Judy was on drugs before and during Wizard of Oz as well as after. MGM studios, Louis B. read more
She never did illegal or street drugs. But Garland--- a lifelong"night person"--- was prescribed pills to help her sleep, and pills to help her wake up even before"The Wizard of Oz", a movie she made at age 16. read more
After The Wizard of Oz, Judy won a special Academy Award for her performance. The Wizard of Oz became her crowning achievement and it immediately made her a Hollywood icon. Unfortunately, it also left her dependent on drugs, which affected her health and her career for the rest of her life. read more
The Judy Garland Show was critically praised, but for a variety of reasons (including being placed in the time slot opposite Bonanza on NBC), the show lasted only one season and was cancelled in 1964 after 26 episodes. read more