Dallas

 Barbara Bel Geddes had a very warm, almost family‑like relationship with both Larry Hagman and Patrick Duffy off screen, which helped create the loving Ewing family feeling viewers saw on Dallas.

With Larry Hagman (J.R.)
* Hagman often said he accepted Dallas because having Barbara as his on‑screen mother gave the show “a touch of class,” and he admired her tremendously as an actress.
* He described her as “the rock” and “the glue” of the series, praising her kindness and professionalism and crediting her with holding the cast together like a real matriarch.

With Patrick Duffy (Bobby)
* Duffy frequently spoke of Bel Geddes with deep affection, saying she felt like a real mother figure and that their scenes together were among his most emotionally genuine.
* Their easy rapport and mutual respect off camera contributed to the strong, tender bond between Bobby and Miss Ellie, which many fans feel anchored the show’s heart.