Andy Taylor is an American actor best known for his role as Sheriff Andy Taylor in the sitcom The Andy Griffith Show. He was born on June 1, 1924, to parents Charles and Frances Taylor in Mount Airy, North Carolina. He had two brothers, one of whom was a twin, but he did not survive infancy.
At a young age, Taylor developed a love of performing and studied acting at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduating in 1947, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in theater. He appeared in a number of Broadway plays before making his big screen debut in the 1955 film “A Face in the Crowd.”
In 1960, Taylor landed his most famous role as Sheriff Andy Taylor in the hit television series “The Andy Griffith Show.” The show was an instant success and ran for eight seasons until 1968. Taylor won three Emmy Awards for his performance and the show is still popular today.
After the show ended, Taylor continued to act in film and television. He starred in the TV series “Matlock” from 1986 to 1995 and was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards. He also appeared in films such as “Waitress,” “The Long Ride Home” and “The Man Who Came to Dinner.”
Throughout his career, Taylor received numerous awards and honors, including being inducted into the Television Hall of Fame and receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005.
In 2012, at the age of 88, Taylor passed away from a heart attack. He left behind a legacy of beloved characters and performances that will be remembered for generations to come.
