Thanks for posting this video of these two legendary entertainers. It's a terrible shame that people are so insistent about talking about Andy Griffith's struggles with alcoholism. Alcoholism is a terrible disease. Andy was eventually able to overcome his struggles with alcoholism, and since Andy has returned to heaven, we really need to focus on our beautiful memories ❤️ 💙 of Andy and others who have gone ahead! When life on earth draws to an end, physical remains and memories of the decedent are the only things that remain on Earth. We need to focus on making a positive influence on others, so that those memories we leave behind will be good memories. We also need to forgive those who have gone ahead, and focus on the good memories. This is the only way that we can heal. Rest in Heaven Andy Griffith and Earl Scruggs. You are both loved, missed, and will never be forgotten. We are thankful for getting to share a small part of your lives 🙏 🙌 ✨️ ❤️
Believe it or not, I was at that show, and I was sitting up in the balcony, so I walked down to the floor, and asked an usher if I could go right up to the stage to take a picture, and he said "yeah no problem", so I did, I took a few pictures quickly and then walked right back up to my seat... it was really cool how laid-back it was at that point...and it was a really good show... here's what freaked me out, I bought my tickets at the box office about two hours before the show... Andy Griffith and Earl Scruggs, I could not believe that it was not sold out!!
Funny story about southerners. I grew up in Upstate NY, but now live in Northern California. My wife is from California but her father was from Tennessee and her mother is from Arkansas. One day I was sitting around her father's house with all his relatives from the south and they were all telling stories about growing up in the south and I said I guess I'm the only Yankee here. Her father laughed and said, that's ok, we'll make you an honorary southerner. I felt honored and I got a little emotional because I knew they had accepted me into the family at that time. Her father Bobby is no longer with us, but I hope I'll see him on the other side.
I think Andy was alot different in real life than he was on his t.v. show. He played kind of a goof-off fun guy on his shows, but he always seemed cold and humorless offscreen.
2 Godly men who had such a positive and wholesome effect upon American culture. Sadly America is without men like these 2, simple country boys wanting to serve God, and other folks.
Bullshit. There are PLENTY of "wholesome" people around who want to serve God. Unless you know all of the people in America, then you're just talking baseless crap.
I believe there are tons of people in North America that “ WANT “ to serve God and other people but they just aren’t able to for the hold the devil has on the people of God. They’re deceived into thinking that hot-rodding diesel trucks and maintaining youtube channels and raising kids that are bow-hunting super hero’s that love listening to Luke Bryan... ... they’re deceived into thinking this is Godliness.
I was in Nashville staying with my good friend John Hartford when this happened. We decided to watch it on TV (where I video taped it) rather than going to the Opry to see them live. There was supposed to be a second performance but Andy didn't feel well and they announced he wasn't coming out to play the second time. A couple days later John and I went to Earl's house to visit and he and Louise told us how Andy came to their house to visit and rehearse prior to the show. He brought two bodyguards with him! Imagine that!
Yeah, I noted that, too. A little misspeak. It happens more frequently once you cross the 40 threshold. I'm 59 and frequently have such senior moments.
David Harstin I wondered about that, but it also kinda sounded like Andy just being in such awe of them that he was showing how flustered they made him.
Andy and Earl two awesome guys... very sad that they have left this world ‘ but they will never be forgotten...
Both of them are good ol' boys from glorious North Carolina who loved the Lord.
Thanks for posting this video of these two legendary entertainers. It's a terrible shame that people are so insistent about talking about Andy Griffith's struggles with alcoholism. Alcoholism is a terrible disease. Andy was eventually able to overcome his struggles with alcoholism, and since Andy has returned to heaven, we really need to focus on our beautiful memories ❤️ 💙 of Andy and others who have gone ahead! When life on earth draws to an end, physical remains and memories of the decedent are the only things that remain on Earth. We need to focus on making a positive influence on others, so that those memories we leave behind will be good memories. We also need to forgive those who have gone ahead, and focus on the good memories. This is the only way that we can heal. Rest in Heaven Andy Griffith and Earl Scruggs. You are both loved, missed, and will never be forgotten. We are thankful for getting to share a small part of your lives 🙏 🙌 ✨️ ❤️
I grew up with Andy and Opie and it’s not nostalgia to say that things were better back then.
Believe it or not, I was at that show, and I was sitting up in the balcony, so I walked down to the floor, and asked an usher if I could go right up to the stage to take a picture, and he said "yeah no problem", so I did, I took a few pictures quickly and then walked right back up to my seat... it was really cool how laid-back it was at that point...and it was a really good show... here's what freaked me out, I bought my tickets at the box office about two hours before the show... Andy Griffith and Earl Scruggs, I could not believe that it was not sold out!!
"Lester Scruggs, and Earl Flatt", gotta love it!
70 year old man gaffe
Andy Griffith is the greatest southern actor on the planet.No other could hold a candle to him and never will.
A great actor. Although southern, he was actually a pro abortion and anti-gun liberal and most southerners found his ideals against southern logic.
