Andy Griffith's Enduring Love with Cindi Knight

0:00On this March 6th, here's what's making entertainment headlines. Andy Griffith found his lasting love with his third wife, Cindy Knight, staying married until his death. He first gained fame on his hit TV show in the 1960s, while wed to Barbara Edwards. They adopted two kids, son Sam, born in 1957, and daughter Dixie in 1959. That marriage ended in divorce in 1972. A year later, Griffith married Greek singer and actress Solica Casuto. They split after about eight years in 1981. Then in 1983, he wed Knight, and actress he met through friendship. Their bond grew from shared faith and mutual support. Griffith and Edwards met in college during drama studies in the 1940s. They tied the knot on August 22nd, 1949, at a historic site tied to their theater work. They had an agreement that whoever made it big would lead while the other supported home life. Edwards passed away in 1980 at age 53, and son Sam died in 1996 at 38.

1:04Knight brought gentle strength to Griffith's life, especially after his diagnosis with Galaine Barray syndrome that same year they married. He often spoke of their joyful partnership. She stood by him through health struggles and career ups and downs. Griffith died on July 3rd, 2012, from a heart attack at age 86. Knight shared that his deep faith prepared him for the end, calling him her lifelong partner and best friend. Their story highlights a love that endured nearly three decades. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Some travel miles to find peace. I just climb into bed and listen. S-O-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.com