Many Aren't Aware That Julie Andrews Met Maria Von Trapp In Person

Aug 28, 2020 by apost team

Back in the 1970s, actress Julie Andrews, who played Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music, got to meet von Trapp herself for the first time on her ABC variety show The Julie Andrews Hour.

Movie stars work hard at mastering mannerisms, speech patterns, and facial expressions to bring the characters they play to life. In other words, they do their best to become their subject. When the following star met her subject, the two had a rather interesting conversation.

The Sound of Music is one of the most popular films of all time. This treasured movie is based on the real-life love story of a former nun Maria von Trapp and an Austrian Naval officer. The film is a Rogers and Hammerstein musical by the same name.

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Julie Andrews played the female lead of Maria von Trapp. Ms. Andrews was chosen for her gorgeous, operatic voice, and her acting ability. The producers' choice of such a talented leading lady honored the story and made people want to see the film.

Following The Sound of Music, Julie Andrews expanded her professional career. One such opportunity involved hosted a television show. In 1973, Maria von Trapp appeared on The Julie Andrews Hour.

As the two began their conversation on the show, Andrews asked her subject the one question any good actress would: "How was I?" Overall, von Trapp had a glowing review of Andrew's performance except for one thing.

What could possibly be amiss about a performance from a household name like Julie Andrews? Yodeling. The singing in The Lonely Goatherd was lovely, but far from authentic sounding to von Trapp's native ear.

After this revelation, von Trapp begins to yodel. She then motions for Andrews to sing with her. Apparently, Andrews is a quick study, and, after just a few bars of practice, the two sing a yodel-themed duet.

Yodeling with Maria von Trapp sure looks like it was a lot of fun for Julie Andrews. What's your favorite part of their television meeting? After watching, did you try to yodel with these two stunning personalities? Spread a little joy and tell us about your attempt or your impression of this joyful television spot here or through another social media community.