In the movie Beverly Hills Cop played by John Ashton, a strict and conscientious detective who was always a clear contrast to Eddie Murphy’s chaotic Axel Foley. Ashton starred in all three installments of the iconic series, with fans and critics alike praising his performance in the latest installment, which premiered on Netflix earlier this year.
In one of the interviews with Comic Book Resources at the beginning of the year, Ashton expressed the following about the attention that this comedy series brought him: “When I walk down the street, people call out to me, ‘Hey, Taggart! Hey, Taggart!’ It was a bit annoying at first because I was doing a lot of other things.’ However, the fame he gained from this series took his career to a new level.
During his long career, John Ashton appeared in many important films, and Czech viewers may also remember him from crime comedies Midnight run on the side Roberta De Nira (81), where he played Marvin Dorfler, a low-key but dangerous bounty hunter.
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While the actor’s family has not publicly commented on his death, his representative has had some kind words to say about him. “John leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication and service. His memory will be forever cherished by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, extended family and all who loved him. John’s impact on the world will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.” stated for TMZ John’s deputy Alan Somers.
John Ashton appeared not only in films but also in many popular TV series during his career. Among his most famous television roles are appearances in series such as M*A*S*Hwhere he played a minor role, or dallaswhere he introduced himself as Willie Joe Garr. Viewers could also see him in the detective series Columbo.
Actor John Ashton has died
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