Three's Company
1977
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Jul 11, 2023 · Before Don Knotts became a household name for his roles on television and film, he scored some of his first comedy gigs serving in the US Army. His earliest work included a partner – a dummy named Danny – but he’d eventually go solo following World War II.
In 2004, TV Guide ranked him number 27 on its 50 Greatest TV Stars of All Time list. [4] Knotts was born in West Virginia, the youngest of four children. In the 1940s, before earning a college degree, he served in the United States Army and in World War II.
Feb 6, 2024 · Knotts finished his military stint after nearly three years. He was discharged in January 1946 as a Technician Grade 5 (Corporal). While serving, he was awarded a WWII Victory Medal, the Philippine Liberation Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal (including four bronze service stars), the American Campaign Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal ...
Feb 13, 2021 · Knotts was drafted into military service in 1943. He was 19 years old. He was assigned to “Detachment X,” a unit of the services made up of “army men drawn from various branches who shared a...
During his military service, Knotts was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal (with 4 bronze service stars), Army Good Conduct Medal, Marksman Badge (with a Carbine BAR) and Honorable Service Lapel Pin.
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Sep 23, 2003 · David Mikkelson. Published Sept. 23, 2003. Claim: Actor Don Knotts once served as a drill instructor for the U.S. Marine Corps. FALSE. Example: [Collected on the Internet, 2003] I heard that...
Apr 2, 2014 · In 1979, Don Knotts returned to his successful TV roots, joining the risqué hit comedy Three's Company as the eccentric, leisure suit-clad landlord Mr. Furley. He remained on the show until it ...
