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His story was therefore one of extraordinary contrasts.

He was an actor who became a politician.

He was a television personality who became a public servant.

And he was a performer whose most famous fictional character remained an important part of his identity long after the cameras stopped rolling.

## The Face Behind Cooter Davenport

For many fans, Cooter Davenport was one of the defining personalities of *The Dukes of Hazzard*.

The series became a major part of American television culture, blending comedy, action, fast cars, family loyalty and exaggerated Southern storytelling. At the center of its world were Bo and Luke Duke, but the show’s supporting characters helped give Hazzard County its personality.

Cooter was one of those essential figures.

As the owner and operator of Cooter’s Garage, he was closely connected to the Duke family. His mechanical expertise was particularly valuable in a show where automobiles were constantly being driven, damaged, repaired and pushed to their limits.