‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and former Congressman Ben Jones dead at 84

appeal came from more than comedy or familiarity.

Cooter represented the kind of person viewers felt they already knew.

He seemed like the neighbor who could repair a broken car, share a story while doing it, and remember enough about your family to ask how everyone was doing.

Jones brought a warmth to the role that made the character feel genuine rather continue reading …