The Producers Never Wanted Fans To Know About The Andy Griffith Show

Published on 06/22/2022
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6.But Few Paid Their Final Respects To Her

Few people affiliated with the production expressed their tributes after Bavier’s death. Her co-stars also did not attend her burial. Despite her efforts to make amends with Griffith, Bavier evidently couldn’t heal the bridges she’d allegedly burned with the majority of her castmates.

6. ...but Few Paid Their Final Respects To Her

6. …but Few Paid Their Final Respects To Her

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7. In The Opening Sequence, Ron Howard Did Not Throw The Rock

The Andy Griffith Show began with Ron Howard’s Opie throwing a stone into a lake, in what was maybe the most famous opening scene of all time. However, the stunning shot was only possible thanks to some studio tricks. Because Howard, then six, couldn’t throw the rock far enough, a props master pitched the volley from off scene.

7. Ron Howard Didn’t Throw The Rock In The Opening Scene

7. In The Opening Sequence, Ron Howard Did Not Throw The Rock

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