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Frances Bavier - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 14, 1902 |
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| Died | December 06, 1989 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Frances Bavier's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Playing Aunt Bee Taylor on 'The Andy Griffith Show' |
Intro
Frances Bavier was an American actress best known for her role as Aunt Bee Taylor on the classic television sitcom 'The Andy Griffith Show.' Her portrayal of the kind-hearted housekeeper made her one of the most beloved characters in American television history.
Early Life & Background
Frances Bavier was born in New York City and attended Columbia University and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before starting her acting career on stage and later transitioning to television and film.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Aunt Bee Taylor on 'The Andy Griffith Show' (1960–1968) and its spin-off 'Mayberry R.F.D.' (1968–1970)
- Won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Comedy Actress in 1967
- Also appeared in films such as 'The Day the Earth Stood Still' (1951)
- Had a long stage career prior to her television success
Trivia
- She retired to Siler City, North Carolina, where she lived until her death in 1989.
- She is remembered for her hospitality and charity work in her later years.
- Frances Bavier was known to be private and somewhat reclusive after her retirement from acting.
FAQs
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When was Frances Bavier born?
Frances Bavier was born the 14 December 1902.
Where is Frances Bavier from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 14th, 1902, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 14, 1902, the Commercial Pacific Cable Company began laying the first trans-Pacific telegraph cable from San Francisco to Honolulu, marking a significant advancement in global communication.
- Day of the week: December 14th, 1902 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Closing Time at a Country Grocery by Frank Stanley & Byron G. Harlan
- Popular movie: Snow White directed by
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