Baker, a former Texas football player who served two years in the U.S. Army before making his television debut, died on May 7 ...

But his biggest claim to fame was as the former professional wrestler turned lawman Buford Pusser in 1973's "Walking Tall." ...

Joe Don Baker’s passing highlights the dangers of lung cancer Read about his Hollywood journey and what everyone should know ...

An independent release from Bing Crosby Productions, Walking Tall was distributed by Cinerama Releasing Corp. and became a ...

Actor Joe Don Baker, who is known for his 'tough guy' characters and established himself as an action star with supporting ...

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

On the celebrated character actor, who walked tall through Westerns, crime pictures, and spy flicks for 60 years.

The Texas native found stardom in 1973 playing the real-life moonshine-busting Tennessee Sheriff Buford Pusser in the surprise hit "Walking Tall." A string of memorable roles utilizing his ...