Always loved *"Andy Griffith!!*" Such a GREAT actor & such a GREAT performer!!
He said"yes i'm liberal and proud of it".
Funny story about southerners. I grew up in Upstate NY, but now live in Northern California. My wife is from California but her father was from Tennessee and her mother is from Arkansas. One day I was sitting around her father's house with all his relatives from the south and they were all telling stories about growing up in the south and I said I guess I'm the only Yankee here. Her father laughed and said, that's ok, we'll make you an honorary southerner. I felt honored and I got a little emotional because I knew they had accepted me into the family at that time. Her father Bobby is no longer with us, but I hope I'll see him on the other side.
he'd be a Republican now!!
damn shame Willie Nelson hasn't changed over yet!
Andy, a legend among legends.....
These two guys are truly great.
Thank you so much for this little Slice of Heaven
Nice memories.. Two great people.. Miss them both
Thank you for the video. Two men we will never forget. Also on stage was Earl's son Randy who has passed on. RIP.
Two American Icons.Earl Scruggs and Andy Griffith. Andy’s acting and Earls Banjo & Guitar picking. Earl is definitely deserving of the recognition.
Andy was a stand up guy very humble
He sold over 40 million records. And won a grammy. He had a great musical ear. Long live Andy Griffith
Andy was a George Wallace supporter.
I think Andy was alot different in real life than he was on his t.v. show. He played kind of a goof-off fun guy on his shows, but he always seemed cold and humorless offscreen.
awesome icons-hard to believe all three are gone now
Especially Holly, at least Andy and Earl had a good run, poor Holly left us too early.
Wonderful Americans.
Thanks bart great video andy my role model ! ! !👍
Made me a little Misty eyed.
Oh so good to see and hear this.
Thank You
2 Godly men who had such a positive and wholesome effect upon American culture. Sadly America is without men like these 2, simple country boys wanting to serve God, and other folks.
Amen! Couldn't have said it better.
Bullshit. There are PLENTY of "wholesome" people around who want to serve God. Unless you know all of the people in America, then you're just talking baseless crap.
I believe there are tons of people in North America that “ WANT “ to serve God and other people but they just aren’t able to for the hold the devil has on the people of God.
They’re deceived into thinking that hot-rodding diesel trucks and maintaining youtube channels and raising kids that are bow-hunting super hero’s that love listening to Luke Bryan...
... they’re deceived into thinking this is Godliness.
What year was this?
👍 love Andy
Beautiful show .
Earl Scruggs. A great man. His legacy lives on.
👍👍👍
I was in Nashville staying with my good friend John Hartford when this happened. We decided to watch it on TV (where I video taped it) rather than going to the Opry to see them live. There was supposed to be a second performance but Andy didn't feel well and they announced he wasn't coming out to play the second time. A couple days later John and I went to Earl's house to visit and he and Louise told us how Andy came to their house to visit and rehearse prior to the show. He brought two bodyguards with him! Imagine that!
Wow, who are you sir?
Good morning Mr. Bart Boatwright! Thank you for sharing/recommending this classic video.
Legends
Thank you for this very special video!
Earl is a towering figure in musical virtuosity.
you think?
Yup--he is the MOST IMITATED musician on the planet!
Glad I came across this today.
Perfect !
"mutual admiration club" whaaaaa? she is nuts... who is this person....unbelievable
I remember seeing Earl Scruggs and Lester Flatt on the Beverly Hillbillies
They actually performed the theme song for the Beverly Hillbillies
God bless you all
I'm a non-smoker too
Lee Greenway, he was the make up on Jim Neighors show, he is awesome
Lester Scruggs and Earl Flatt 😅
That was hilarious 😂😂😂
Dueling banjos was played on the Andy Griffin show with the Dillard's in 1953
The Andy Griffith show wasnt on in 1953
Awesome Bart
Inducted in '99? Seems like that should have happened by 1949!
Andy: “And there they came an I said ‘Lord, Lester Scruggs and Earl Flatt!’”
Yeah, I noted that, too. A little misspeak. It happens more frequently once you cross the 40 threshold. I'm 59 and frequently have such senior moments.
David Harstin I wondered about that, but it also kinda sounded like Andy just being in such awe of them that he was showing how flustered they made him.
Yeah I thought it was a cute intentional little joke
Who would we count as a national treasure today? It’s just a question and I’d like to hear who you think should be on that list.
Correction:the group was:the darlings
The group that played the Darlings on TAGS was The Dillards
5/21/23: the DILLARDS played the DARLINGS on Andy’s show!
Did he say Lester Scruggs and Earl Flatt?
Yes, as a joke.
Andy Griffith and Doc Watson kinda look similar
Lester Scruggs and Earl Flatt???
Really??
What is that they "pre_-formed. Concrete?
I hate interviewers that seem I'll at ease
Stupid fiddle player stepping on earl, he wasn’t even paying attention to Andy’s cues.