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PHOTOS: The life of Bobby Lee Cook
Images from the life of legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook, who once defended Wayne Williams and who was rumored to be the real-life inspiration for the fictional character "Matlock."
Bobby Lee Cook in office with harp 1984
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
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Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
He says he escaped the Atlanta Child Murders suspect. Now he’s talking.
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
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Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
A good lawyer and a law student hoping to be a good lawyer needs to exude a hell of a lot of credibility in dealing with a court and in dealing with a jury.
Legendary Georgia lawyer Bobby Lee Cook dies
Dispute over who sits as senior judge in northwest Georgia resolved
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Attorney Bobby Lee Cook, seen here in his Summerville office in 1984, represented hundreds of accused murderers over his career, which began in the late 1940s. His clever maneuvers in court, combined with a gentlemanly charm, made him perhaps Georgia's most famous attorney and may have inspired a classic television character. (AJC Archive at GSU Library / AJCP377-034c)

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Victoria Staples poses for a photo outside of Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the last day of Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” tour on Monday, July 14, 2025. (Natrice Miller/ AJC)
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PHOTOS: Beyoncé fans embrace cowboy culture for Atlanta shows

This Ain't Texas, it's Atlanta. Beyoncé fans put on their spin on cowboy fashion for the music icon's "Cowboy Carter Tour."

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Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson hits a home run during the MLB Home Run Derby as part of the All-Star Game festivities on Monday, July 14, 2025 at Truist Park in Atlanta.   Jason Getz / AJC
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Credit: Jason Getz/AJC

PHOTOS: 2025 Home Run Derby in Atlanta

A day before Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, fans turned out at Truist Park for this year's Home Run Derby.

Baseball fans overlook the galleria floor during the Capital One All-Star Village opening at Cobb Galleria in Atlanta on Saturday, July 12, 2025. (Abbey Cutrer / AJC)
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Credit: abbey.cutrer@ajc.com

PHOTOS: All-Star Village draws baseball fans in Atlanta

Fans embraced all things baseball as the All-Star Village for opened for All-Star Game activities.

The Atlanta Braves select short stop and outfielder, Tate Southisene, in the 22nd pick of the 2025 MLB Draft Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: MLB Draft held at the Coca-Cola Roxy

Major League Baseball held its annual amateur draft on Sunday at the Coca-Cola Roxy. With its first-round pick, the Braves selected shortstop Tate Southisene.

Braves mascot Blooper jumps the gun at  the start of the MLB All-Star 4.4 Miler in Atlanta on Sunday, July 13, 2025.   Ben Gray for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Credit: Ben Gray for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: Runners pay tribute to Hank Aaron

Runners hit the streets of Atlanta a MLB 4.4-mile tribute for Braves legend Hank Aaron near the locaton of homerun record.

 Atlanta rapper Quavo reacts after being surprised with a special gift by Derek Schiller, President & CEO of the Atlanta Braves, with the Atlanta Braves  2021 championship ring during the MLB All-Star Celebrity Game at Truist Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Atlanta.
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
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Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: Celebrities hit the field for Softball at Truist ParK

Recognizeable Atlanta faces joined other celebrities for the Celebrity Softball Game that is a part of All-Star celebrations at Truist Park on Saturday.

National League head coach Chipper Jones greets fans after being recognized during the MLB All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Atlanta.
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
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Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: MLB All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park

Major League Baseball's All-Star Futures Game was held Saturday at Truist Park, featuring the next generation of stars from the minor leagues.

National League players celebrate their win over American League during HBCU Swingman Classic at Truist Park, Tuesday, July 11, 2025, in Atlanta. National League won 7-4 over American League. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)
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Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

PHOTOS: 2025 HBCU Swingman Classic

HBCU Swingman Classic at Truist Park brings together 50 top players for a night of baseball and celebration on Friday, July 11.