Real-Life Opposites
In real life, Andy was known to be more reserved compared to Barney, who was always joking around. In turn, fans will find it interesting that their off-screen personalities were quite different from what people saw on the show. Yes, that means that Knotts was actually a pretty serious guy. Wow!
Real Life Opposites
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Knotts Wanted Half The Show
When the cast thought the show was over after the fifth season, Knotts went off and found work elsewhere. When Griffith came aboard for the sixth season, though, Knotts agreed to do the same — but under one condition: he wanted part ownership of the show. Griffith said no to him, which is exactly when Knotts decided to not return as Barney.
Knotts Wanted Half The Show