Actor Joe Don Baker, Known for Iconic Roles, Dies at 89
Joe Don Baker, famed for his roles in 'Walking Tall' and three James Bond films, has passed away at the age of 89.
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Joe Don Baker, the actor celebrated for his tough-guy roles in films like 'Walking Tall' and his appearances in three James Bond movies, died on May 7 at 89. Born in Texas, Baker made his mark in Hollywood with notable performances in over 50 films, including 'Cape Fear' and 'The Natural.' Known for his kindness, he was a voracious reader with a deep love for animals. His funeral will take place on May 20 in Mission Hills, California, as family and friends remember him fondly.
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Joe Don Baker was known for his roles in 'Walking Tall' as Buford Pusser, the villain Brad Whitaker in the James Bond film 'The Living Daylights,' and as CIA agent Jack Wade in the Bond films 'GoldenEye' and 'Tomorrow Never Dies.' He also appeared in 'Cape Fear,' 'The Natural,' and 'Charley Varrick.'
Joe Don Baker's funeral will take place on May 20 in Mission Hills, California.
Joe Don Baker was remembered fondly by family and friends for his kindness, voracious reading habits, and deep love for animals.
Before his breakthrough, Joe Don Baker established himself with supporting roles in Westerns such as 'Guns of the Magnificent Seven' and 'Wild Rovers,' and appeared on TV in shows like 'Lancer' and 'Ironside.'
Joe Don Baker believed that Hollywood had chased away good writers and criticized the American TV movie production process for being controlled by committees, expressing a preference for foreign work over domestic.
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