Andy Griffith had this to say about continuing The Andy Griffith Show without Don Knotts

 

Saying goodbye to friends is always difficult, but for two friends like Don Knotts and Andy Griffith, who spent five seasons together on The Andy Griffith Show before Knotts decided to call it quits, Saying goodbye must be especially difficult. While Barney Fife often made guest appearances after he retired as a regular character, viewers became accustomed to seeing Fife and Taylor together on their television screens once in a while. consistent way.

In an interview with the Associated Press, Griffith discussed Knotts’ departure and the fact that Knotts is no longer there. Griffith admitted, “Sure, I miss Don.” but still insisted that the show must go on. He added. “Except for Don Knott leaving, the show will be the same.” He said, “We’ve done five shows. Jack Burns played my deputy in one of them and it went really well, so I guess he’ll be back for more.” ”

Griffith is, of course, talking about Jack Burns, the actor best known for his brief role as Warren Ferguson, who tried to replace Fife as deputy sheriff.

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Griffith also asserted that he initially did not expect the series to last as long as it did. Initially, he said, “I want three years.” He continued, “After that, we signed two more people – and I didn’t think about staying because I thought five years was enough. But after that, I didn’t particularly want to do anything anymore, because So now we’re here for another year.” this season, and if all goes well, maybe even another season.”

The actor is happy in the role of Sheriff Taylor, and more importantly, becomes the audience’s guide. He said, “The audience really sees the show through my eyes, and I step up at the end to end it.”