Matthew Laborteaux (Albert)

Davetucson wrote:

Vanessa hit it right with this!
"He could make you cry or laugh and this is the way a true actor shows how good he could be."

When Albert switched in into what I called his "Winoka Mode" it could be absolutely hilarious. And Matt could play it to the hilt.

1.Selling the books to Mrs Olsen telling her that there was a part in the book where Caroline was naked.
2.Getting room and Board in "Men Will Be Boys" after telling the landlady he and Andy were recently orphaned.
3.Raising money for Mary and Adam to take a trip telling a lady that he and Laura lost their parents.
4.Selling the honey to Mrs Olsen, while all the time making her think she was getting the best of him.
5.Stealing the food in The Odyssey on the train. "Pa wouldn't approve".
6.Scaring Willy and Nellie to death with the Horns in The Craftsman.
7. Changing the type to 100% off in Harriets Happenings knowing full well the only way to get to her was in the pocketbook.

And when you watch him cry it made you cry, because they were real emotions. Matt had a natural in-born sweetness about him that is a rare thing to see on screen. And he had it right up until the end when he looked at Laura and said: Well Big Sister, "I'm home to stay if you'll have me"". And the all time killer, " Asking Pa if it was "Too Much to Ask" when he wanted to be adopted.

I think the sad thing about the rest of his acting after LHOTP is that he never had another vehicle to sink his teeth into and show his real talent.

There will never be another Matt! I think we were lucky to have him while we did.

Why, Dave! When I read Matthew "Winoka Mode", I could not help but laugh! All the facts you quoted are really hilarious...

And you know? When I read Laura's books I was especting to find Albert there (since I loved so much his character in the show)But I was informed that Albert had never existed...and I almost got angry to Laura, because she never had any brother named Albert!

Vanesa.

Another trick Albert played on Mrs. Oleson was getting the banker to place the phony stock order by phone, knowing that Mrs. Oleson would be listening in at the switchboard.

what episode was that?

jessicamarie wrote:

what episode was that?

Crossed Connections, Season Six.

I remember that episode, but I don't recall that happening... Looks like I'll have to watch it again!

I don't know who is the man who is sitting next to Matthew... But what a great pic, Dave!

Vanesa.

Has Matthew ever given interviews after LHOP?

It could be his dad, but I'm not sure. A while ago on this very same thread I posted that "This is your life" clip w/Michael Landon. They briefly showed Matt's parents and siblings...maybe we can take a quick look to make sure?

I looked at it, kind of hard to tell, it could be his Dad.

Another one taken same day.......I think

What a nice smile! Very much in "Albert" teenager years style!

Vanesa.

He's got the BEST smile ever!

What a cutie!

Awesome video, Dave! Thank you so much for sharing!

Davetucson wrote:

Anybody know who he is sitting next to? I think it is Ronald Labyorteaux but I am not sure........

no, that's not ronald. I think that's a reporter. Here are some more pictures that were taken on that day. on one photo are patrick and matthew together with ronald and frances.

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Davetucson wrote:

Anybody know who he is sitting next to? I think it is Ronald Labyorteaux but I am not sure........quote]

no, that's not ronald. I think that's a reporter. Here are some more pictures that were taken on that day. on one photo are patrick and matthew together with ronald and frances.

I read how sick his father was while he was on Lttle House. Too bad that had to be. Thanks for the pics Julianne.......

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Juliane wrote:

Davetucson wrote:

Anybody know who he is sitting next to? I think it is Ronald Labyorteaux but I am not sure........quote]

no, that's not ronald. I think that's a reporter. Here are some more pictures that were taken on that day. on one photo are patrick and matthew together with ronald and frances.

I read how sick his father was while he was on Lttle House. Too bad that had to be. Thanks for the pics Julianne.......

I didn't know Ronald Labortheaux was sick at the time....Yes; it doesn't look too much healthy in the picture....

Vanesa.

Merlin Olsen mentioned it in the DVD interviews. he talked about the special bond he had with Patrick because of his Dad's sickness.

Davetucson wrote:

Great pic!

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I"ve never seen this before., he came out nice.

That's a great pic; I've never seen it either