Learn the Secrets Behind The Beverly Hillbillies – America’s Favorite Family

Published on August 21, 2022
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Typecasting

Maximilian Adalbert is actually Max Baer, Jr. He changed his name because it sounded too fancy. Now, he’s famous for playing Jethro Bodine. However, he couldn’t find other roles after the show ended, which is quite common in Hollywood.

Typecasting

Typecasting

Jed Clampett’s Ballad

The Beverly Hillbillies had a theme song that focused on its rags-to-riches tale, “The Ballad of Jed Clampett.” Jerry Scoggins sang it, but Flatt and Scruggs created the music. This bluegrass duo won the 44th spot from the Hot 100 when the show premiered.

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Jed Clampett's Ballad

Jed Clampett’s Ballad