As TV fans of the classic CBS sitcom mourn the late actor's passing, an original member of 'The Dukes of Hazzard' cast has released a heartfelt tribute.

Former Dukes of Hazzard star Richard Hurst has died at the age of 79, his ex-wife confirmed. Hurst's first wife, Candace Kaniecki, told TMZ that Hurst passed away on Thursday, June 26, in Los Angeles.

Richard Hurst, best known for his role as Deputy Cletus Hogg on 'The Dukes of Hazzard,' has died at age 79.

While remembered for his role in 'The Dukes of Hazzard', actor Rick Hurst sadly passed away at the age of 79.

He also reprised his role as Cletus for the 1997 The Dukes of Hazzard: Reunion! movie and the 2000 The Dukes of Hazzard: Hazzard in Hollywood.

Rick Hurst, who played Deputy Cletus Hogg on "The Dukes of Hazzard," died unexpectedly at the age of 79, his ex-wife Candace Kaniecki confirmed.

Rick Hurst, who played Deputy Cletus Hogg on "The Dukes of Hazzard," died unexpectedly at the age of 79, his ex-wife Candace Kaniecki confirmed.

Rick Hurst, the actor known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg on 'The Dukes of Hazzard', has died. He was 79.