MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WCHS) — The city of Morgantown is recognized a legendary entertainer by paying tribute to West Virginia native Don Knotts.
The Metropolitan Theater will be celebrating Knotts’ life and legacy from July 20-24 by showing a marathon of his films and featuring special guests and performances.
Signage along Fife Avenue, named for Knotts’ beloved character of Barney Fife on “The Andy Griffith Show,” was installed by the public works department this week, according to a social media post from the city.
The post noted the nod to Mayberry’s Deputy commemorates 100 years since Knott’s birth in Morgantown on July 21, 1924.
The actor and comedian was also known for his role of Ralph Furley on the popular sitcom “Three’s Company” along with dozens of other projects.
Knotts passed away in 2006 after a battle with lung cancer. He was 81.
Signage along Fife Avenue, named for Knotts’ beloved character of Barney Fife on “The Andy Griffith Show,” was installed by the public works department this week, according to a social media post from the city.
The post noted the nod to Mayberry’s Deputy commemorates 100 years since Knott’s birth in Morgantown on July 21, 1924.
The actor and comedian was also known for his role of Ralph Furley on the popular sitcom “Three’s Company” along with dozens of other projects.
Knotts passed away in 2006 after a battle with lung cancer. He was 81.
