Following the passing of his father, Richard Hurst, fans of Ryan Hurst, who portrayed Opie on Sons of Anarchy, have been expressing their condolences and prayers for the actor.
At the age of 79, Richard, a talented actor who portrayed Deputy Cletus Hogg on The Dukes of Hazzard, passed away on June 26. After his passing, Ryan Hurst posted a few things, including a picture of his father on Instagram on Saturday.
His words were, “Sit in stillness.” Shut your eyes. Take a deep breath. Slowly repeat: Akal, Akal, Akal It should come up from the chest rather than the throat. Allow it to reverberate into silence. Saying “Akal” is an encouragement to recognize that we are more than our physical selves, not just a routine. For a moment, we are light enveloped in form. And the light comes home as shape disappears. That love never dies. It just transitions into something timeless.
One person said, “Beautiful words.” I’m really sad for your loss.
Another responded, “My deepest condolences, brother.” He and I met a few years ago. He treated me really well. A wonderful person.
Another said, “Grew up watching your dad.” I send you and his loved ones my condolences.
Fans and followers left many more consoling messages, which you can view here along with Hurt’s most recent post.
From 1979 to 1982, Richard Hurst made an appearance in fifty-five episodes of Dukes of Hazzard.
In addition, he starred as Joe the Cop in the 1988 film Earth Girls Are Easy, Bark Boone in the 1989 film Steel Magnolias, and a bartender in the 1993 film In the Line of Fire.
In addition, he played Earl Nash in 13 episodes of Amanda’s in 1983 and Cleaver in 24 episodes of On the Rocks from 1975 to 1976.
Sanford and Son, The Bob Newhart Show, Gunsmoke, M*A*S*H, The Wonder Years, Family Matters, Happy Days, Kung Fu, Kojak, The Doris Day Show, and The Six Million Dollar Man are just a few of the well-known programs in which he has appeared.
