Dean Butler, "Almanzo Wilder" from Little House on the Prairie answers fan questions sent in to That's Classic! In this first part of a two part interview, Dean talks about how Michael Landon's influenced him, the letter he wrote to Michael before he died, being called "Manly", preparing with Melissa Gilbert for "The Wedding" scene, his deep interest in Laura Ingalls Wilder and more! Thanks as always Dean!!

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00:00 Introduction
01:06 How Michael influenced Dean's life/saying goodbye to Michael
10:09 Dean's admiration for Karen Grassle
11:58 How Dean liked being called "Manly"
14:03 Emotions that come up for Dean watching Little House episodes
16:42 Dean and Melissa Gilbert's preparation for "The Wedding"
24:08 Dean drive and deep interest in Laura Ingalls Wilder
33:33 The possibility of a miniseries on Laura Ingalls Wilder?
43:23 "Days of Sunshine, Days of Shadows"