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  • ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star James Best–Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane–Dies at 88

    Dukes of Hazzard star James Best, known for his role as Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane, died Monday, April 6th in North Carolina at the age of 88.

    In addition to the Dukes of Hazzard, Best also appeared in many other roles on both TV and in films. Those roles included The Caine Mutiny (1954), alongside actor Humphrey Bogart, and The Left Handed Gun, in which he starred with Paul Newman. He also appeared on The Andy Griffith Show, Bonanza, and Gunsmoke.

    An obituary for the actor is posted on his website. The Dukes of Hazzard clearly played a big role in his life.

    “Throughout the decades that followed its seven-season run and two reunion movies, “Dukes” continued to keep Jimmie busy with reunions and personal appearances at festivals and fan gatherings. Through the enormous viewership of “Dukes” reruns, the popularity of the show has now spanned several generations of fans,” his obituary reads.

    Tom Wopat, known for his Dukes of Hazzard role as Luke Duke, was quoted in the obituary as well.

    “He was a fine actor, director and mentor, and an even better friend,” he wrote.

    Sonny Shroyer, who played Deputy Sheriff Enos Strate in the series wrote, “James Best will go down as one of the greatest actors that ever lived.

    James Best appeared on The Dukes of Hazzard from 1979 to 1985–throughout the show’s entire run.

    In addition to acting, James Best also ran an acting school. Some of his notable students throughout the years included Clint Eastwood, Farrah Fawcett, Regis Philbin and Quentin Tarantino.

    The acting world has certainly lost a beloved character in the passing of Dukes of Hazzard star James Best. The actor is survived by his wife, Dorothy Collier, his son Gary Allen Best and wife Angela, his daughter JoJami Best Tyler and husband Eric, and his daughter Janeen Damian and husband Michael Damian; as well as by grandchildren Lauren Best, Cameron Tyler, and Tessa Tyler.

  • ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star James Best–Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane–Dead at 88

    Dukes of Hazzard star James Best, known for his role as Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane, died Monday in North Carolina at the age of 88.

    Born in Kentucky, the actor also appeared in many other roles on both TV and in films. Those roles included The Caine Mutiny (1954), alongside actor Humphrey Bogart, and The Left Handed Gun, in which he starred with Paul Newman. He also appeared on popular TV programs including The Andy Griffith Show, Bonanza, and Gunsmoke.

    James Best appeared on The Dukes of Hazzard from 1979 to 1985–throughout the show’s entire run.

    An obituary for the actor is posted on his website. The Dukes of Hazzard clearly played a big role in his life.

    “Throughout the decades that followed its seven-season run and two reunion movies, “Dukes” continued to keep Jimmie busy with reunions and personal appearances at festivals and fan gatherings. Through the enormous viewership of “Dukes” reruns, the popularity of the show has now spanned several generations of fans,” his obituary reads.

    Tom Wopat, known for his Dukes of Hazzard role as Luke Duke, was quoted in the obituary as well.

    “He was a fine actor, director and mentor, and an even better friend,” he wrote.

    Sonny Shroyer, known for his Dukes of Hazzard role as Deputy Sheriff Enos Strate in the series, wrote, “James Best will go down as one of the greatest actors that ever lived.”

    In addition to acting, James Best also ran an acting school. Some of his notable students throughout the years included Clint Eastwood, Farrah Fawcett, Regis Philbin and Quentin Tarantino.

    The acting world has certainly lost a beloved character in the passing of Dukes of Hazzard star James Best. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Collier, as well as son Gary Allen Best and wife Angela, daughter JoJami Best Tyler and husband Eric, and daughter Janeen Damian and husband Michael Damian; and by grandchildren Lauren Best, Cameron Tyler, and Tessa Tyler.

  • Dukes of Hazzard are Releasing a Christmas Album

    Bo and Luke Duke are back. Well, John Schneider and Tom Wopat are back together. Both men have enjoyed success as singers since their hit TV show The Dukes of Hazzard. Schneider has had hit country songs. Wopat has performed in Broadway musicals, to much acclaim.

    The pair have sung together in concert before, but now they are releasing a project together. It is a Christmas album called Home for Christmas.

    “I think this is a fresh take on the Christmas album,” Tom Wopat said in a statement. “Jazz fans and serious musicians will appreciate what we’ve done with theses tunes. Our arranger John Oddo has a true affinity for that classic 50s and 60s sound. He really nails it. [Jazz pianist and arranger] Tedd Firth is a major talent and a creative voice. And, of course, I love singing with John Schneider. The timbre of our voices match, the harmonies blend so easily. Plus, he’s a barrel of laughs.”

    John Schneider said, “Tom and I really bring out the best in each other. We may not sound alike when we talk, but when we sing sometimes you can’t tell us apart. In the studio, I put him first and he puts me first. If that’s not friendship, I don’t know what is.”

    The album is not just a collection of Christmas tunes. There are short spoken pieces between some songs that feature the pair’s humor. Think of it like a Tenacious D album, but with jazz arrangements and the humor of the Dukes of Hazzard.

    The album is in stores and online October 28. The duo will put on a concert at Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater on December 2 at 9:30 PM.

    Here is the track listing for Home for Christmas:

    1. Merry Christmas (:17)
    2. “Christmas Time is Here” (3:14)
    3. “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” (3:05)
    4. “Cool Yule” (3:21)
    5. “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (3:34)
    6. “Even the Snow (Falls for You)” (3:13)
    7. Love (0:13)
    8. “Sleigh Ride” (3:56)
    9. “Christmas Waltz” (3:23)
    10. “Johnny, It’s Cold Outside” (3:23)
    11. “The Secret of Christmas” (3:08)
    12. Coal (0:05)
    13. “Blue Xmas” (2:53)
    14. “Holiday Season” (2:48)
    15. Ponch & John (0:13)
    16. “On a Quiet Christmas Morn” (2:55)
    17. “Silver Bells” (2:48)
    18. Egg Nog (0:11)