Andy Griffith Dead at Age 86, Share Your Fond Memories
The legendary television actor made people of all ages smile. Remember him by sharing your favorite show memories from 'Matlock' and 'The Andy Griffith Show.'
Beloved television star Andy Griffith has died.
Griffith, best known for his role as Sheriff Andy Taylor in "The Andy Griffith Show," also starred in the popular television series "Matlock" and appeared in several films including "No Time for Sergeants" and "A Face in the Crowd."
According to a USA Today report, Griffith passed away at his home in Dare County, North Carolina around 7 a.m. He was 86 years old.
He is survived by wife Cindi and his daughter Dixie. Son Andrew Jr., known as Sam, died in 1996, reports MSNBC.
What was your favorite Andy Griffith television show or movie? Tell us in the comments.
Ashley Nevilles
11:53 am on Tuesday, July 3, 2012
We didn't have cable coming up so Matlock it was. He was sort of like your grandpa on tv. He lived a good life so we shouldn't be sad.