With his wide-brimmed hat, weasel grin and Texan drawl, Larry Hagman made JR Ewing one of the world's greatest soap icons.

BBC: Obituary: Larry Hagman

He landed the role that would define his career in 1978, when he first performed as JR Ewing in a new series designed to showcase the talents of actress Victoria Principal.

BBC: Obituary: Larry Hagman

Last month U.S. District Judge Ewing Werlein Jr. agreed.

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