Crazy Secrets You Didn’t Know About The Andy Griffith Show. Bonus: What The Stars Look Like Today!

From Andy’s Real-Life Father

At the beginning of the show, as we watch Andy and Opie walking down the road together, we first see Opie throwing a rock and then Andy gives him a nod or shake of his head in acknowledgment. Andy’s own father was known to shake his head in the same manner. He used that gesture to tell his son,”nice work” or “good job.” He thought it was the perfect subtle tribute to his dad and it made for a touching moment with his fictional son.