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THE ACTOR 🎬 BEN JONES 🎬 For many television fans, he will always be remembered as Cooter Davenport, the friendly mechanic from The Dukes of Hazzard. But did you know Ben Jones has a Portsmouth connection? Ben Jones spent part of his youth in Portsmouth and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School before going on to build a remarkable career as an actor, writer, businessman, and public servant. Jones became nationally known for portraying Cooter Davenport on The Dukes of Hazzard, one of the most popular television shows of the late 1970s and 1980s. His character became a fan favorite and remains one of the most recognizable figures from the series. Beyond acting, Jones also served in the Georgia House of Representatives and later represented Georgia in the United States Congress, proving that his talents extended far beyond television. While many people know him from the small screen, Portsmouth can claim a connection to a man whose career spanned entertainment, politics, and public service. * Did you know Ben Jones attended school in Portsmouth? * Were you a fan of Cooter and The Dukes of Hazzard? Share your memories below as we continue exploring the people connected to Portsmouth’s history. #ILovePortsmouthVA #PortsmouthHistory #BenJones #Cooter #DukesOfHazzard #WoodrowWilsonHighSchool #PortsmouthVA Photo Credit: People Magazine