Series star Irene Ryan can be seen, without her "Granny" make-up, as one of the people in the crowd as Jed is leaving with the policeman. She is the lady in the center laughing at Jed's parting line, "Careful of the wet cement, folks".
The title refers to Hedda Hopper who was an actress and one of the most powerful gossip columnists in Hollywood during the golden era of Hollywood (active 1930s-1960s).
Number 62 on TV Guide's list of "100 Greatest Episodes of All Time" (1997).
The episode opens with a beautiful aerial shot of the entire Chartwell Mansion estate, which had previously been seen only in portions.
Jack Ingram's movie ranch used as Mammoth Pictures' western backlot was demolished. Clampett City General Store exterior was located at 3820 Waterford Way, Calabasas, E side.