Garland's daughter: Flying monkeys scared me!

Lorna Luft, daughter of the legendary Judy Garland, shared a vivid childhood memory of being terrified by The Wizard of Oz when it first aired on television in 1956. She recalled her mother's absence during the broadcast and her own hysterical reaction to the flying monkeys, which led Garland to vow her children would only watch the film in her presence.

Garland's promise was kept, and Luft no longer fears the iconic characters. She also noted how audiences without color televisions missed the vibrant Technicolor magic of the film, with some actors having to describe the colors to viewers. Luft fondly remembers her mother's co-stars as friends and grew up immersed in the world of Oz.

Continuing her deep connection to the beloved film, Luft has partnered with Jill Martin for a Wizard of Oz-themed fashion collection launching on QVC. The collaboration celebrates iconic lines and designs from the movie, with Luft emphasizing the theme of hope represented by the line 'There's no place like home.'