Max “Jethro” Baer Jr.
PMP Network Presents
Max Baer Jr., known for his role as Jethro Bodine on The Beverly Hillbillies, joins the show. He talks about his efforts to bring the Beverly Hillbillies experience to new venues. Baer also discusses his current licensing process for a casino.

Max “Jethro” Baer Jr.
of The Beverly Hillbillies
About Max “Jethro” Baer Jr.
Max Baer Jr. is an American actor, producer, director, and comedian best known for playing Jethro Bodine on The Beverly Hillbillies from 1962. He wrote, produced, and starred in Macon County Line (1974), which became the highest-grossing film per dollar invested at the time, earning over $30 million on a budget under $200,000. He also wrote, produced, and directed Ode to Billy Joe (1976), which grossed $27 million.
In this interview
- Discusses his licensing process to open a Beverly Hillbillies-themed casino venture.
- Explains he bought a small piece of a casino in North Las Vegas.
- Mentions appearing before the gaming control board on Wednesday for licensing.
- Clarifies the casino project would be in Carson City, Nevada, not Las Vegas.
“I wish I could go to Vegas. It's going to be in Carson City, Nevada.”— Max “Jethro” Baer Jr., in this interview


