Andy Griffith and the Strange Mr. Schwamp!

No one knows much about Mayberry citizen, Mr. Schwamp (or Schwump). As time goes on, the mystery surrounding the actor who played the character who appeared on The Andy Griffith Show more than two dozen times only deepens. Who was he? Why don't we know more about him? Watch this video to learn more!
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[@mikecustenborder3991]

A truly wholesome show. No F bombs no violence. Just values and good living.

[@randstrickfaden4148]

And comedy don’t forget!

[@bravoninetyseven]

An older Jerry Mathers went back in time to do the show. Obviously.

[@jdsundstrom]

Oh my goodness...I think you've figured it out, Bravo NinetySeven!

[@jediknightjairinaiki560]

I thought about Jerry Mathers too. The resemblance is uncanny. Perhaps a relative of Mr. Mathers?

[@veronicamiller3868]

Thank you for telling me about Ron Howard’s father

[@519djw6]

@@jdsundstrom I mean no disrespect to whomever played "Mr. Schwamp"--but he *does* bear an uncanny resemblance to Jerry Mathers. However, Mathers does *not* look creepy in the way this mystery man did.

[@jdsundstrom]

I thought the same thing about Mr. Schwamp looking like a member of the Mathers family.

[@pattymerrill2838]

Mr. Schwamp is one of my most favorite people in Mayberry. Sometimes it's better not to know. Makes him more special.

[@jdsundstrom]

You are very wise, Patty!

[@georgiaayres5805]

I really loved the man who played Otis.

[@jdsundstrom]

Hal Smith was awesome. kzbin.info/www/bejne/haDCmJWKi8iBm80

[@deniswilson8152]

He was also the 1st barney rubble

[@carolelizabethjohnson1295]

Yep! He really did Great on The "Davey & Goliath" series! Also more off "Art Clokey`s" XLNT Genius work. You do know "Gumby" dontcha? We just do not have their "Naz" today! C`ya CJ-4-JC 4evr ......... '

[@Suddenlyits1960]

Hal Smith was the voice of Daveys dad as well as Goliath and most of the other male voices on Davey and Goliath. He was credited as “Hal John Smith” on Davey and Goliath. He also provided voices in “Clutch Cargo” and so many other shows. He was a really talented guy,and from all accounts I’ve heard,a really nice person.

[@Dbikgiizis]

If Ron ever reveals the truth, I hope you're interviewing him. Considering your love of this show, you deserve the answer more than most of us!

[@jdsundstrom]

I've got to think that Ron knows!

[@tnitron9750]

In the picture with Ronny the guy looks to be there as a friend of someone. No working clothes nut kinda nicely dressed. He was in an old movie before Andy Griffith show sometime in the 50s but not accredited. Great mystery

[@bradsmack1]

One who might know, and who may be easier to contact than his "hot-shot" brother is Clint Howard! While much younger, his Schwamp stories may not be as first-person as someone older, but he may have heard about him from Andy or Ron, and have THOSE memories! I fenced a little bit with Clint in N. Hollywood Park in the early '80s, and had I known the Schwamp mystery would be a thing, I'd-a asked him then and there!

[@robertcuratolo5339]

@@jdsundstrom Theirs always Clint Howard or Betty Lynn you can chase....lol

[@TNitroH]

Ron Howard has been asked and no he didn't remember his name. Ron was just a kid then and if he didn't have a scene with him he would not know his name. They all remember him just not his name. Clint doesn't even remember being on the show. He was 3 or 4 in his scenes. It's a mystery for sure. Sad that nobody remembers his name.

[@DCJNewsMedia]

My 43 years of my peace officer... public safety duty was based in large part of the Andy Griffith show....Andy Taylor..... That maybe why I retired 2 times as a Chief of Police, 1 time as Chief Deputy Constable, and 1 time as s Senior Deputy Sheriff, in a line of duty stopping a homicide in progress All because I used understanding, logic and reason with kindness and love ..... that's also what gave me the ability to never become cold hearted and calus... God bless the cast, and God bless you sir and your family. Chief Jones

[@jdsundstrom]

Thank you for your decades of service, Chief Jones!

