Denver Pyle, a character actor best known as Uncle Jesse on television's "The Dukes of Hazzard," has died of lung cancer. He was 77.
Pyle died Thursday at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, hospital officials said Friday.Less than two weeks ago, Pyle mustered the strength to attend the unveiling of his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Pyle's lanky frame brought a Western authenticity to parts in such movies as "The Alamo," "The Man who Shot Liberty Valance" and "Cahill, U.S. Marshal." He also appeared in such TV series as "Bonanza" and "Gunsmoke."