Joy Harmon, known for her "Cool Hand Luke" car-wash scene, dies at 85

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Actress Joy Harmon, famous for her iconic car-wash scene in "Cool Hand Luke," has died at age 85. Harmon's brief but memorable appearance in the 1967 film, where she provocatively washed a car, made her an instant celebrity. She later transitioned to a successful career as a baker. Born in 1940, Harmon had a varied acting career before opening her bakery, Aunt Joy's Cakes, which supplied desserts to film studios.


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