[@DCJNewsMedia]

@@jdsundstrom you are welcome... you were/are my boss.....I enjoyed working for you.

[@frodofraggins]

He's what's known as a Watcher. He was sent there to make sure the timeline doesn't get messed up when Opie discovers his latent powers.

[@jdsundstrom]

Love it!

[@carolynchristy]

At first glance Mr Schwamp looks like he could be a relative of Goober's.

[@jdsundstrom]

He does!

[@jediknightjairinaiki560]

Aside from any of the other actors or crew members, I'm sure a search of old payroll records at the studio could answer the question.

[@jdsundstrom]

Now...if only we could find those old payroll records!

[@veronicamiller3868]

If they didn’t know what I was talking about I’m talking about Sarah and her boyfriend I can’t say his name but because when I put it on speaker don’t always come out right but that’s what I was talking about I hope they stay together I heard he’s going to ask her to marry again and she doesn’t really say he has but I hope down the line they do get married they belong together and he is trying to be a better man

[@Grrr036]

How can you look him up in payroll records if you don't know his name?

[@oneandatwo]

The first words out of my mouth is that he was Jerry Mathers' dad.

[@seahunt6055]

There is a resemblance. The nose the smile

[@ralphdecew3749]

I have seen every episode at least a kazillion times and own the entire set on dvd. I can’t believe I never noticed this guy much or gave him a second thought! I wasn’t upset before, but now I am truly triggered over this! Nice job Dave🤣🤣!

[@jdsundstrom]

I know, right?

[@marylamb7707]

Lol. I just wrote the same thing.

[@genevestal9740]

He should have received extra notice since he was the one who pinched Earnest T Bass at Mrs. Wiley's Tea Dance.

[@marylamb7707]

@@genevestal9740 HAHAHAHAHAHA i will have to watch for that next time it's on.

[@ralphdecew3749]

@@genevestal9740 Ah excellent, thank you. I’ll have to go back and watch for that!

[@tnitron9750]

Andys own father was in one episode seen walking out of a store right before Andy walks in. There are lots of cast and crew members in scenes throughout the series. Maybe Betty Lynn will remember him. She's still with us.

[@jdsundstrom]

Great suggestion!

[@ronniewatkins]

Not anymore. We lost her last fall

[@TNitroH]

She had been asked at Mayberry days by people putting on the event years ago and she didn't remember his name either. RIP Betty

[@tammyevans7333]

Now that you show him , I remember him well. Thanks!

[@jdsundstrom]

You're welcome, Tammy!

[@sonoranrain2330]

The iconic, yet always elusive Mr Schwamp. He always had a cheshire cat grin on his face. My favorite episode with "Patch" was his appearance at Mrs. Wiley's lonely hearts dance. Although he never had any spoken dialogue, his body language and facial expressions spoke volumes. You will always be remembered Mr. Schwamp!!!!

[@brucenicholls854]

In the picture on the story,I thought Mr Schawp could have been Jerry Mathers.

[@macconmara7252]

There were quite a few mysteries in Mayberry! At least the handsome Mr. Schwamp did not mysteriously disappear like Andy's wife and girlfriends!

[@jdsundstrom]

Thank heavens, Mac!

[@veronicamiller3868]

Thank you for telling me that Ron Howard parents about his parents and I never watch the show so really only a few episodes so I can’t really comment on that

[@pattien6687]

Andy's wife didn't just disappear, she died some time before the first episode. But now all those girlfriends...they might need to drag Myer's Lake.

[@macconmara7252]

@@pattien6687 -LOL!

[@mistervacation23]

Mr schwamp tried to pinch him but he just giggled and ran away

[@thorludvigsen9404]

He looks like what Jerry Mathers.... Looks like today.

[@MegaMagicdog]

Have you seen the latest ME-TV promos with Mathers? He barely looks like that now.

[@evdallas123]

Clint Howard. "Leon"is approachable and will talk about the show maybe he knows

[@jdsundstrom]

That's an option!

[@steel4real760]

He's not that approachable, stays out of any limelight nowadays.

