Patsy Garrett
Actress and singer from 'The Andy Griffith Show'

Born
1921
104 years ago
Died
January 8th, 2015
10 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress and singer achieved recognition through work in television and voice acting. Gained prominence for the role of Doris in 'The Andy Griffith Show' and later made appearances in various productions. Contributed vocal work for animated series, particularly known for portraying the character of 'Daphne' in 'Scooby-Doo' franchise adaptations. Involved in the entertainment industry for several decades, engaging in both acting and singing.
Portrayed Doris in 'The Andy Griffith Show'
Voiced Daphne in 'Scooby-Doo' series
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