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Cooter Davenport Actor Ben Jones Dies | Dayton News
Ben Jones, beloved actor who brought Cooter Davenport to life on “The Dukes of Hazzard,” has died at 84 from a heart attack. A cornerstone of the show’s seven seasons and a mechanic who kept the General Lee roaring, Jones also served two terms in Congress before redistricting ended his political run. He later tried again without success, but his passion for the show never faded—he opened fan-favorite Dukes-themed attractions, hosted cast reunions, and even starred in films like “Smokey and the Bandit.” Co-star Tom Wopat hailed him as essential to the show’s magic and a tireless advocate for…
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