[@joemurdoch4138]

Another person who may know is Maggi Peterson, who played Charlene Darling, who is still alive. She and Andy remained close friends over the years, and she was also friends with Andy's best friend, Emmett. Emmett was the person that Andy gave all of the Mayberry artifacts to. He kept them in a barn for years and made it possible to open the Andy Griffith museum. If the guy was a close friend or relative of Andy's, Emmett's family may know.

[@nickperkins8477]

I didn’t even remember the character until you referenced Andy’s “…Old Man Schwamp” line. The series so put its lead characters front and center that for the relatively few background characters, they were REALLY background. One of the few true background The Andy Griffith Show characters that really stands out to me is Clint Howard’s ‘Leon.’

[@ipitythefool2001]

Legend has it his hair is still is acting.

[@antonmiles9559]

I love this video. What a delightfully curious mystery. Thanks Dave.🙂

[@jdsundstrom]

Glad you enjoyed it, Anton!

[@catfishcooler1566]

He was most likely a crew member or a studio employee. Somebody that was always around when they needed Mr. Schwamp to make an appearance. That would also explain the Perry Mason and Gomer Pyle USMC cameos.

[@kylegreen3247]

He also appeared on ‘Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.’

[@vgovger4373]

In classic Columbo, they had a guy like this, a old man with his hair slicked back who appeared in every episode and was a mystery as well.

[@1000vox]

Actually, it wasn’t his hair at all; it was a toupee as worn back in the day. Other than “The Andy Griffith Show” and its spinoffs “ Mayberry R.F.D.” And “Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.,” the only other screen appearance of the mysterious Mr. Schwump was in a Three Stooges film. I don’t know the title of the film, but The scene of him sitting at a restaurant table nearby while Moe tries to convince a patron to have the roast beef instead of turkey, is available here on KZbin.

[@evdallas123]

There was several people that were always part of a crowd standing around

[@steventwist2549]

I think he was a government agent working for child protection to make sure Ron Howard wasn't being overworked as a child actor. Just being hands-on getting a feel of what was really going on.

[@oliverortiz8507]

I have always wondered who was the actor who played Mr. SHWAMP. Incredible that we still don't know.

[@richardcranium3417]

The fun girls.... “Hi Doll!”

[@nancygoerlich8526]

He looks like the grown up Jerry Mathers.

[@jdsundstrom]

I guess he could've been Jerry's dad.

[@marylamb7707]

Wow. I've been watching this series since it started and NEVER noticed him.

[@jdsundstrom]

Sneaky feller!

[@marylamb7707]

@@jdsundstrom Lol Take care Stay safe and thanks for the mystery.

[@jeffsadon552]

Just one more reason to watch the Andy Griffith show to look this guy

[@dscharlesworth1]

When this video was recommended to me I thought it was a picture of Andy Griffith and Jerry Mathers(nowadays) so I'm crushing it today. So here's my plan, we get a bunch of us subscribers together(virus be damned) we fly to Hollywood or Hollyboob(whatever they are calling it these days) we are all wearing our matching t-shirts that let's everyone know we mean business(and that we are definitely not part of a cult) because we are the Sundstrom Storm. We'll be The Avengers for KZbin, solving mysteries and putting right what once went wrong, and we will confront Ron Howard and get to the bottom of this case. M. Night Shyamalan twist ending, we have Howard surrounded and knowing he is defeated he goes all Mission Impossible and takes of his face/mask revealing that Ron Howard is actually and has always been Mr. Schwamp. Fade to black.

[@jdsundstrom]

Love it!

[@lisarussell8874]

Andy didn't want to stand in the stag line with Mr. Schwump!!

[@jdsundstrom]

He sure didn't!

[@thedailydanblog247]

Wow I have no memory of this guy. May be hes a MANDELA effect

[@jdsundstrom]

The reason you don't remember him is because he had no speaking lines ever.

[@mangot589]

I know, but 26 episodes?🤔. What about the movies? How did you know? Did you see him in something, or hear about it? I’m seriously dying of curiosity!

