In the 1960s, he was a featured guest on the classic San Francisco Bay
Area children's television program, "Hocus Pocus".
In November 2002, he was a finalist at the LDSBOX Film Festival in Utah
for his short music video called "Amazing" and for one of his
full-length screenplays entitled "Below Par". He writes mostly family
films and true story dramas.
Daughters: Shelby (b. 1991) and Amy (b. 2002)
He has given numerous public speeches, MC'd various programs and
events, and narrated many special programs. He has also participated in
many theatrical plays.
Son: Andy Arness Jr. (b. 1985)
Graduated from Brigham Young University of Idaho / Ricks College where
he made the Honor Roll and played on the football team.