Andy Griffith Dies, Friend Reports
Andy Griffith has died, a friend of the actor has confirmed to media.
Andy Griffith was attended to by paramedics this morning at his North Carolina home, UNC president Bill Friday told press. And while details of what may have ailed the Andy Griffith show star are currently scant, Friday said the actor subsequently passed away.
Local site WAVY.com reports:
“Friday, a close friend of Griffith’s confirmed his death to WITN. He said Griffith’s secretary called him Tuesday morning and said Griffith passed away at 7 a.m.
Several WAVY News 10 viewers in the Dare County area said the call went out shortly after 7 a.m. Officials have not released the nature of that call.”
Griffith was an American icon, known first and foremost for his role as the widowed sheriff of Mayberry, Andy Taylor, on the Andy Griffith Show. The massive hit was a sitcom staple through the 1960s, and Griffith went on to work even in his later years, starring again as the titular character on Matlock.
In later years, Andy Griffith spoke to the New York Times about his experience on the Andy Griffith Show, as E! quotes:
“We—everyone one on the show—have a real sense of community, of kindness, toward one another,” Griffith told The New York Times in 1965. “The basic rule by which we live comes through…the kindness comes through.”
Friday confirmed to press that paramedics were summoned to Griffith’s home on Roanoke Island, and that the actor died at around 7AM Eastern time. But no further information about the actor’s cause of death was made available.
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Posted: July 3, 2012
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Jul 3, 2012
That is not a picture of Andy Griffith – that is a picture of Don Knotts.
Jul 3, 2012
That is not a picture of Andy Griffith – that is a picture of Don Knotts.
Jul 3, 2012
That's a picture of Don Knots! Not Andy Griffith!
Jul 3, 2012
i know thats what i said
Jul 3, 2012
Rest in Peace dear Andy. You will be missed.
Jul 3, 2012
RIP ANDY!
Jul 3, 2012
rip andy
Jul 3, 2012
That is a very young Andy Griffith. RIP
Jul 3, 2012
Makes me sad that he is gone. Heaven has a wonderful new addition. Always reminded me of my dad maybe thats why it makes me sad.
Jul 3, 2012
In Gods hands I pray for your family. You gave us much laughter.
Jul 3, 2012
wow this is hard blow to the T.V. world if anybody follow a good man like andy you know what kind of good hearted man andy was Rest in peace andy you'll be missed.
Jul 3, 2012
I am glad they changed the picture to Andy's. Another great actor died. Praying for family.
Jul 3, 2012
Will miss seeing you on TV. RIP.
Jul 3, 2012
Awww very sad, we always watched the show as kids. It was funny and wholesome and just plain nice. He was an excellent actor (get "A Face In the Crowd" to see just how good an actor he was. Chilling and well it's plot is very "today" God Bless him.
Jul 3, 2012
Awww very sad, we always watched the show as kids. It was funny and wholesome and just plain nice. He was an excellent actor (get "A Face In the Crowd" to see just how good an actor he was. Chilling and well it's plot is very "today" God Bless him.
Jul 3, 2012
Why do they show Barney if Andy died? I loved the show and The Spin Off homer Pyle.
Jul 3, 2012
He reminds me of my dad, too! I always tell him that.
Jul 3, 2012
RIP ANDY GRIFFITH, U WERE AN ICON, GONE BUT U WILL NEVER B 4GOTTEN!
Jul 3, 2012
A true icon, I loved the Andy Griffith Show and even more Madlock. They are great family show, I watch lots of the re-runs of both shows and I have my 8 year old granddaughter to watch with me, we both just laugh and enjoy the show, of course we all love Opie and Barney cant forget them. He has lived a long and productive life and have given joy to many people, he will be missed. May God bless his family.
Jul 3, 2012
the best has died. He brought us great laughter and peace in the hearts of many.
Jul 4, 2012
So many memories watching The Andy Griffith Show & sitting talking & learning so much about Andy from my wonderful dad. Andy was his Hero, he loved everything about him. He collected everything & anything of Andy & Barney! Me & my daughter have so many collectibles we gave him through the years. These two awesome men will for sure be missed. Oh, when I went in labor with my daughter 18 years ago guess what I was watching? ~ The Andy Griffith Show!!! ~