7. Keeshan Lasted Two Years
For two years Keeshan raked in his glorious $35 a week salary, but as these things go, jealousy and suspicion set in. Smith suspected Keeshan of attempting to unionize with other cast members. In 1952, they fired Keeshan from the show, replacing him with another actor. Anyone can play a clown with the same makeup. For Keeshan it was a mixed blessing as he then landed in the role of Captain Kangaroo, where he actually needed a rake for all the money he made.