Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Teacher, Screenwriter, Singer-songwriter, Comedian, Singer
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Mount Airy, North Carolina, USA
Eye Color
Dark brown
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Political Party
Democratic Party
Languages
English
Children
2 children
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mount Airy High School
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Akkadian (šamû)
Popularity
Tier B -- 88,937 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 50 years (1957-2007)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 30
Year context
Born in 1926 -- Robert Goddard launches first liquid-fueled rocket; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Frequent co-star
Appeared in 3 films with Jerry Van Dyke
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Filmography (17)
AWARDS (9)
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North Carolina Music Hall of Fame
2010
WON
B
Presidential Medal of Freedom
2005
WON
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Grammy Award for Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album
1997
WON
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Grammy Award for Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album
1997
WON
Biography
Andy Samuel Griffith (June 1, 1926 – July 3, 2012) was an American actor, comedian, television producer, southern gospel singer, and writer. Known for his Southern drawl, his characters with a folksy-friendly personality, and his gruff but friendly voice, Griffith was a Tony Award nominee for two roles, and gained prominence in the starring role in director Elia Kazan's film A Face in the Crowd (1957) and No Time for Sergeants (1958) before he became better known for his television roles, playing the lead roles of Andy Taylor in the sitcom The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968) and Ben Matlock in the legal drama Matlock (1986–1995).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Andy Griffith?
Andy Griffith was born on and passed away on at the age of 86.
Where was Andy Griffith born?
Andy Griffith was born in Mount Airy, North Carolina, USA.
What movies or shows has Andy Griffith been in?
Andy Griffith has 17 credits in our database. Notable titles include Waitress (2007), Christmas Is Here Again (2007), A Holiday Romance (1999), Spy Hard (1996), Diagnosis: Murder (1993).
What is Andy Griffith known for?
Andy Griffith is primarily known as an actor. Andy Samuel Griffith (June 1, 1926 – July 3, 2012) was an American actor, comedian, television producer, southern gospel singer, and writer. Known for his…
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