Fans across Hazzard Nation are rallying behind Catherine Bach, beloved for her role as Daisy Duke on The Dukes of Hazzard, after news broke that she’s been hospitalized in Los Angeles.
According to a Facebook post from her longtime co-star Ben Jones (Cooter Davenport) and his wife Alma, Catherine was admitted “on an emergency basis” after developing an embolism, likely following a recent surgery.
“Our dear Catherine Bach has just been admitted to the hospital in Los Angeles on an emergency basis. Catherine has an embolism that probably developed as a result of a recent surgery. We will keep you posted, and Catherine will share her story as soon as she is recovered. She is so, so sorry to have to cancel her appearance at Cooter’s this weekend. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Love, Ben and Miss Alma,” the post read.
As a result, Catherine’s scheduled appearance at Cooter’s Place in Nashville on November 1–2 has been canceled while she focuses on recovery. Ben assured fans that updates will follow as she improves.
Messages of love and support quickly poured in from Dukes fans all over the world:
“Prayers for her. Hopefully she has a speedy recovery.”
“Lots of healing prayers 🙏🏼🙏🏼.”
“Catherine Bach, you are in my prayers. Get well soon.”
Catherine, now 71, became a pop culture icon through her role as Daisy Duke — so much so that her signature denim shorts inspired the term “daisy dukes.” Her charm, grit, and Southern warmth made her one of television’s most unforgettable characters.
From everyone here at HazzardNet, we’re sending our best wishes and prayers to Catherine for a full and speedy recovery.
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