Andy Griffith and Stanley Kaufman were both American actors, directors, and producers. ANDY Griffith was best known for his role as Sheriff ANDY Taylor in the 1960s sitcom 'The ANDY Griffith Show'. Stanley Kaufman was an Academy Award-winning director, producer, and screenwriter, most famous for his dark comedies such as 'Being There' and 'TOOTSIE'. Both men had successful careers in the entertainment industry and left a lasting legacy.