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Texas Actor Joe Don Baker Dies at 89

5/15/2025

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Joe Don Baker, the beloved Texas actor famed for his portrayal of Sheriff Buford Pusser in "Walking Tall" and memorable roles in James Bond films, passed away on May 7 at the age of 89. Celebrated since the 1970s, his legacy lives on through his extensive film and television work. A funeral service is set for Mission Hills, California.

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Joe Don Baker, the beloved Texas actor famed for his portrayal of Sheriff Buford Pusser in "Walking Tall" and memorable roles in James Bond films, passed away on May 7 at the age of 89. Celebrated since the 1970s, his legacy lives on through his extensive film and television work. A funeral service is set for Mission Hills, California.