Ben Jones (American actor and politician) running from 1979 to 1985 and garnering countless fans throughout the world. When meeting with fans at a recent autograph signing session, Jones stated he 'greatly disapproved' the production of "The Dukes of Hazzard" movies (2005, 2007). Jones stated that he disliked the portrayal of Uncle Jesse by Willie Nelson and the portrayal of Daisy Duke by Jessica Simpson. Jones stated that the original TV show, was a 'family television show', but with Hollywood's adaptation, it wasn't 'as family friendly'. Following the end of "The Dukes of Hazzard", Jones entered the political arena as a Democrat. In 1986, he ran
Theme from The Dukes of Hazzard (Good Ol' Boys) and his late father. Along with Willie Nelson and Ben L. Jones (Cooter on the series), Waylon Jennings sang the song in an extended version. Alvin and the Chipmunks covered the song while driving The General Lee for their album "The Chipmunks Go Hollywood" (1982). In 2006, John Schneider (Bo Duke), Tom Wopat (Luke Duke), and Catherine Bach (Daisy Duke) made a music video, as seen on the 7th Season DVD of the series. Schneider also covered the song. In "The Dukes of Hazzard" film adaptation (2005), a recording of Waylon Jennings was used in one scene, also, as heard