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‘Dukes of Hazzard’ TV star, singer to celebrate show’s anniversary in Virginia this month

Crystal Graham
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TV actor and singer-songwriter Tom Wopat, better known to his fans as Luke Duke, is currently on tour with stops planned in Virginia and five other states this year.

This year marks the 45th anniversary of the famed “The Dukes of Hazzard” TV series.

Wopat will make a stop at Cooter’s Place in Luray for the 25th anniversary of the museum July 19-21.

Following the appearance in Virginia, he will travel to Iowa, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Indiana and Wisconsin.

Since his days starring on “The Dukes of Hazzard,” Wopat has led a multi-faceted career with roles on Broadway, television and singing in iconic venues including The Ol’ Opera, Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. He had a featured role in Quentin Tarantino’s movie, “Django Unchained.”

He has also released his 13th solo album titled “Simple Man.”

For more information, visit TomWopat.com

Tom Wopat upcoming appearances

  • July 19-21: 25th Anniversary of Cooter’s Place, Luray
  • Aug. 3: General Lee Owners Club at Grumpy’s Bar, Readlyn, Iowa
  • Aug. 10: The Great Pottsville Cruise, Pottsville, Pa.
  • Sept. 11: 9/11 Memorial Show at Manchester Music Hall, Lexington, Ky.
  • Sept. 28: 56th Annual Hope Heritage Days, Hope, Ind.
  • Dec. 21: Christmas Concert at Leo & Leona’s, Bangor, Wisc.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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