Ben Jones, who achieved pop-culture fame by playing the friendly mechanic Cooter Davenport across all seven seasons of the classic television series *The Dukes of Hazzard*, died at the age of 84 following a massive heart attack. Beyond his successful television, music, and writing career in Hollywood, Jones transitioned into public service, representing Georgia\u2019s 4th congressional district for two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives. His multifaceted life bridged the worlds of entertainment, Southern culture, and American politics before his passing at his home.
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