Beloved ‘Walking Tall’ Star
Joe Don Baker Dead at 89
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Iconic actor Joe Don Baker has passed away at the age of 89, according to confirmation from Nova Play.
Baker, renowned for his extensive work in cinema, left this world on May 7, as noted in a family obituary released late Wednesday. The details surrounding his cause of death remain undisclosed.
Born in Texas, Baker pursued his passion for acting after his service in the U.S. Army, eventually moving to New York City to refine his skills. He made his television debut in the 1960s and went on to build a diverse career, featuring in over 50 movies.
His impressive body of work includes titles such as “Fletch,” “Walking Tall,” “Cape Fear,” “Final Justice,” “Joe Dirt,” “Congo,” and “Mars Attacks!,” along with notable roles in a couple of James Bond films.
Baker was 89 years old at the time of his passing.
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May he rest in peace.
