Alan Autry

Alan Autry, born Carlos Alan Autry Jr. on July 31, 1952, is an American actor, politician, and former NFL player. Known for his brief football career as Carlos Brown, Autry gained fame for his portrayal of Captain Bubba Skinner on the television drama series In the Heat of the Night. He has also appeared in various films and TV shows. In addition to his acting career, Autry served as the mayor of Fresno, California from 2000 to 2009. He hosted a talk radio show on KYNO AM 940 in Fresno from 2008 to 2011 and currently hosts a midday show on KXEX 1550 AM in Fresno. Autry was born in Shreveport, Louisiana and worked in the cotton industry in California's San Joaquin Valley with his mother and stepfather.