Mainly, I thought of Barney as a kid. You can always look into the faces of kids and see what they’re thinking, if they’re happy or sad. That’s what I tried to do with Barney.
Meaning of the quote
Don Knotts, the American actor, is saying that he saw the character Barney as a child. He believed you can look at a child's face and understand their feelings, whether they are happy or sad. That's what Knotts tried to do when playing the role of Barney.
About Don Knotts
Don Knotts was an acclaimed American actor and comedian, best known for his role as Deputy Sheriff Barney Fife on the beloved TV sitcom The Andy Griffith Show. He won five Emmy Awards for his iconic performance and also starred in several popular comedy films throughout his career.
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