Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Best known as the good sheriff on The Andy Griffith Show , Andy Griffith was an American actor, producer, singer and writer who has become a cultural icon. Andy Griffith sang and played slide trombone as a child. Moreover, the young boy wished to become a musician, however, his talent and storytelling abilities led him towards an extraordinary career in television and film. Learn more about the life and career of Andy Griffith in this book.