‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star Ben Jones Dead at 84 After ‘Massive’ Heart Attack

The wife of Dukes of Hazzard star Ben Jones has announced her husband’s sudden death. “I lost the love of my life today. Ben passed from a massive heart attack. He was home resting in his favorite chair waiting for the Braves to come on and whoop the Yankees,” Alma Viator wrote via Facebook on Sunday, August 9. “Ben had the most amazing, rich, full life. He loved and was loved by so many. He will be missed. I loved him so, so much.” Jones, best known for his portrayal of mechanic Cooter in the original 1980s action-comedy series, was 84 years old. He and Viator were married...

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