Baker, a former Texas football player who served two years in the U.S. Army before making his television debut, died on May 7 ...

Actor Joe Don Baker, who starred as a crusading Tennessee sheriff in the 1973 film “Walking Tall,” died on May 7, his family ...

But his biggest claim to fame was as the former professional wrestler turned lawman Buford Pusser in 1973's "Walking Tall." ...

Actor Joe Don Baker, who is known for his 'tough guy' characters and established himself as an action star with supporting ...

Award-winning acclaimed actor Joe Don Baker, of Walking Tall and three James Bond films, breathed his last on May 7, 2025, as ...

Actor Joe Don Baker has died at age 89. Baker, originally from Groesbeck, Texas, died on May 7, according to his obituary, which did not specify a cause of death. Born on February 12, 1936, Baker ...

Joe Don Baker during “The Dukes of Hazzard ... Baker, who performed in 57 movies, is well known for his roles in “Walking Tall,” “Mitchell” and more. He also landed co-starring ...

On the celebrated character actor, who walked tall through Westerns, crime pictures, and spy flicks for 60 years.

Veteran actor Joe Don Baker recognized for his strong screen presence and wide range of tough-guy roles, has passed away at ...