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  "Happy Days" Star Marks His Birthday Weekend with Two Milestone Music Performances, August 7-8, 2026 Donny Most , best known to generations of television audiences as "Ralph Malph" on the classic sitcom  Happy Days, starring The Andy Griffith Show ’s Ron Howard,   and now recognized as an accomplished big-band vocalist, will celebrate his birthday weekend in Middle Tennessee this August with two notable appearances. In what is a life-long dream coming true, Most will make his  Grand Ole Opry  debut on  Friday, August 7, 2026 , at 7:00 PM at the Opry House in Nashville, appearing as part of the "Grand Ole Opry: OPRY 100" lineup alongside Haley Mae Campbell, Erin Kinsey, and other artists to be announced. During the show, Most will perform two songs and serve as a guest announcer, bringing his interpretations of Sinatra, Darin, Martin and other Great American Songbook standards to the historic Opry stage, a fitting way to kick off his birthday weekend on o...

After my ongoing problems with Apple , I finally got an appointment with the Genius Bar set for the past Monday. I had a conflict, so I called and canceled my appointment last Friday and tried to move it to the following Monday. Apple Care said they could not set an appointment more than a week out and arranged a call for me today. Sure enough, an automated call came in at about 3pm, but when the representative picked up, he had no notes and no idea why I was on the line. In addition, he didn't speak English well and I had to repeat myself more than once. At the end of the long call, he said he was sending me an email with the notes and confirmation. When I got the email, it had no info. The case number didn't pull up anything but an error message that said the case number and email did not match, so I had to call Apple back. I spoke to Yilka who said she didn't show any call for today, and I said, "Hold on, I have a case number right here," and I gave he...

Christmas in Mayberry Imagine what Christmas would be like in Mayberry and on "The Andy Griffith Show." It's Christmas in Mayberry, the mountains are white  Opie and his friends are all filled with delight.  Poem at Christmas in Mayberry - Yahoo

Nashville cast photo © Kathryn E. Darden ABC's 'Nashville' Adds Wholesome Character Who Doesn't Drink or Have Promiscuous Sex ABC introduces a wholesome, moral character to the fall hit "Nashville" starring Hayden Panettiere, Connie Britton, Charles Esten, Clare Bowen, Powers Boothe, Eric Close and newcomer Tilky Jones in a recurring role. Will he last? Article at: ABC's 'Nashville' Adds Wholesome Character Who Doesn't Drink or Have Promiscuous Sex | Christian Activities Also see: 'Nashville' Episode 7: Rayna and Juliette's Duet (Recap) - Yahoo!

Andy Griffith has been buried now, and so have George Lindsey and Doug Dillard who died in May. It has been a hard year for Mayberry fans to lose so many beloved actors back to back. We included this blurb from the November 1996 issue of Guideposts in a Christian Activities article (which was copied in the Huffington Post today). "I firmly believe that in every situation, no matter how difficult, God extends grace greater than the hardship, and strength and peace of mind that can lead us to a place higher than where we were before." Entertainer Andy Griffith laid to rest on July 3, 2012 Musician, actor, and television personality Andy Griffith , who passed away on July 3, 2012, was laid to rest hours after his death. He was buried by family less than five hours after he died per his own expressed wishes. "It had been planned for some time," said a spokesman for the Griffith family. "This was the wish of his family." Read more at: Enter...

Nashville Andy Griffith Fan Club (TAGSRWC) responds to passing of Andy Griffith  The Nashville-based The Andy Griffith Rerun Watchers Club (TAGSRWC) for fans of "The Andy Griffith Show" has been celebrating all things Mayberry since it was founded in 1979 by four students at Vanderbilt University. More at: Nashville Andy Griffith Fan Club (TAGSRWC) responds to passing of Andy Griffith - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner  Also see: Actor, singer, storyteller Andy Griffith dead at 86 - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner

 We have lost 3 of Mayberry's finest in 2012 with the coup de grace occurring when Andy Griffith died this morning. What a sad year for Mayberry fans, and the end of an era. This photo is of me with Andy Griffith in 2003 when I had the opportunity to present him with a copy of Christian Activities when Andy was on the cover. I had the chance to see Any Griffith perform at the Grand Ole Opry as well as dedicate the Andy Griffith Parkway in Mt. Airy. Photo of Andy Griffith © Kathryn E. Darden. All rights reserved. Actor, singer, storyteller Andy Griffith dead at 86  Beloved actor Andy Griffith has passed away at 86. The baby-boomer generation grew up watching Sheriff Andy Taylor solve small-town crime and family disputes with humor and compassion on "The Andy Griffith Show" in the 1960s.  Read the story at: Actor, singer, storyteller Andy Griffith dead at 86 - Nashville Gospel Music &  Entertainment Examiner Also see:  Celebrating the ...

