed Edna and asked. She replied that Teresa Wright was "just like the older sister I never had. A very caring person." When I passed her answer on to the CFU member he was thrilled.<br />A family member of mine wondered (as some of you may) whether Edna actually wore glasses as a child or if that was Hitchcock's idea for Ann Newton's character. Since Edna didn't wear glasses in "The Bells of St. Mary's," it seemed like a good question - particularly considering that in the years following "Shadow of a Doubt," Hitchcock often featured bespectacled women and girls in supporting roles in his films. Again, I asked Edna. The fact is, she did wear glasses as a little girl and simply took them off for her role in "St. Mary's."<br />Edna, I hope the reaction to these blogs gives you some idea of the great affection and respect classic film fans have for you. Bless you - 'Eve'The Lady Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11963115499930520653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-27271519539091248212010-02-10T23:46:07.787-05:002010-02-10T23:46:07.787-05:00Eve, thank you so much for this wonderful history ...Eve, thank you so much for this wonderful history lesson for my daughter! Grandma sent us movies at Christmas time and I have watched but Jillian has not. We will make it a priority. I find it facinating and feel very blessed that God sent my daughter to spend her birthday with such a wonderful example of using all the blessings God gave you! Fabulous interview.jillianisaiahsmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15073918757699060624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-55000641226669579262010-02-10T22:08:40.125-05:002010-02-10T22:08:40.125-05:00Eve, sequels rarely compare well to the original…b...Eve, sequels rarely compare well to the original…but part 2 of your interview with Edna Green is even better! I love Edna’s story about dining at the Hitchcocks and being seated beside Joseph Cotten. Ditto for the way that Hitch signed her autograph book (now there’s a priceless souvenir). The photos are perfect! As soon as I saw the one of Edna with Ingrid Bergman in THE BELLS OF ST. MARY’S, I remembered the character that she played. That’s pretty amazing to be able to work with Hitchcock, Joseph Cotten, Bing Crosby, and Ingrid Bergman. I really enjoyed this two-part piece and am thrilled to see that Ms. Green liked it, too!Rick29https://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-86928852116807809662010-02-10T20:38:44.374-05:002010-02-10T20:38:44.374-05:00Eve, this is an excellent Part 2 post. You are an...Eve, this is an excellent Part 2 post. You are an outstanding writer. I am so glad I read these posts and got to know Edna Green. Reading it certainly made my day brighter!!Akihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03037507780056714337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-56815542089688878132010-02-10T19:55:56.164-05:002010-02-10T19:55:56.164-05:00Great Eve. Wonderful continuation to Part 1- but E...Great Eve. Wonderful continuation to Part 1- but Edna's nod really says it all.<br /><br />Magic.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-46655638437175244702010-02-10T19:53:38.733-05:002010-02-10T19:53:38.733-05:00A fantastic interview.A fantastic interview.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-2075039097290538622010-02-10T16:27:50.642-05:002010-02-10T16:27:50.642-05:00Eve, What a wonderful interview. How neat it was t...Eve, What a wonderful interview. How neat it was that Hitchcock signed the last page in the book "By hook or by crook, I'll be the last one to sign in this book." <br /><br />But most of all, I really enjoyed meeting Edna May Wonacott Green.Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03476174860119487509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-86154579285243815352010-02-10T15:24:48.044-05:002010-02-10T15:24:48.044-05:00my thanks to Eve for the great article she has wri...my thanks to Eve for the great article she has written about me. It's the best that has ever been done and I feel honored that she chose me to write about. Thanks again from Edna May Wonacott GreenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5344878851139332715.post-89399177861944089782010-02-10T14:31:14.923-05:002010-02-10T14:31:14.923-05:00Eve, I feel as if I have just visited with a dear ...Eve, I feel as if I have just visited with a dear friend. What a lovely interview! And how very kind of Edna May to share her memories with us. I think Mrs. Green has truly been blessed and been a blessing. Thank you!toto2https://www.blogger.com/profile/09652682900471649463noreply@blogger.com