Ben Jones, Dukes of Hazzard actor, dies aged 84

American actor Ben Jones, best known to millions as Cooter, the friendly but mischievous mechanic from the television series The Dukes of Hazzard, has died at the age of 84. His wife, Alma Viator, announced that he passed away following a massive heart attack. According to Viator, Jones was resting in his favourite chair, waiting for the Braves game to begin, hoping to watch them defeat the Yankees. Beyond his acting career, Jones served as a member of the US Congress representing Georgia. The news of his death was reported by Deadline.