[@jdsundstrom]

I noticed him on the show...but only after reading about it decades ago.

[@southforce10]

Didn't he try to pinch ETB.

[@stephenadamsmusicalinterpr4203]

I always thought Mr Schwump was an old man version of Beaver Cleaver🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stephenadamsmusicalinterpr4203]

*Schwamp

[@jessepalacio6150]

Oh wow! Now I will definitely be looking for this Mr. Schwamp when I watch the show.

[@VideoSaySo]

He was in more episodes than Ernest T Bass!!!

[@wallypeanuts]

He tried to pinch Ernest T Bass when he crashed Mrs Wiley's party, showing his bravery.

[@SmithMrCorona]

That guy in the Howard movie still is not the same guy. The Schwamp guy wore a toupee - the other guy didn’t

[@jasonpp1973]

How about a remembering Christopher Plummer tribute, who just passed away from a fall at age 91.

[@jdsundstrom]

Great suggestion. I will do one. Probably not for a few weeks though.

[@grego934]

Maybe he was one of the characters Dads or relatives who was used as an extra once in awhile

[@richqualls5157]

He looks like Jerry Mathers.

[@johnbockelie3899]

A future Jerry Mathers, in the Twilight Zone , trying to relive his youth. Only to find out you can't go back. And stuck on the wrong show as well. Jerry Mathers, in The Twilight Zone.

[@spidermonkey7605]

Looks like he is related to Goober.

[@willm.1002]

Mr. Schwump or sometimes Schwamp appeared 26 times on the show and had no lines. His only job was to sit on the bench in front of Floyd’s barber shop. The guy was never given credit and us trivia buffs are still trying to find out his name. The word was that he was a friend of Andy’s who was jobless and down on his luck and he hired him as an extra. Since he always froze when the cameras were on and couldn’t do his lines, Andy said “just sit there” and he did, all those years.! In 2012 an April Fools joke claimed he was Patch Wimmers and another rumor was that he was Ron Howard’s uncle, his moms brother Joe Speegle, then we heard Andy’s uncle Nathan Nunn and then we heard he was Hanz Grimp a long time extra in the movies going back to the 40’s., then Jerry Mather’s father, then Danny Thomas’s brother Mikal Jacobs. All are incorrect……and no one knows yet.!!The only one that sounds remotely possible is the one being an extra as he has been seen in movie background scenes for years. OK ready? New rumor. He came from Germany after WW II and couldn’t speak English and all he could get was extras in movies. Now that sounds possible!

[@jdsundstrom]

Thanks for the extra info, Will. I suspect we may never get to the bottom of this mystery!

[@ronniewatkins]

Ron Howard has said in interviews that he didn't remember his name

[@jasonpp1973]

Sounds like a similar role like Featureman (Tom Willett) had on Dear John. He also never talked.

[@ocd1927]

Andy Griffith was asked about this guy in an interview I once saw years ago. He could not remember his name but did remember the toupe. Andy said he was a studio employee who they used from time to time for the non-speaking albeit recurring and un-credited role. This show was shot with one camera and put together in the editing room. Unless Andy and this guy were in the same frame, like sitting on the bench, Andy would not necessarily be present.

[@jdsundstrom]

Good info, Tripp. Thanks!

[@docadams7099]

Mr. Schwamp could have been Andy's stand-in. A lot of times, stand-ins of similar height and appearance are used so an actor can take a break from the hot lights while the producers and camera operators work with blocking a shot. Mr. Schwamp does have height similar to Andy's. Or perhaps he's an extra used for crowd scenes.

[@ocd1927]

@@docadams7099 Could have been, but not according to Andy Griffith. Also, he was not of a similar height as Andy Griffith. He is closer in height to Doris Packer and she was short. See season 4 episode 17. Also, in the scene where Andy and Mr. Schwump were sitting on the bench outside the Sheriff's office. One can see that he is much shorter than Andy by the way each is sitting on the bench. Andy's legs and torso are much longer. TAGS made extensive use of stand ins since it was shot with one camera. For instance a conversation between two individuals talking, such as Barney and Andy when you see one face and not the other, a stand in would be used. Don Knotts and Andy Griffith would not be talking to each other. That would be put together when editing.

