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Here's why Dick Van Dyke joined Carol Burnett after Harvey Korman left It was a long-awaited comedy collision!
Don Knotts said that trying to make Andy Griffith break character on The Andy Griffith Show made him funnier They were best pals, and even better actors.
Frances Bavier is in the pilot of The Andy Griffith Show, but she did not play Aunt Bee Her first Mayberry character was Henrietta Perkins.
Rod Serling said that to be remembered as a writer was an honor Serling wasn't just a writer; he was THE writer.
A life lesson from Sheldon Leonard: If you want something done right, you've got to do it yourself The sentiment earned Leonard his career.
Don Knotts' favorite episode of The Andy Griffith Show is probably yours too Can you guess which episode won his heart?
Ann B. Davis loved to dust on the set of The Brady Bunch Ann B. Davis never wanted to play a leading lady on 'The Brady Bunch,' she was content with dusting.
Did you ever visit Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone at Universal Studios? In the '90s, Universal Studios was the premier destination for family fun. Find out how Woody Woodpecker joined the thrills with his own themed land!
This was the reason why Joanna Moore regretted losing her southern drawl after she was cast in The Andy Griffith Show Originally, Moore had no intention of pursuing acting.
Wagon Train's Robert Horton was a star onstage as well From Wagon Train to Broadway, Robert Horton’s love for musical comedy led him to a successful stage career with his wife, Marilynn Bradley. Find out more about their unique partnership.
Andy Griffith subtly evolved in his iconic role as Sheriff Andy Taylor— here's how Howard McNear helped! Delve into Andy Griffith's transformation as an actor and how his portrayal of Sheriff Andy Taylor grew!
Rod Serling loved to visit the set of The Andy Griffith Show Two worlds colliding!
Chuck Connors considered his success ''unnatural'' Being in Hollywood was far different from the Old West.
This was why Ray Harryhausen didn't like being called a ''special effects man'' Harryhausen possessed a range of talents.
How well do you know Opie? Test your knowledge of The Andy Griffith Show's breakout star! Are you ready to see if you can score a perfect 10 and prove you’re a true Opie expert? Take the quiz now and find out!
Here's the advice Lucille Ball gave to aspiring actors and entertainers What's Lucy's secret to success? Grape stomping, bear wrestling, silliness and a lot of hard work.
Andy Griffith once said that The Andy Griffith Show wouldn't work as a series if Sheriff Taylor got married Here's why wedding bells would not ring in The Andy Griffith Show.
Daily Andy Griffith Quote Quiz: ''The Family Visit'' Hey... Who said that?!
Julie London had to work with her ex-husband on Emergency! — and you'll never guess who it was! She was working for her ex-husband while co-starring with her current husband!
Andy Griffith and Don Knotts had an opportunity to reconnect when Griffith offered Knotts the role of Barney Fife The two pals were long overdue for a reunion.
Hal Smith said that this was the hardest part of playing Otis on The Andy Griffith Show The actor only had one issue with the role.
The Twilight Zone episode that inspired ''Sinners'' Ryan Coogler breaks genre boundaries with ''Sinners", a Gothic vampire horror rooted in Black Southern history. Here's how some unexpected classics helped shape one of 2025's most daring films.
8 of the best questions, answers and interactions from the Q+A sessions on The Carol Burnett Show Burnett's quick-wit and situational comedy abilities made the Q+A sessions a must-watch for any fan of her variety show.
This was the surprising off-screen obsession of Bonanza star Dan Blocker Big Hoss liked high horsepower!
The producer and Jim Nabors spent a lot of time perfecting Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. Jim Nabors and Gomer Pyle were both small-town boys with a lot of optimism.
Daily Andy Griffith Quote Quiz: ''Barney's Physical'' Hey... Who said that?!
Meet Doogie Sandtiger: Inside the Collection Step aside, glass slipper — these Crocs are the real fairy tale!
Russell Johnson on the heyday of television: ''If you are an actor today and you are not in a TV series, you are in trouble.'' Like peanut butter and jelly, actors and television simply go together.
The Fugitive's Barry Morse said that he dealt with ''abuse'' from fans when he was recognized in public Some fans took the series a bit too seriously.
Gilligan's Island creator Sherwood Schwartz had a backup plan in mind for the series if audiences grew bored with the series It turns out that the best-laid plans come with a secret backup plan.
The mystery of Jerry Mathers' ''death'': How a Vietnam rumor fooled the nation This shocking urban legend claimed Jerry Mathers, star of Leave It to Beaver, died in Vietnam. Learn how this false rumor spread and the truth behind the 1968 report that left fans in disbelief!
Mel Blanc once called the original Woody Woodpecker ugly, and yeah, we sort of agree He's everyone's favorite little cartoon freak.
James Arness was honest about the problems that came with playing Marshal Matt Dillon Heavy is the head that wears the cowboy hat.