Sheriff Buford Pusser’s fame reached beyond McNairy County in the 1960s and 70s. In fact, he ran in the same circles as Elvis, Bill Graham and big politicians at the time.

He was 89 years old. Joe Don Baker as Sheriff Buford Pusser in "Walking Tall." (Cinerama) He was born in Groesbeck, Texas, less than an hour's drive from Waco, on Feb. 12, 1936. An only child ...

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 ...

Actor Joe Don Baker ... He was 89. Baker, who also had roles in three films from the James Bond franchise, was best known for his role as Sheriff Buford Pusser in “Walking Tall.” ...