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Texas-born actor Joe Don Baker, who wielded a big stick in 'Walking Tall,' dies at 89
Joe Don Baker, the leading man turned character actor who broke out playing Sheriff Buford Pusser in the 1973 movie "Walking ...
‘James Bond’ and ‘Walking Tall’ actor Joe Don Baker dead at 89
Hollywood has lost one of their own. Actor Joe Don Baker died at age 89 on May 7, per his obituary. The star was perhaps best ...
Well-known James Bond actor, star of ‘Walking Tall’ dies at 89
Joe Don Baker Circa 1980's. The Texas actor, known for his starring role in "Walking Tall" and appearing in several James ...
Joe Don Baker, star of “Walking Tall” and the James Bond films “Tomorrow Never Dies” and “GoldenEye”, dies at 89
Actor Joe Don Baker, best known for his role as Sheriff Buford Pusser in the unexpected 1973 box-office hit Walking Tall, ...
Remembering the Late Joe Don Baker, Dead at 89, Arguably the First American Bond Villain
Joe Don Baker, beloved character actor who populated classic films from “Walking Tall” to “Cape Fear” with his unique spin on ...
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Why did Joe Don Baker leave Walking tall? Buford Pusser friendship explored as actor passes away
The Walking Tall films, which were influenced by the life of Tennessee sheriff Buford Pusser, profoundly impacted the 1970s film industry and American pop culture.
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Joe Don Baker, supporting Bond character and star of 'Walking Tall,' has died
But his biggest claim to fame was as the former professional wrestler turned lawman Buford Pusser in 1973's "Walking Tall." ...
‘Walking Tall’ actor, known for James Bond roles, dead at 89: ‘A beacon of kindness and generosity’
Joe Don Baker, the Texas native who starred in “Walking Tall” and took part in the James Bond franchise, died May 7, his family announced. He was 89. No cause of death was provided.
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Who was Joe Don Baker's wife? Family details explored as tribute pours in for star's death at 89
Texan actor and Walking Tall star Joe Don Baker passed away on May 7, 2025, as confirmed by his family members.
Actor Joe Don Baker, of James Bond and ‘Walking Tall,’ dies at 89
Actor Joe Don Baker, whose star turn in “Walking Tall” and appearances in three Bond films endeared him to legions of fans, ...