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Ben Jones, 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: AP via Scripps News Group, as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · August 11, 2026 · 1 min read

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A familiar face in television and politics has passed away. Ben Jones, known for his role as Cooter Davenport in "The Dukes of Hazzard," died at the age of 84. He suffered a heart attack at his home in Washington, Virginia.

Jones' death was confirmed by Rappahannock County Sheriff Connie Compton. S. House.

Further details about Jones' life and career are available from NewsChannel 5 WTVF.

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Category: local · Published: August 11, 2026 · Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Ben Jones, 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84

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