Actor John Asson rose to fame with his blockbuster movies in the 1980s. beverly hills cophas passed. He was 76 years old.
Ashton played the long-suffering Sergeant John Taggart, assistant to Eddie Murphy's free-spirited Detective Axel Foley, in the 1984 blockbuster that spawned three sequels.
The actor died Confirmed Manager Alan Summers said this, according to Fox News.
“John was a loving husband, brother, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him,” Summers said in a statement.
“John left a legacy of love, dedication, and service. His memory is extended to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his brothers, sisters, extended family, and all who loved him. He will be forever cherished. John's impact on the world will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come,” Summers added.
The active actor died at his home in Fort Martin. Collins, Colorado and his wife Robin Hoe; He leaves behind two children and three stepchildren. He also leaves behind grandchildren.
Ashton returned this year to reprise his role in the fourth installment of the Eddie Murphy series. Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. It was released on Netflix in July.
Actors Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold and John at AFI and Walt Disney Pictures' “Jerry Bruckheimer Cinematic Celebration'' held at Man Chinese 6 on May 17, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. Ashton gives a speech before the screening of “Beverly Hills Cop.'' . (David Livingston/Getty Images, AFI)
Born on February 22, 1948 in Springfield, Massachusetts, Ashton grew up in Connecticut before attending college in Southern California, where he quickly turned to acting.
IMDB shows that his first role was in a movie in 1973. An eye for an eyeand oddly enough as Police Sgt.
From there, he appeared in bit roles in numerous TV series until the '70s. Emergency!, Columbo, Kojak, Barnaby Jones, Wonder Woman, Mashand police story.
He also appeared in films such as Borderline, Buckaroo's Adventures, Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, Some Kind of Wonderful, Curly Sue, Midnight Runand Gone Baby Gone.
“John was an avid reader and was passionate about many things, including theater, golf, and watching his favorite teams, the New York Yankees and New York Giants. But most of all, his skill and dedication were What was clearly evident was his work as an actor/entertainer in theater, film, and television. John dedicated his career to honing his craft and bringing characters to life on screen. “He will be greatly missed,” his obituary said.
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