
Renowned character actor John Ashton, best known for his role as the gruff yet endearing police detective John Taggart in the iconic 'Beverly Hills Cop' films, has sadly passed away at the age of 76. The news of his death was confirmed by his family in a statement released by his manager on Sunday.
Throughout his illustrious career spanning over five decades, Ashton made a lasting impact on both television and film. His notable works include appearances in popular productions such as 'Midnight Run,' 'Little Big League,' and 'Gone Baby Gone.'