Andy Griffith - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 01, 1926 |
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| Died | July 03, 2012 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Mount Airy, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Andy Griffith's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Sheriff Andy Taylor on 'The Andy Griffith Show' and the title character in 'Matlock.' |
Intro
Andy Griffith was an American actor, comedian, television producer, southern gospel singer, and writer, best known for his starring roles in the television series 'The Andy Griffith Show' and 'Matlock.' Widely regarded as a beloved figure in American entertainment, Griffith's charm and humility endeared him to audiences for more than five decades.
Early Life & Background
Andy Griffith was born on June 1, 1926, in Mount Airy, North Carolina. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied music and graduated with a degree in music in 1949. Griffith began his career as a monologist and soon found success on stage and radio before transitioning to television and film.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Sheriff Andy Taylor on 'The Andy Griffith Show' (1960–1968)
- Played the title role on the legal drama 'Matlock' (1986–1995)
- Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005
- Nominated for multiple Emmy and Grammy Awards
- Recorded several successful southern gospel albums
Trivia
- Griffith's hometown of Mount Airy is widely thought to be the inspiration for the fictional town of Mayberry.
- He originally aspired to be a Moravian preacher before finding his calling in the performing arts.
- The Andy Griffith Museum in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is dedicated to his life and career.
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On His Birth-Day
About June 1st, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: Marilyn Monroe, the iconic American actress and model, was born on June 1, 1926, in Los Angeles, California.
- Day of the week: June 1st, 1926 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Gimme a Lil' Kiss, Will Ya Huh? by Whispering Jack Smith
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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