Frances Bavier

Frances Bavier: Beyond Aunt Bee – The Life and Career of a Versatile Actress

by

Introduction Frances Bavier, the title conjures up pictures of heat smiles, delectable pies, and a comforting presence that permeated properties throughout America for years. To hundreds of thousands, she was Aunt Bee, the guts and soul of Mayberry on the beloved tv present “The Andy Griffith Present.” However beneath the starched aprons and delicate demeanor … Read more

Frances Elizabeth Bavier: Beyond Aunt Bee – A Life in Acting

by

Introduction Frances Elizabeth Bavier. The name instantly conjures images of Aunt Bee, the apron-clad, warm-hearted matriarch of Mayberry. Her portrayal of Aunt Bee on “The Andy Griffith Show” cemented her place in television history, a symbol of wholesome Americana. However, to only remember Frances Bavier as Aunt Bee would be a disservice to her multifaceted … Read more

close
close