25+ Facts That Will Turn You Into An Andy Griffith Show Expert

Published on 06/16/2019
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One Of The Directors Was Part Of The ‘50s Blacklist

In the 1950s, director Coby Ruskin was accused of being a Communist sympathizer, which led to him being banned from Hollywood. For a short period, Ruskin worked in England so that he could make a living. He was accused by the “Red Channels” publication, which was later discredited.

One Of The Directors Was Part Of The ‘50s Blacklist

One Of The Directors Was Part Of The ‘50s Blacklist

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Andy Griffith Was Buried Hours After His Death

In 2012, Andy Griffith passed away at the age of 86. His family requested the immediate burial of his body on Roanoke Island, in North Carolina. Just hours after he died, the famed film and television star was interred. He was laid to rest first before memorials were given.

Andy Griffith Was Buried Hours After His Death

Andy Griffith Was Buried Hours After His Death

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