Ben Jones, ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Actor and Former Lawmaker, Dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played Cooter Davenport in “The Dukes of Hazzard” before serving in US Congress, has died at 84, his wife said.
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- Ben Jones, who played Cooter Davenport in “The Dukes of Hazzard” before serving in US Congress, has died at 84, his wife said.
Ben Jones, the actor best known for playing mechanic Cooter Davenport in the television series “The Dukes of Hazzard,” died on Sunday, August 9, 2026. He was 84.
Jones died from a heart attack, according to his wife, Alma Viator, who announced his death in a Facebook post on Sunday afternoon.
Beyond acting, Jones entered politics and served as a member of the United States House of Representatives. His career moved between entertainment and public office, while his role in “The Dukes of Hazzard” remained his best-known screen performance.
The death was reported by Variety, citing Viator’s announcement.
