Washington, May 15 -- Actor Joe Don Baker, who is known for his 'tough guy' characters and established himself as an action star with supporting roles in 'Guns of the Magnificent Seven' and 'Wild Rovers', has passed away. He was 89.

However, the cause of death has not been revealed, reported Deadline.

Born February 12, 1936, in Groesbeck, Texas, Baker played football for North Texas State College and, upon graduating in 1959, served a two-year stint in the Army before moving to New York City to study acting at the Actor's Studio. He would remain a lifelong member of the famed organisation.

After some time on the New York stage, he appeared on Broadway in 1963's Marathon '33, followed by Blues for Mister Charlie the next year. He then r...