https://www.metv.com/stories/don-knotts-and-andy-griffith-shared-a-dislike-for-sitcoms

"You see, Andy I have a pet hate - situation comedy," said Knotts.

Don Knotts was at the head table of his high school reunion— But not because he was famous! (https://www.metv.com/stories/don-knotts-took-a-seat-at-the-head-table-of-his-60-year-reunion-here-s-why-it-wasn-t-just-fame)

The 60-year gathering was held in 2002.