[@cadeevans4623]

I never knew who mr schwamp really was but I remember him well in Andy Griffith Dave there are theories nobody knew who he really was but thanks for sharing this video obviously he was a liked character in Andy Griffith thanks for the info Dave great classic video Dave 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jdsundstrom]

You're welcome, Cade!

[@cadeevans4623]

Thanks Dave appreciate it

[@kentuckyleisure4289]

Ron Howard probably doesn't know who this gentleman is. Not like he was an adult yet and knew what was going on during the show

[@classic287]

I've always liked Mr. Shwamp. I feel like I could have been a friend of his.😊

[@kbrian11]

It's on the credits at the congress library you will find it there

[@NoEgg4u]

If Ron Howard is unreachable, then maybe one of his co-stars form Happy Days might know the answer, and be reachable. And if they do not know the answer, then they might be able to contact Ron for the answer.

[@jdsundstrom]

Possibly. If I ever visit with Don Most or Anson Williams, I will ask.

[@genericpersonx333]

I think he was one of those rarely appreciated things in modern television: a pure extra. He was there to give a sense of continuity, depth, and breadth to the town of Mayberry, all things he could accomplish by being seen and talked about, not by expositing himself. I can't cite specific examples, but I think if you look back on a lot of TV from before the 1970s, you will see more Mr. Schwamps than you might have realized, and that was the whole point: you were not supposed to think too much about them as they were literally part of the scenery. The key to good stories is good context, and Mr Schwamp was a great tool to setting context. As for who this particularly actor is, I am not sure it really matters who he was. You see, some people don't want the spotlight, even as they stand in it. They just want to help and don't expect nor pursue recognition. I suspect Mr. Schwamp was one of those many good-hearted people who give freely of their time for friends and family, because they like to and can, and we don't know who he is because his friends know he wouldn't like it if they told.

[@basilbcf]

My theory: In the movie Apollo 13, Ron Howards mother, Jean Howard, play's Jim Lovell's mother. Go do a seach for images of her in that role. In my opinion, there are some striking similarities between her faceial structure and that of Mr Schwamp. Look at the nose and especially the rather wide lower jaw. My theory - Mr Schwamp was related to Jean Howard - possibly even a brother or uncle.

[@rawbacon]

I've heard that theory before and I agree there are similarities.......If that's the case then Ron and Clint Howard should know who he is.

[@arthurwatt4144]

Mr. Shwamp lol. He was at every dance.

[@JPFalcononor]

I read somewhere that he was always the butt of jokes among the cast and crew because of that outrageous toupee. Yet that family photo seems to indicate either his hair was real, or he was wearing a better rug than in the show.

[@jayveecee1]

And the ears, wow!

[@happydave56]

He squealed on the Mob and was In witness protection. Hiding in plain sight.

[@terrilewis1258]

Oh, I loved his character. Every time Andy would say hi to him- Mr. S. Had that million dollar smile. I would love to know who he is. I’m a huge Andy fan. Thanks! 😊

[@jdsundstrom]

I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Terri!

[@scottb4029]

Look for a stagehand that worked on all of those shows and you will probably find out who he is. Chances are he's a stage manager or stagehand who had equity points and could be filmed. He probably had to be in the union or was applying to be in actors equity. I was I entertainment for years and have often been used in uncredited crowd shots at the network I worked for. I would bet he is part of the longstanding production crew.

[@fizixx]

I thought I've seen pretty much every one of the episodes....grew up with the show and still watch it, but I don't have any recollection of this man at all. Thing is, I usually notice details. Strange....nice episode....I will watch out for Mr. Schwamp from now on. :)

[@jdsundstrom]

Keep an eye out!

[@Richard-oc3vt]

He's andy griffiths cousin !

[@artied1807]

Mr Schwamp was just a slightly more visible Mayberry character than Juanita at the Diner and Sarah the switchboard operator.

[@robt5818]

Mayberry was such a friendly town, yet Schwamp was never invited over for dinner!

