Ron Howard: What I learned from Andy Griffith

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Ron Howard shares memories of Andy Griffith and professional and life lessons learned from him.
http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-st-0704-ron-howard-20120704,0,4710496.story

Early in the second season of "The Andy Griffith Show," I ventured a suggestion for a line change to make it sound more "like the way a kid would say it."

I was just 7 years old. But my idea was accepted and I remember standing frozen, thrilled at what this moment represented to me.

Andy asked me, "What you grinnin' at, youngin'?" I said it was the first idea of mine they'd ever said yes to. Without a pause, Andy responded for all to hear: "It was the first idea that was any damn good. Now let's do the scene."

That inclusiveness that allowed a child to truly be a part of something as unique and memorable as"The Andy Griffith Show"is something I will forever be grateful for.




This undated file image originally released by Viacom shows cast members from "The Andy Griffith Show," from left, Don Knotts as Deputy Barney Fife, Ron Howard as Opie Taylor and Andy Griffith as Sheriff Andy Taylor. Griffith, whose homespun mix of humor and wisdom made "The Andy Griffith Show" an enduring TV favorite, died Tuesday, July 3, 2012 in Manteo, N.C. He was 86. (AP Photo/Viacom, file)

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[BumRushDaShow]

1. And "little Ronnie Howard" has gone on

to do so many fantastic things - not just his stint on Happy Days, but all the fabulous movies that he has written, directed, and produced. I know he is probably feeling some anguish.

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5. I can tell when it's a Ron Howard movie

just by the feel of it. Wonderful, always.

[Poll_Blind]

2. The only way a person over 40 could not rec that is if Andy Griffith hit them with his car.

Short, sweet and meaningful. Griffith was one of those rare personalities (I can only think of a few dozen) who managed to survive in showbiz from the earlier days of TV well into the 70's and beyond. That's just an incredible accomplishment. And never once being known as a bastard during all that, a topper.

PB

[Hoyt]

3. Those few paragraph describe Griffith perfectly . My wife introduced me to his brilliance.

Thanks.

[rufus dog]

4. Grew up watching the reruns - didn't know until years later that there were lyrics to the theme song

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Well, now, take down your fishin' pole and meet me at the fishin' hole,
We may not get a bite all day, but don't you rush away.

What a great place to rest your bones and mighty fine for skippin' stones,
You'll feel fresh as a lemonade, a-settin' in the shade.

Whether it's hot, whether it's cool, oh what a spot for whistlin' like a fool.

What a fine day to take a stroll and wander by the fishin' hole,
I can't think of a better way to pass the time o' day.

We'll have no need to call the roll when we get to the fishin' hole,
There'll be you, me, and Old Dog Trey, to doodle time away.

If we don't hook a perch or bass, we'll cool our toes in dewy grass,
Or else pull up a weed to chaw, and maybe set and jaw.

Hangin' around, takin' our ease, watchin' that hound a-scratchin' at his fleas.

Come on, take down your fishin' pole and meet me at the fishin' hole,
I can't think of a better way to pass the time o' day

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6. I had no idea either.

Until now. Thanks!!

[rufus dog]

8. No problem - glad to share

There a couple of Morning DJ's in Los Angeles that are Andy Griffith freaks. Not sure if they still do it, but they used to play this song all the time.

[colorado_ufo]

10. Wonferful! Thank you!

[snappyturtle]

13. Thanks so much....wonderful memories of watching Andy Griffith.

Maybe I was just naive, but life did seem sweeter in those days. imho

[Recovered Repug]

7. There was a Andy Griffith Reunion show back in 1993 where Ron Howard told that story.

It starts at about 5:20.

[snappyturtle]

15. Wonderful...hadn't seen that in years! Thank you. nt

[Lugnut]

9. K&R

RIP Mr Griffith.

[Solly Mack]

11. When I first heard that Mr. Griffith had died my first thought was of Opie.

I know he's Ron Howard, Hollywood icon. Still - the image of his young face came to mind.

[rufus dog]

12. As a sub thread - favorite shows

I always loved this one

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[vanlassie]

14. In the days and weeks after 9-11, I sat and watched the Andy Griffith Show

I knew it was never really "like that" but I guess it was all the reality I could handle for a while. I was grateful for it.

[DeSwiss]

16. It was the movie: ''A Face In the Crowd''.....

...that opened my eyes to just how great an actor Andy Griffith was. He was a force for good who could alternately show us the darkest underbelly of humanity, as well as display its tenderest of hearts. He will be missed greatly at the DeSwiss household.

- Andy, ya done real good.......

K&R

[The Wizard]

17. Brilliant actor

better person