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

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

Joe Don Baker’s journey to stardom began in the 1960s. He quickly gained recognition for his ability to play both heroes and villains with equal skill. Beyond ‘Walking Tall,’ Baker starred ...

Hollywood actor Joe Don Baker, who was best known for his work in the 1973 film Walking Tall, passed away on May 7 at the age of 89, his family announced in an obituary. However, the cause of his ...

of James Bond and ‘Walking Tall,’ dies at 89 Endurance swimmer is attempting first-ever swim around Martha’s Vineyard ahead of ‘Jaws’ anniversary While the festival’s photo calls ...

Actors Gene Hackman, Val Kilmer, Joe Don Baker, George Wendt ... Tennessee Sheriff Buford Pusser in the surprise hit "Walking Tall." A string of memorable roles utilizing his intimidating presence ...

Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson had her moment at the ongoing edition of the Cannes Film Festival. The actress' feature directorial debut “Eleanor the Great" competing in the Un Certain ...