The Texan also was memorable in 'Junior Bonner' and 'Charley Varrick' and as two different characters — one good guy, one bad ...

He also appeared in the Houston-shot 'Reality Bites' and he played in three James Bond films, 'GoldenEye,' 'Tomorrow Never ...

Joe Don Baker, who rose to fame after his film "Walking Tall" became an overnight success in 1973, has died at 89.

Joe Don Baker, beloved character actor who populated classic films from “Walking Tall” to “Cape Fear” with his unique spin on ...

Joe Don Baker died May 7 at 89. He played Sheriff Buford Pusser in 1973's 'Walking Tall,' toplined NBC's 'Eischied' and ...

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 and Groesbeck native Joe Don Baker has passed away at age 89. Baker passed away on May 7, according to his obituary. He ...

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

Baker, whose acting career lasted nearly five decades, "was a beacon of kindness and generosity," his obituary reads ...

Actor Joe Don Baker died at age 89 on May 7, per his obituary. The star was perhaps best known for his role as Sheriff Buford ...

The strapping Texan appeared in dozens of films and TV shows, delivering his most memorable performance as the crime-busting ...

Actor Joe Don Baker has died at age 89. Baker, originally from Groesbeck, Texas, died on May 7, according to his obituary, ...