Los Angeles, Aug. 10 -- Ben Jones, who featured in CBS action series 'The Dukes of Hazzard' before serving two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, has passed away at the age of 84.

The news of his demise was announced by his wife Alma Viator via a Facebook post. Jones died from a "massive heart attack" at home while preparing to watch a baseball game on TV, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

"I lost the love of my life today. Ben passed from a massive heart attack. He was home resting in his favorite chair waiting for the Braves to come on and whoop the Yankees. Ben had the most amazing rich full life. He loved and was loved by so many. He will be missed. I loved him so so much," read Alma's post.

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