[@jdsundstrom]

So sad!

[@giraffesareselfish9563]

Maybe he likes leg of lamb, Andy's favorite dish

[@mikca750]

Just saw an episode of Perry Mason. Season 7 Episode 3 The Case of the Drowsy Mosquito. He is in that episode during the trial scene that takes place in the bar room. He is leaning against the piano and is seen many times when they are showing Perry. There are many actors that did the Andy Griffith Show that also were in many Perry Mason episodes.

[@davidmckinney6577]

I remember him very well and I remember that other old guy who you saw all the but he never talked either he had a mustache and wore a hat he was on a lot of episodes I guess he was what they call the town people... very good 👍 vlog my friend...

[@jdsundstrom]

I'm glad you enjoyed it, David!

[@TNitroH]

Harvey Bennett one of the last living writers was also asked at a Mayberry event and he didn't know either. This is a true mystery. Probably not married with no kids so it's going to be almost impossible to find out now.

[@jdsundstrom]

It is truly a mystery that will most likely be forever unsolved!

[@greggbaker7120]

I swear I heard Long ago, that, Mr.Schwamp was Andy's uncle....

[@veronicamiller3868]

He just put them self on the show and nobody ever a question did

[@patrickperalta59]

I've heared the name but never remember seeing the character on the Andy Griffth show. but then I've not seen every single episodes of the show.

[@mattjackson6914]

I thought it was Jerry Mathers at first look. Of course he would have been super young back then. 🤦‍♀️

[@GranvilleCooley]

Like many others here my first thought was "The Beaver." But Jerry Mathers would have bee in his 20s. As he looks here is how he looks now in 2021.

[@jdsundstrom]

He sure does look like Jerry Mathers...but you're right, the timing doesn't work.

[@MarcRW]

I think Mr. Schwamp was cast to promote toupees as they were very popular back in the 60's.

[@jdsundstrom]

Yep. People seemed to try to hide their baldness more often back then. Thank heavens the times have changed!

[@garyreid6165]

Interesting. I must’ve missed this character.

[@tiffanyb.7596]

THANK YOU!!!! 😊🦋

[@frankbullitt4556]

very good. Someone needs to ask Ron or his brother Clint

[@leeannchavers3343]

I love a good mystery!

[@cjsansoo7]

He did speak once I believe in the one with Ernest T. Bass. Where they tried to pass Ernest off as someone else at a dance. I may be wrong, but I think he did say a few words.

[@jdsundstrom]

I can't remember him speaking...but I've been wrong before!

[@tonyray7546]

Best show of all time.

[@stevebragg4256]

Not that he would necessarily notice it or remember, some should tweet Ron Howard about it.

[@jdsundstrom]

Great suggestion! Twitter might be the way to go.

[@garyfrancis6193]

This is a continuing mystery. I’m not sure Ron Howard would know as he was very young then. There are other mystery people in other series such ad Dick van Dyke produced by the same production company that shared many supporting actors like Alan Melvin who appeared multiple times in both Dick van Dyke and Andy Griffith shows. I think he was in the old Phil Silvers show also. One actress that was in a ton of different series was Aimzee Strickland who in thd first yesr of TAGS was tried out in one episode as a potential girlfriend for Barney. One mystery actress I have never found info on was in Dick van Dyke episode with the title something like “Where sre you Antonio Stradivarius?” where Rob has amnesia. It’s as if these people tried acting on TV once and quit or in the case of Mr. Schsump was not really an actor but was involved in production and so was handy when they needed him to fill in a continuing bit part. Have you considered whether they actually used his real name? It does sound that it’s made up like Helen Crump,Not very flattering names and they rhyme. It could be Mr. Schwump in real life had no children or family to remember him. As time passes the possibility of anyone knowing who he was is rapidly diminishing or already gone.

[@michaeldougfir9807]

While I would never do disservice to Mr Schwamp, I would rather talk about Otis. He is among my favorites. I live in a county with three prisons! And a large new jail. And I bet none of them has a nicer, better behaved inmate than Otis. I wish my alcoholic father had been the kind of drunk Otis was.

