There Was More to Comedy Legend Don Knotts Than Anyone Ever Knew

The Andy Griffith Show

Don Knotts left “The Andy Griffith Show” after 1965. He signed a multi-picture deal with Universal Studios, believing the show had ended. however, Griffith kept the show running for another few years due to pressure from the network. Knotts later said he regretted leaving the show.

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