Cliff Barnes — Dallas: J.R. Returns Character Profile

About Cliff Barnes

J.R.'s lifelong political and business rival, determined to defeat him and reclaim Texas oil dominance.

Cliff Barnes — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Political campaigning, Public speaking, Strategic rivalry, Coalition building, Ethical leadership

• Strength: 7/10
• Intelligence: 8.5/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 8.5/10
• Influence: 8.5/10

Character Facts

Played by

Ken Kercheval

Appears in

Dallas: J.R. Returns (1996)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (4)

• Cliff Barnes — Family Spouse — Afton Cooper (Audrey Landers)

  Husband and wife navigating personal priorities against corporate ambitions.

• Cliff Barnes — Alliance Business Partner — Carter McKay (George Kennedy)

  Strategic allies exploring a corporate merger to exit the oil industry.

• Cliff Barnes — Alliance Ally — Sly Lovegren (Deborah Rennard)

  Long-standing business confidant and collaborator in Texas oil ventures.

• Cliff Barnes — Conflict Business Rival — Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy)

  Lifelong competitors vying for control of Texas oil assets and corporate dominance.

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