You might know Don Knotts from The Andy Griffith Show, where he played the iconic character, Barney Fife. But, the extremely talented actor continued to bring laughter to American homes for decades. Keep reading to find out more about the fascinating life of Don Knotts, the comedy phenomenon.
Award-Winning Actor
Don Knotts’ portrayal of Barney Fife on The Andy Griffith Show earned him five Primetime Emmys for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. The show went on to win numerous awards by other actors during its television run. The awards Don Knotts received are still impressive and definitely add to the beloved show’s prestige.
Award-Winning Actor
Enlisted In The Army
At 19 years old, Knotts enlisted in the US Army. For a week, he was an Army Reservist before being transferred to active duty status and reporting for active duty on June 21st. Just like many others who were drafted in 1943, he did not fire even a single bullet in World War II. He was in a special services unit that spent most of their time entertaining fellow soldiers, helping to keep soldiers’ spirits up.
Enlisted In The Army
