Melissa Gilbert Reflects on Michael Landon's Legacy on 'Little House on the Prairie'

Gilbert shares heartwarming memories and Landon's impact on the show's 50th anniversary.

Melissa Gilbert reveals Michael Landon's playful tricks to make her smile during photoshoots, including putting her pigtail up her nose.
Gilbert describes Landon as the 'quarterback' of the show, setting the tone and fostering a close-knit cast environment.
Landon's generosity extended to buying Christmas presents for the cast and crew with his earnings from announcing the Rose Parade.
Despite some negative recollections from other cast members, Gilbert treasures her relationship with Landon, considering him a surrogate family member.
The show's enduring legacy is celebrated at events like the 50th Anniversary Cast Reunion, evoking emotional responses from longtime fans.