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She studied dance at an early age and began acting in her teens. She was born in Kansas City, Mo., on August 29, 1926.
#ANDY GRIFFITH MOD#
Over the years, Lynn appeared in popular shows including The Mod Squad (19), Barnaby Jones (1978), and a character called Sarah in the legal drama Matlock. She also appeared in seven episodes of the sitcom My Three Sons, playing different characters between 1967-1971. The two men shared an uncomfortable secret. But Knotts had a complicated relationship with his coworker and dear friend, Andy Griffith. Remembered primarily for his role of Deputy Barney Fife on The Andy Griffith Show, Knotts’ work catapulted audiences into laughing fits. In the run-up to her most prominent role on Andy Griffith, Lynn had parts on the big screen in 1950's Cheaper by the Dozen (again, with Webb), and the short-lived Where's Raymond? television series, starring Ray Bolger from 1953-1954. Don Knotts was all of these things and more during the remarkable 81 years of his life. It wasn’t having a boss figure that Andy Griffith disliked. It would add some tension and a little comedy. He figured that he could be a boss to Sheriff Taylor. The character that Sheldon Leonard thought the Andy Griffith Show absolutely needed was a mayor.
#ANDY GRIFFITH TV#
Lynn began acting professionally in TV and film in the late 1940s, including in Sitting Pretty (1948), starring Robert Young, Clifton Webb, and Maureen O'Hara. The Mayberry Character That Andy Griffith Hated. Betty's performances onscreen and the memories of her by those who were fortunate to meet her and know her will enable those feelings to continue." "Betty brought so much joy and love to so many people. It was clear from our first encounter that faith, family, friends, and - very, very importantly - her fans are the things that meant the most to her," Jones' statement read. "It has been my tremendous honor and joy to work with Betty and to be her friend for many years. Tanya Jones, executive director of the Surry Arts Council, released a statement about her friend Lynn on Sunday. Frank Carrroll/Getty Don Knotts and Betty Lynn 17 - Andy Samuel Griffith Jr., son of the star of 'The Andy Griffith Show' and 'Matlock,' was found dead early Wednesday in a Los Angeles apartment, the Los Angeles County.