John Ashton, a beloved actor and devoted family man, died at the age of 76 after a brave fight with cancer. He will be missed by many in the entertainment world. Ashton is remembered for his famous part as Detective John Taggart in the ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ films. He left behind a legacy of love, laughter, and hard work.
Ashton’s wife Robin, children, grandkids, siblings, and other family members are heartbroken, but the outpouring of support from fans and loved ones helps them feel better. To honour his memory and legacy, they want people to give to Pathways Hospice Care in his name.
Ashton’s 50-year career showed how versatile he was with over 200 roles in films, TV shows and plays.
Some of Ashton’s best roles are in “Midnight Run” with Robert De Niro, “MAS*H,” and “Some Kind of Wonderful.” He started working as an actor professionally in “Othello” by the Hartford Stage Company. Since then, he has been in many plays and toured Europe.
Ashton won awards for his work along the way, including the LA Method Fest award for Best Supporting Actor for “Once Upon a River.” Among the most recent films are “American Christmas,” “Death in Texas,” and “My Little Baby.”
In addition to his work on screen, Ashton loved and cared for his family. His wife, children, stepchildren, grandson, and relatives were very important to him. People who knew him will always remember how warm and kind he was.
Alan Somers, Ashton’s agent, said this about the actor’s legacy: “Love, dedication, and service defined John Ashton’s life and career.” His family and fans will always remember him and celebrate a life well lived and a legacy that will last.
As the entertainment industry says goodbye to this great actor, his memorable roles will always remember us of how important he was on and off screen. The love, laughter, and memory of John Ashton will always be in our hearts.