[@jdsundstrom]

Otis was a fun character...and Hal Smith the actor was awesome. You've seen this video, right? kzbin.info/www/bejne/haDCmJWKi8iBm80

[@kperellie]

One thing is certain; Mr. Schwamp wore a bad toupee. But also typical for those times.

[@erikbrooks7712]

I don't ever remember seeing Him SEEN most all of ANDY and Gomer but i guess since he never talked he was just in the back ground,

[@tuckgraph]

I've never heard of this mystery! From his facial features, I thought maybe he was related to Howard McNear, aka Floyd the Barber. Whoever he was, the fact that he was in several different series besides Andy means he either made quite the impression backstage, or he was close to someone involved in all the different shows. Maybe a casting agent or writer. Or a common production company? I love this kind of stuff, and would be perfectly fine with it if we never know his identity.

[@jdsundstrom]

Truthfully, I'm fine if we never find out either. The mystery is what makes it fun!

[@nickperkins8477]

In Floyd Lawson the barber’s first appearance on the series, Howard McNear is not playing him. I don’t know the actor’s name playing Floyd in his first series appearance, but he appears to have been an older man than Mr. McNear was. The character was recast, with Howard McNear playing Floyd Lawson for the rest of the series.

[@jdsundstrom]

Last name of the actor was Baldwin...if I remember correctly.

[@donnaschuppr9834]

Always wondered

[@joelalexander5338]

I really enjoyed your presentation. Just subscribed, and am looking forward to more! Thanks!

[@jdsundstrom]

Welcome aboard, Joel! I look forward to reading more of your comments.

[@jonathanlane4496]

Darn! A few years ago, I used to live in Burbank and would see Ron and Clint Howard around town and in Toluca Lake many times. Wish I knew about this mystery then. I certainly would have asked them if they knew the guy’s name.

[@jdsundstrom]

Missed opportunity!

[@ojnabsekil6531]

Mr Schwamp was really an alien 👽

[@jdsundstrom]

Everything makes sense now!

[@jackkircher1755]

The only thing I have heard about this character was that he was a part of the production staff but thar doesn't make much sense since he appeared in 28 episodes as an extra. I do like the idea that he was a friend, perhaps a childhood friend of Andy's whom Andy wanted to help The man was a beloved actor since he was always smiling though he never spoke a word. I am a diehard fan of the show and even got pretty much all the trivia questions (so far) correct about the show. The few I have gotten wrong were a few minor details I missed while watching the shows many reruns over the years. I would love to own the complete series just because I lovecthe show so much.

[@warp9p659]

Betty Lynn might remember who he was. I think she's still living.

[@jackmarley2755]

His beaver cleaver's biological father.

[@jdsundstrom]

He sure looks like him!

[@frankmunz7296]

RIP Mr.Schwamp.

[@charlescahoon3557]

Did “Nice Dress Nellie” ever get identified? Maybe she and Mr. Schwamp were a secret item in Mayberry.😁

[@jdsundstrom]

Hmmm. Another possibility!

[@giraffesareselfish9563]

Nice Dress Nellie almost always had scenes with Danny Thomas's brother. They both actually spoke in at least one episode.

[@robinluck2922]

He was Clara and Jenny's Mt .Pilot "moonshine runner"... "Only in town for a pick-up Barney"....

[@tirmyta]

If this character appeared in a TV show today, it could be called The Return of Schwamp Thing.

[@jdsundstrom]

That's a good one! 😂

[@tirmyta]

@@jdsundstrom Thanks!

[@nickperkins8477]

Speaking of Robert Stack, I will always associate a kind of unease with him. I used to love the watch the original series Unsolved Mysteries, even though it almost always gave me chills.

[@jdsundstrom]

I think that's exactly what Robert wanted to do.

[@oldcop18]

I wonder what Mr. Schwamp looks like w/o the troupe.

[@CrusoelandProductions]

I like to think that no one knew who he was, not even the cast or crew. He was just some guy who would randomly show up and everyone was like “who the heck is this guy anyway?”, but they didn’t know how to get rid of him, so they kept him in.