Legendary actress Julie Andrews candidly revealed she expressed frustration on the set of “Mary Poppins,” using colorful language because of the physically demanding stunts and discomfort.
Reflecting on “The Sound of Music,” Andrews admitted to feeling lonely because of her co-star’s attitude and domestic struggles. Despite the challenges, he embraced the ethos of learning and perseverance instilled by his mother.
The American Film Institute recently honored his legacy with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his lasting legacy.
Read on to learn more.
Julie Andrews Reveals Disappointment While Filming ‘Mary Poppins’
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Dame Julie Andrews, best known for her iconic role in “Mary Poppins,” recently revealed she didn’t hold back her frustrations while filming the ’90s movie. Revered actor Andrews, now 87, transitioned from the stage to the silver screen with the 1964 Disney classic.
However, he revealed that some of the physically demanding stunts, including the flying scenes, took a toll on him.
Andrews also shared that the harness she was wearing caused bruises, and she even had a dangerous fall. While talking to US Closer Magazine, the actor recalled, “I landed hard and was quite shaken. I have to admit, I let out a colorful exclamation.”
However, despite the challenges, Andrews revealed Disney delayed filming to accommodate her pregnancy. He explained, “I said, ‘Oh, Mr. Disney, I want to come. But I’m pregnant.’ He spoiled me.”
He was ‘lonely’ on the set of ‘The Sound of Music’
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Andrews also shared the challenges he faced behind the scenes of his iconic film “The Sound of Music.” She revealed that her co-star Christopher Plummer did not have a harmonious relationship with her, and that she was dealing with marital problems with her husband, Tony Walton. She said, “I was a little lonely. Tony Walton was working, and our marriage was a little rough.”
Despite these struggles, Andrews cherishes her time in Hollywood. He shares his willingness to learn and take on challenges, values instilled by his mother.
The actor explained, “I am willing to pay my fees and study. When we were traveling, my mother would scold me: ‘Don’t you dare complain about anything. … Keep going and you will be more respected.”
Julie Andrews And Her Daughter Author Children’s Books
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Last month, Andrews teamed up with her daughter, author Emma Walton Hamilton, to bring her musical expertise to the pages of a children’s book titled “The First Notes: The Story of Do, Re, Mi.”
This book tells the story of Brother Guido, an 11th century Benedictine monk who created a system of musical notation that is still used today. Andrews and Hamilton wrote the book, which features illustrations by Chiara Fedele.
Sharing the process behind the creation of the book, Hamilton said, “We first heard about Guido from my son’s music teacher about 15 years ago.”
He continued, “My son was taking guitar lessons at the time, and we were chatting with his lovely music teacher and he said, ‘You may not know this, but the man who invented solfège — do re mi fa so la ti da — actually was a Benedictine monk, a thousand years ago in a monastery in Italy.’ And it stays with us.”
He added, “We kept coming back to him and thinking, I wonder if there’s more information to learn. I wonder if anyone has written about him. Is this maybe a story for a children’s book? …. And at one point, we went back to it and realized that very few people were familiar with the story, including musicians.”
Julie Andrews Royal Variety Performance At 13 Years Old
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Andrews’ timeless elegance and musical talent remain unmatched. A recently unearthed video from British Pathé showcases one of his earliest performances at just 13 years old.
Taking the big stage at the London Palladium for the 1948 Royal Command Performance, Andrews sang before King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, becoming the youngest solo performer in the Royal Variety Performance.
Amid a choir, orchestra, and talented friends like Danny Kaye, the young soprano confidently sang the first verse of “God Save the King.”
In 2021, the American Film Institute (AFI) honored the “Sound of Music” star with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his lasting legacy.
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