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L.Q. Jones, a veteran film and television actor, has died. He was 94.
The actor’s grandson, Erté deGarces, confirmed Jones' death in a statement to PEOPLE.
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Born as Justice Ellis McQueen on Aug. 19, 1927, in Beaumont, Texas, the star eventually took on his stage name with his first film role — the 1955 Raoul Walsh filmBattle Cry, according toVariety.
In the years following, Jones took part in various film projects, including many of Sam Peckinpah’s western movies, such asThe Wild Bunch,Ride the High Country,Major Dundee,The Battle of Cable HogueandPat Garrett and Billy the Kid.
He appeared in many other films, most notably,Casino,The Edge,The PatriotandThe Mask of Zorro. His last film role was in 2006’sA Prairie Home Companion.
Alongside dozens of acting credits in film, Jones made many appearances on television as well, including inGunsmoke,The VirginianandBonanza, plusCharlie’s Angels,Hawaii-Five-0andThe Incredible Hulk.
Jones also worked as an independent filmmaker,The Wrapreports, having helped make four films throughout his long-running career, including 1975’s science-fiction comedy,A Boy and His Dog, which he directed, produced and wrote the script for.
source: people.com
