Solica Casuto

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Solica Casuto is a Greek-American actress who has captivated audiences with her outstanding performance. She has worked together with popular actors like Andy Griffith, who also happens to be her former husband. 

Casuto, despite having a good career in the showbiz industry, is well known as Andy Griffith spouse. The Greek-American actress who was once the center of media attention has lived her life away from media reach since her divorce from her ex-beau.

Solica Casuto Married Andy Griffith For 8 Years 

The Greek-American actress, Solica Casuto was Andy Griffith spouse for 8 years since their wedding in 1973. Casuto and Griffith first crossed paths on a movie set in the 1970s. 

Solica Casuto and her former beau Andy Griffith.
Solica Casuto and her former beau Andy Griffith are separated. Source: Briefly

Solica and Andy, while working together got more close to each other which led to their dating. Eventually, the love birds took their relationship to the next level by tying the knot in Andy's favorite backyard used on the set of his famous show. 

Although the romantic couple planned their wedding to be a secret, but their famous wedding location caught people's attention. yes, the backyard where Casuto and Griffith married belonged to a well-known American musician Bing Crossby.

What Caused Solica Casuto & Andy Griffith's Divorce?

Solica Casuto and Andy, although dreamt of being by each other's side for eternity divorced after 8 years of their marriage. In a book written by Ken Berry titled Andy and Don: The Making of a Friendship and a Classic American TV Show, the author noticed fundamental differences in the couple which was the reason for their divorce.

While the Greek-American actress was in a marital relationship with Griffith for 8 years, the couple did not share any kids. Andy, following his split with Solica in 1981, married Cindy Knight.

Solica Casuto Played The Role Of Mother To Andy Griffith Kids

As aforementioned, Solica Casuto did not share any biological children with her ex-husband, Andy Griffith. However, she did play the motherly role to his adopted kids Andy Jr and Dixie Nann Griffith. They were adopted by Griffith and his first wife Barbara Edwards.

Dixie Griffith, Andy's daughter in 2015.
Dixie Griffith, Andy's daughter in 2015. Source: Facebook: Bill Hiatt

The late actor, Andy, described his second wife as a great and caring mother to his kids. Andy Jr was born in 1957 and worked in the real estate business. He died of alcohol overdose in 1996.

Dixie who was born in 1960 grew away from the spotlight. She was in two of her father's movies as an apprentice, i.e., on The Lost Colony. Dixie said she earned $10 a week as a colonist child.

Is Solica Casuto Still Alive? Know Her Age And Birthdate

Casuto, born in the 1950s, stayed out of media reach following her divorce in 1981. She does not make public appearances anymore. It is unknown if Solica Casuto is still alive or not. Well, if Solica is alive now, she is in her 70s now. 

Andi Griffth and his third wife Cindi Knight.
Andi Griffth and his third wife Cindi Knight.
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On the other hand, Casuto's former beau, Griffith passed away on July 3, 2012, at his residence on Roanoke Island in Manteo, North Carolina. He had a heart attack a day earlier. 

The cause of death, as per the death certificate, included hypertension, coronary artery disease, and hyperlipidemia. As planned, no formal services were conducted, and Solica's ex-husband was buried at the family cemetery on the island within five hours of his passing. 

Solica Casuto Parents Details

What are the names of Solica Casuto's parents? fans of the actress have been wanting to know this for a long time. However, Casuto has never spilled a bean regarding her parents and early life.

The only thing known about Solica is that she is a Greek-American. Unlike Casuto, her former husband, Andy Griffith is open about his early life details. He was born on June 1, 1926, to his parents Carl Lee Griffith and his wife, Geneva.

Solica Casuto Net Worth: Earnings From Movies & TV Shows

From her seven-decade-long career in the movie industry, Andy Griffith's former spouse amassed a notable fortune. Solica Casuto has an estimated net worth of $1 Million.

Formerly, Casuto was Andy Griffith spouse, and the couple had a combined net worth of more than $20 Million at that time. Griffith had a net worth of $25 Million at the time of death.

Andy was a gospel singer, actor, and showrunner. His performance as the kindly sheriff Andy Taylor of the idyllic fictional town of Mayberry in "The Andy Griffith Show" helped make the show a huge success. Arlene Golonka was also in the show.

 

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