Richard “Rick” Hurst, the actor best known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg in The Dukes of Hazzard, died in June 2025. He was 79 years old, and his death was unexpected, according to multiple reports. Though Rick is no longer with us, his legacy will live on through his family. But did the late actor have any children?
Below, learn about Rick’s family, personal life and whether he was a father to any kids.
Yes, Rick was a father to more than one child.
Rick had two children, sons Ryan and Collin Hurst. The actor welcomed his first son, Ryan, in June 1976 with his first wife, acting coach Candace Kaniecki, per TMZ. He later welcomed Collin with his second wife, Katherine Shelley Weir.
Ryan Douglas Hurst pursued acting just like his late father. Born in Santa Monica, California, Ryan had a front seat to Hollywood, and he’s best known for his appearances in Remember the Titans and the series Sons of Anarchy and The Walking Dead.
Earlier in his acting career, Ryan got a breakout role in Saved by the Bell: The New Class, then got his foot in the door of the movie business by appearing in the war film Saving Private Ryan.
Ryan is also expected to appear in the upcoming epic film directed by Christopher Nolan: The Odyssey. He is currently married to wife Molly Cookson, and Ryan converted to Sikhism.
