Hurst's first wife Candace Kaniecki told TMZ that Hurst died in the morning on Thursday, June 26, and the death was unexpected. She said the cause of death is unknown. Additionally, the official fan ...

Rick Hurst, the actor known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg on The Dukes of Hazzard, has died. He was 79. According to the actor’s wife Candace Kaniecki, he died unexpectedly on Thursday in Los Angeles ...

Rick Hurst, best known as Deputy Cletus Hogg on 'The Dukes of Hazzard' & father to Ryan Hurst, died at 79. Learn more about the actor here. Rick died in Los Angeles on June 26, 2025, at the age of 79.

Dukes of Hazzard stars John Schneider and Tom Wopat have responded to reports that their former co-star Rick Hurst has passed away at the age of 79. Hurst played Cletus Hogg on the popular series.

Originally appeared on E! Online. The "Dukes of Hazzard" community is in mourning. Rick Hurst, who played Deputy Cletus Hogg on the iconic CBS series for five seasons, died Thursday in Los Angeles, ...

Houston actor Rick Hurst, best known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg in the series "The Dukes of Hazzard," has died. Hurst, 79, died Thursday in Los Angeles, according to his IMDb page and reported by ...

Rick Hurst, known for his role as Deputy Cletus Hogg on ‘The Dukes of Hazzard,’ passed away at the age of 79. Hurst was described as more than a character to fans, with his gentle smile, comedic ...

Actor Rick Hurst, best known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg in the hit sitcom “The Dukes of Hazzard,” has died at age 79.His death was confirmed by Ben Jones, his co-star on the show, who posted a ...

Veteran actor Richard "Rick" Hurst, famed for his portrayal of Deputy Cletus Hogg on The Dukes of Hazzard, has died at the age of 79. Rick's former wife, Candace Kaniecki, broke the news to TMZ, ...