Ben Jones, ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star and Georgia Politician, Dies at 84
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Ben Jones, who played Cooter Davenport on The Dukes of Hazzard, died at 84 from a massive heart attack. Beyond acting, he served as Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District representative (1988–1994) and held leadership roles with SAG and the Georgia Film Commission, with condolences pouring in from former co-stars and colleagues.
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- Ben Jones Dies: Cooter On ‘Dukes Of Hazzard,’ Georgia Congressman Was 84 Deadline
- Ben Jones, ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Actor and Congressman, Dies at 84 The New York Times
- Ben Jones, 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor turned congressman, has died 9News
- ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ cast member, former Georgia congressman, dies WSB-TV
- ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ cast member dies at 84 WHIO TV
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