Bluegrass Legend Doug Dillard of The Dillards & The Darlings Dead at 75 Born March 6, 1937 in Salem, Missouri, Doug Dillard, a celebrated bluegrass musician also known for playing one of The Darling boys on "The Andy Griffith Show," passed away in Nashville on May 16, 2012, following a lengthy illness. Dillard's death closely follows the death of fellow Mayberrian and Nashvillian, George Lindsey, best known as Goober Pyle, who died on May 6. Continued at:  Bluegrass Legend Doug Dillard of The Dillards & The Darlings Dead at 75 « TopicSpotter Also see: The Dillards Doug Dillard of bluegrass, Mayberry fame dead at 75 George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11 George Lindsey Tribute Page    

The Dillards Doug Dillard of bluegrass, Mayberry fame dead at 75 (slideshow) Nashville has lost another Mayberry icon with the passing of Douglas Dillard on May 16, another talented entertainer associated with "The Andy Griffith Show." The death of Dillard follows the death of George Lindsey, best known as Goober Pyle, on May 6. Continued at: The Dillards Doug Dillard of bluegrass, Mayberry fame dead at 75 (slideshow) - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner Also see: George Lindsey Tribute Page George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11 George "Goober" Lindsey - the Secret of Long Life - YouTube Actor George 'Goober' Lindsey Gone at 83        

George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11 The family and friends of George Smith Lindsey, forever known and loved as "Goober Pyle" on "The Andy Griffith Show" and "Hee-Haw"gathered at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Nashville More at George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11 - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner Also See: George Lindsey Tribute Page George "Goober" Lindsey - the Secret of Long Life - YouTube   Actor George 'Goober' Lindsey Gone at 83  

Actor George Lindsey Beloved actor George Lindsey was born December 17, 1928 in Fairfield, Alabama. He grew up in the small town of Jasper, Alabama. He moved to Hollywood in 1962 and first appeared on "The Andy Griffith Show" in 1964. More at Actor George Lindsey

George "Goober" Lindsey - the Secret of Long Life - YouTube

George 'Goober' Lindsey Gone at 83 Actor George Lindsey, 83, died today after a long illness. via Actor George 'Goober' Lindsey Gone at 83 | Christian Activities .

December 17 was actor George "Goober" Lindsey's 83rd birthday. At a gathering held for the actor during the week of his 83rd birthday, inspired by my recent series on “Aging Gracefully,” I had the opportunity to ask Lindsey the question “What is the secret of a long life?” As you might imagine, his answer was both unexpected and funny. More at:  George Lindsey on the Secret of a Long Life | Skin Health Beauty : Article George "Goober" Lindsey - the Secret of Long Life - Video

George Lindsey on the Secret of a Long Life Skin, Health & Beauty Editor Kathryn E. Darden asked actor George Lindsey the question: " What Is the Secret of a Long Life?" the week of Lindsey's 83rd birthday. See his reply: George Lindsey on the Secret of a Long Life via George Lindsey on the Secret of a Long Life | Skin Health Beauty . Find out more about aging gracefully at http://www.skinhealthbeauty.com/2011/12/07/what-does-aging-gracefully-mean-to... . Email skin_and_health@yahoo.com

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of ’The Andy Griffith Show’ - Nashville Gospel Music & Entertainment Examiner On an October night in 1960, a memorable whistled theme song was heard on the black and white television sets across America as " The Andy Griffith Show " was aired for the first time. Now fans of "The Andy Griffith Show" are celebrating the show's 50th anniversary with visits to Mayberry Days in Mt. Airy, NC , or watching TVLand's 50 Days of Andy" or perhaps buying a book of Mayberry Poetry or other memorabelia.

'Matlock' star Nancy Stafford set to join Kevin Sorbo and the cast of 'Three Times A Lady' Thursday, July 22nd, 2010 Matlock star Nancy Stafford in Three Times A Lady  Former Matlock star Nancy Stafford is currently in talks to co star in the upcoming movie Three Times A Lady with Kevin Sorbo ( Hercules , Andromeda , Krull.)  Stafford, who is known for her more dramatic roles, reportedly has a comedic streak. Stafford tackles the role of the town cougar in a non offensive, endearing, way as she comes to the rescue throughout the movie.... Keep Reading »   Amy Grant's 'Better Than A Hallelujah' video premieres exclusively on LHJ.com Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 · 2 comments Amy Grant's Newest Music Video  Amy Grant 's newest music video for her song “Better Than A Hallelujah” from her new album Somewhere Down the Road premiered exclusively online at  Ladies’ Home Journal ’s website LHJ.com on July 20.  LHJ.com is ...

I was really sorry to hear this story about actress Betty Lynn getting robbed in Mt. Airy. Betty Lynn 'Thelma Lou' robbery victim; 83-year-old actress robbed in Andy Griffith's hometown Thursday, April 29th, 2010 · 1 comment Betty Lynn Played Thelma Lou on "The Andy Griffith Show"  Betty Lynn , the Christian actress who played Thelma Lou on televisions popular 1960s sitcom " The Andy Griffith Show ," was robbed at a shopping center in Mount Airy , NC, the birthplace of gospel artist and television star Andy Griffith and the town that inspired Mayberry .... Keep Reading »

Jim Nabors - Back Home in Indiana Again Although actor Jim Nabors is best known for performing "Back Home Again in Indiana" every year at the Indianapolis 500, Nabors first sauntered into American pop in the 1960s playing Gomer Pyle. By Kathryn E. Darden | Published 5/25/2009 | Read more » Jim Nabors - Actor, Singer, Comedian, Transplant Survivor, American Icon Actor Jim Nabors first loped into American pop culture with a country gait and a deep-fried drawl in the 1960s playing Mayberry mechanic, Gomer Pyle. By Kathryn E. Darden | Published 5/24/2009 | Read more »