David Browning

A wonderful time of my life!  Now, as of March of 2021, I retired to pursue new and exciting things.

David Browning spent thirty-two years traveling and entertaining as the Mayberry Deputy.  Working with Don Knotts, George Lindsey, James Best, and many others from The Andy Griffith Show.  Since his eventual slowing down and beginning the process of retiring from his life on the road, David has taken up new and challenging activities.  

David L Browning Art

David is a multifaceted entertainer whose improvisation talent and characterizations allowed him to work in many locations and for many diverse groups of people.  Mayberry is a universal theme and provided opportunities for performances in forty states, Canada, cruise ships and much more.

David has had experience as an actor, theater director, and marketing professional. (Professional experience) For years David was a mainstay for the local theatre at Virginia Intermont College, Sullins College, Dogwood Theatre and Theatre Bristol.

Since 2016 he has embarked on an adventure in art.  Oils and Acrylic have been mediums used for his paintings and can be found at,  Home | DLBrush

“The Mayberry Deputy/David Browning is A BRIDGE between The Andy Griffith Show and today.”
Don Knotts, Actor & Barney Fife