Maggie Peterson, known as Charlene Darling in ‘The Andy Griffith Show’, dies at 81
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Published: May. 16, 2022 at 2:32 PM EDT
(WYMT) - The family of Maggie Peterson confirmed the actress and singer died at the age of 81 on Sunday.
Peterson played Charlene Darling on ‘The Andy Griffith Show’.
According to a post on the Maggie Peterson Facebook page, Peterson died in her sleep with her family present.
The post went on to say that Maggie’s health took a turn for the worse after the death of her husband.
The family is planning a private funeral service in the next few weeks.
“She brought so much joy to her fans, and to our Mayberry Days® Festival. We will miss you Maggie,” a post read on the Andy Griffith Museum Facebook page.
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