The reason Don Knotts left The Andy Griffith Show isn't a great big secret. However, in his memoir, Barney Fife and Other Characters I Have Known, Knotts revealed that he was still questioned about his departure years later. "I do personal appearances from time to time, and at the end...

Don Knotts said this was the question he was always asked when speaking in public

If we close our eyes and picture being famous, chances are we'll envision a pretty sweet deal. There's a lot of perks to being well-known. You probably get a nicer table at restaurants. Sometimes, the meal might even be on the house. There's all the award show gift baskets, too. Plus, there's the chance to rub elbows with other famous people. It could be fun!

Ron Howard: ''There was a time when I pretended The Andy Griffith Show didn't exist.''

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It's been three years since beloved actress Betty Lynn passed away at 95 years old in 2021. As Thelma Lou on TV's 1960s classic sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), actress Lynn was the ideal girl next door. As girlfriend to series star Don Knotts, who played Deputy Barney Fife to Griffith's lead Sheriff Andy Taylor, Lynn made Barney's heart flutter, and maybe a few home viewers too.

In Memory of 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Betty Lynn ('Thelma Lou'): 3 Years After Her Demise

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He was born James King Aurness on May 26, 1923, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and died as actor James Arness on June 3, 2011, in Los Angeles, CA. Best known as the iconic Marshall Matt Dillion who ruled over Dodge City on TV's long-running and beloved Western, Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975), Arness was 88 years old.

'Gunsmoke' Actor James Arness and His Touching Last Words To Fans: 13 Years After His Tragic Death

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It's been 35 years since iconic actress Amanda Blake died of AIDS-related hepatitis on August 16, 1989. Best known as Miss Kitty Russell on TV's long-running Western Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975), Blake was a trailblazer on and off-screen. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Pioneer Actress Amanda 'Miss Kitty' Blake ('Gunsmoke'): 35 Years After Her Tragic Death

We've all seen our fair share of gasp-inducing television moments, but remember a few decades ago when the most shocking thing on television was Mary Tyler Moore in pants?. If you remember Laura Petrie of The Dick Van Dyke Show in her capri pants, you might also remember the strange uproar surrounding it. Women wearing pants? Unheard of! However, Mary Tyler Moore explained in an interview with The Patriot-News that her attire didn't affect the viewers; rather, it was the network that took issue with it.

Here's the real reason why Laura Petrie wore pants on The Dick Van Dyke Show

Jim Nabors refused to fire co-star Frank Sutton and then CBS cancelled his TV variety show. Here's what happened. The Jim Nabors Hourwas broadcast on CBS from 1969 to 1971, following Nabors' decision to end his hit sitcom Gomer Pyle - USMC (CBS, 1964-1969).

Jim Nabors Refused to Fire Co-Star Frank Sutton and Then CBS Cancelled His TV Variety Show

On October 26, 1881, the most famous Wild West battle took place, and it only lasted 30 seconds. This is thanks to Doc Holliday, a dentist, deputy, and outlaw. His story has inspired many books, music, TV shows, and movies. But how many of these fictional Doc Holliday stories are true?

Hollywood Westerns Lied To Us – Here’s The Truth About Doc Holliday (The Photos Are Chilling)

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	Mr. David Washington stands on the grounds that he has tended for decades, amid the Georgia Pines that flood much of the property, as the early-morning June heat creeps across the lawns. Now in his 70s, he’s quick to laugh and does so often, each one punctuating his thick, Southern drawl as he tells the story of the day, some 35 years ago, when Mr. James Brown called out to him and changed his life.James Brown Estate: Photos From the Billboard Shoot




	It was the late 1980s, and Mr. Washington, as everyone calls him, had gotten off a 12-hour shift at the...

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Her parents were acting legends, and she became one, too, on the big screen and small. She is best known for her roles on three classic TV shows: Lassie, Lost in Space, and Petticoat Junction. But she's made countless appearances on television, in movies, and on the stage. Her name is June Lockhart, and on June 25, 2024, she turned 99 years old. This is her story.

The 99-Year-Old Life and Career of June Lockhart ('Lassie', 'Lost in Space', 'Petticoat Junction')

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Television audiences loved each cast member of The Beverly Hillbillies, whether it be Buddy Ebsen as Jed Clampett, Irene Ryan as Granny, Donna Douglas as Elly May Clampett or Max Baer Jr. as cousin (though he always referred to Jed as “uncle”) Jethro Bodine. Sadly, of them all, the only one still with us is Baer.

