https://www.metv.com/stories/andy-griffith-felt-that-andy-taylor-s-strength-came-from-being-relatable

Andy Taylor was "just a regular guy," and that was his greatest appeal.

George Lindsey loved playing the role of Goober on The Andy Griffith Show (https://www.metv.com/stories/george-lindsey-loved-playing-goober-on-the-andy-griffith-show)

George Lindsey played the role of Goober so well that he had a hard time separating his real life and his Mayberry life.