Celebrity reactions to Andy Griffith’s death

@RealRonHoward “Andy Griffith His pursuit of excellence and the joy he took in creating served generations & shaped my life I’m forever grateful RIP Andy” Read his exclusive full reaction here. (Dario Cantatore / Getty Images)

July 3, 2012 9:07 AM PT

Stars take to Twitter to reflect on the legacy of Andy Griffith, who died Tuesday at age 86. Story

@TiaMowry: “RIP Andy Griffith :( I grew up to u and u kept me entertained...” (Mel Melcon / Los Angeles Times)

@doctorfollowill: “RIP Andy Griffith. One of my favorite tv actors of all time. I can hear him whistling the theme song all the way to the pearly gates.”
@doctorfollowill “Do yourself a favor and watch “ A Face in the Crowd”. One of the best performances ever. #lonesomerhodes” (Chris Pizzello / Associated Press)

@Slash: “RIP Andy Griffith. The next step after Mr Rogers. U were loved by all. iiii]; )’” (Michael Robinson Chavez / Los Angeles Times)

@octaviaspencer: “RiP Andy Griffith!!! Sadness abounds!!!” (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

@Alyssa_Milano: “Rest in peace, Andy Griffith.” (Kirk McKoy / Los Angeles Times)

@hwinkler4real: “RIP the forever in our memory Andy Griffith” (Mel Melcon / Los Angeles Times)

@hollyrpeete: “Farewell to a TV ICON :(“ (Jason Merritt / Getty Images)

@Phillips:C”ant believe Andy Griffith passed away today. Loved his show. Prayers go out to the family. Use to watch it all the time with my papa” (Christina House / For the Times)

@ThisIsRobThomas: “just found out the ANDY GRIFFITH passed away. an american treasure. if you can, give a little whistle for him today.” (Richard Drew / Associated Press)

@ralphmacchio: “Take a moment and whistle “The Andy Griffith Show” theme today - finger snap optional - RIP Andy Griffith” (Peter Kramer / Associated Press)

@ebertchicago: “What It Was, Was Football.” The 1953 standup routine that made Andy Griffith a star. http://bit.ly/MQUcmO (Chris Pizzello / Associated Press)

@MorganSpurlock: “RIP Andy Griffith, 1 of our most underrated actors, watch him as Lonesome Rhodes in A Face in the Crowd, my fave movie” (Frederick M. Brown / Getty Images)

@kingsthings: Sad to hear news of Andy Griffith’s death. He was a terrific actor, a great comedian, an endearing person. He lived a long & fruitful life.
@kingsthings Andy made one of the greatest films ever: “A Face in the Crowd” & also one of the best comedy albums: “What it Was, Was Football” (Paul Morigi / Getty Images)

@ScottyMcCreery: “RIP Andy Griffith.. We lost a legend today that provided me and my family some great quality time around the tv filled with some good laughs” (John Shearer / Associated Press Photos)

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Celebrity reactions to Andy Griffith’s death

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