'Beverly Hills Cop' Actor John Ashton Dead at 76 | RIP Legend

Hey everyone, today we have some sad news to share. John Ashton, best known for playing Sgt. Taggart in the iconic "Beverly Hills Cop" movies, has passed away. He was 75 years old.

Now, for those of you who may not immediately recognize the name, John Ashton was a key part of the "Beverly Hills Cop" series, especially in the first two films. Alongside Eddie Murphy's Axel Foley, he brought a perfect mix of humor and tough-guy grit as Taggart. His dynamic with his on-screen partner, played by Judge Reinhold, created some of the best moments in the franchise.

He wasn't just limited to "Beverly Hills Cop", though. John Ashton had a long career that spanned over several decades, appearing in films like "Midnight Run" and "Some Kind of Wonderful". If you're a fan of those '80s and '90s movies, you've definitely seen him in more than a few roles. His characters were often no-nonsense guys with a bit of heart, and that became his signature.

The news of his passing is especially poignant because "Beverly Hills Cop" has a lasting legacy, and it's a series that so many of us grew up watching. It’s hard to think about the movies without John Ashton’s presence in them.

The exact cause of his death hasn’t been shared publicly just yet, but tributes have already started pouring in from fans and fellow actors who admired his work. People are remembering him not only for his performances on screen but also for being a genuinely kind and down-to-earth guy in real life.

It's a big loss for the entertainment world, and it feels like we’re losing another piece of that golden era of Hollywood.

So, let's take a moment to appreciate John Ashton’s incredible contribution to film and remember the joy and laughter he brought into our lives through his performances. Rest in peace, John Ashton. You'll be missed.
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[toddgrogg]

Mr.Ashton, _ you are sadly missed we will never forget you. Rest in the hills of heaven.

[JB-jp]

RIP, you’re the best actor for Beverly hills cop.

[RoyPage]

This dude was excellent in midnight Run

[JohnAntoine-kudl]

We will miss you rest in peace John Ashton 😢😭😭😭😭

[ericlevitt]

oh no loved him on the beverly hills cop movies and his tv shows and movies he will be missed R.I.P john 🙏

[markrussell]

Rip 🙏🏻john ashton 🪦🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊a legendary actor

[NancyHoward-es]

John Ashton. Enjoy your welcome home 🏡 in Heaven. 🙏

[POSTAPRILSIXTH]

I am sad and sorry he's gone. I remember seeing his acting. For the first time at a. Movie theater located near. Southwest Plaza Mall, on Labor Day Weekend of 1985. Watching Beverly Hills Cop.

[andrewmacdonald]

I can't believe this...was only watching Axel F the other day..laughing my head off...he was a wonderful actor...

[blank-men]

Never met him But Felt we all Knew him Rip Good Sir . Will be Missed

[JasonStaney]

RIP John Ashton 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[fredhannum]

He was a really good guy, I knew him in 1970, or so he was a neighbor in the apartment I lived in. According to the stats he was supposed to be 22 years old (I was 12yrs old).In reality he appeared to me, to be in his mid to late 30s. I knew he had been on the TV show 'Room 222 with Karen Valentine, and a few commercials. The most exciting story about him; during the big earthquake in 1971 he (John Ashton) opened his front door just as the contents of the central pool, crested in a wave that flooded his apartment. Even then, he took it with grace and strength. John was a true friend. Few people know that he was in the cult classic film 'Buckaroo Banzai ' if you pay attention when the alien ship crashes in the tree with the Rastaferian alien, John Ashton is one of the cops who come to investigate. REST IN PEACE JOHN, YOU WILL BE MISSED.

[NancyHoward-es]

They don't make movies like they used to. Prayers for you John Ashton 🙏

[amg]

😥😥 I wasn’t expecting to hear this today. He was an exceptional actor. Rest in peace John. Thank you for the memories. You’ll always be loved and remembered .