Unraveling A Comedy Legend: Facts About Don Knotts That Will Shock You

“Don and Danny”

Before becoming a household name on “The Andy Griffith Show,” Don Knotts wanted to be a ventriloquist. When he got out of high school, he made it his full-time career. His doll was named Danny, thinking that “Don and Danny” was a catchy phrase. Knotts eventually found more success pairing up with human partners like Tim Conway. The comedy duo made many films together.