Max Baer Jr.: 11 Facts About Jethro Bodine from ‘The Beverly Hillbillies’

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Gilligan’s Island star Tina Louise admitted that she never expected her iconic role of Ginger Grant to last as long as it did. “I thought it was going to just last six months, but it seemed to go on forever,” Tina, 90, confessed with a laugh during a recent appearance on New York Living this month.

Tina Louise Never Expected ‘Gilligan’s Island’ to Last 3 Seasons: ‘I Didn’t Really Want to Do It’

You'd think starring in a classic TV show would set you up for life, right? Maybe not "chauffeured Rolls Royce"-levels of wealth, but at the very least, you'd expect an actor would be taken care of. For many stars of TV's yesteryear, that was the case. They might not have been millionaires living in mansions, but they certainly weren't destitute, either.

Max Baer, Jr.: ''We were not paid very well'' on the Beverly Hillbillies

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Richard Simmons' cause of death has been revealed by his family. In a statement to People made by the Simmons family spokesperson, they shared that the fitness guru's cause of death was accidental. "This morning, Richard Simmons' brother Lenny, received a call from the LA Coroner's office. The Coroner informed...

Richard Simmons’ Cause of Death Revealed

Terry Wilson's career reached new heights with his role as "Bill Hawks" in the television series 'Wagon Train,' which aired from 1957 to 1965. As the loyal and dependable wagon master, Wilson's portrayal endeared him to audiences and solidified his place in television history. 2 / 5. 'Wagon Train' cast:...

'Wagon Train': THIS Is Terry Wilson's Sad Cause Of Death

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	Betty A. Bridges, who guested on dozen of popular TV series during a 40-year career ranging from Good Times and Charlie’s Angels to Lou Grant and Hill Street Blues to ER and 2 Broke Girls and later was a prominent acting coach, died August 27. She was 83.Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries




	She died at the Phoenix home of her son, Diff’rent Strokes and reality TV star Todd Bridges, where she had been in hospice care. Rep Elizabeth Much confirmed her death to Deadline, but no cause was given.






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It's been 45 years since beloved character-actor Edgar Buchanan, best known as Uncle Joe Carson on TV's Petticoat Junction, died tragically after brain surgery in 1979. He was 76 years old and this is his story.

In Memory of Actor Edgar Buchannon ('Petticoat Junction'): 45 Years After His Tragic Death

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all commentary and quotes that appear in this article are from an interview conducted by the author with those mentioned.]. After he played little Opie Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968) and before he portrayed Richie Cunningham on Happy Days(ABC, 1973-1984), he played Bob Smith on The Smith Family (ABC, 1971-1972). Today, he's award-winning director Ron Howard, which is how he was billed as first an actor on Happy Days. However, on both the Griffith and Smith shows he was known as Ronny Howard.

After Opie on 'Andy,' and Before Richie on 'Happy Days,' Ron Howard was Bob on 'The Smith Family'

Everybody in Mayberry was important to The Andy Griffith Show. Each citizen had their place, and the show shifted dramatically whenever a character left. But, no character was funnier than Barney. He was the perfect foil for Andy's voice-of-reason Sheriff Taylor. While it's called The Andy Griffith Show, it's pretty...

Which ''Barney'' episode is your favorite?

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Today, the stars are shining a bit dimmer on many of us. Dreams and goals may come with some difficulties. However, the heavens are providing a boost to three zodiac signs. Aries, Virgo, and Sagittarius, you three are feeling an edge. Your endeavors will experience extra support today. You blessed zodiacs, are going to experience a day when your dreams are easier to accomplish. Thanks to the cosmic energy that favors your unique strengths, you will find that your natural skills are enhanced. Whether it is through bold moves, meticulous planning, or an adventurous temperament, you are ready to see your aspirations start to become reality.

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Andy Griffith had the seat Don Knotts used during table readings bronzed and sent it as a goodbye gift when Knotts left the series

Bonded by a similar background and a shared love for comedy, it's difficult to imagine what Andy Griffith and Don Knotts couldn't do when working together....

Andy Griffith had the seat Don Knotts used during table readings bronzed and sent it as a goodbye gift when Knotts left the series

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