John Ashton, the actor known for his iconic role as Detective Sergeant John Taggart in the ‘Beverly Hills Cop series, has died at the age of 76 after battling cancer. Ashton passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Collins, Colorado, on September 26, as confirmed by his representative.
Tributes have been pouring in for Ashton, who starred alongside Eddie Murphy in the classic buddy cop film franchise that made him a household name. He first appeared in the original ‘Beverly Hills Cop movie in 1984 and reprised his role in the 1987 sequel.
Beyond his film career, Ashton also had a prolific television presence, appearing in series such as ‘Hardball’, ‘Dallas’, and ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. He also played a notable role in the biopic ‘I Know My First Name Is Steven, portraying the father of a real-life kidnap victim.
At the time of his passing, Ashton had completed filming for ‘Hot Bath an’ a Stiff Drink 2′, and another film, ‘Hot Bath, Stiff Drink, an’ a Close Shave’, was in post-production.
Fellow ‘Beverly Hills Cop star Judge Reinhold shared a moving tribute to his co-star, describing Ashton as “a talented actor and a wonderful person” whose presence on set was “always a joy.
John Ashton is survived by his family and friends, who remember him not only for his contributions to film and television but also for his kindness and dedication to his craft.
Fans have taken to social media to honour Ashton’s memory, with many recalling his iconic performances and the impact he had on the film industry. His contributions to the world of acting will be remembered for years to come.
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