John Ashton, Iconic Beverly Hills Cop Actor, Passes Away at 76

John Ashton, known for his role as John Taggart in the “Beverly Hills Cop”

ohn Ashton, the talented actor celebrated for his role as Detective Sergeant John Taggart in the "Beverly Hills Cop" series, passed away on Thursday in Fort Collins, Colorado. He was 76 years old.

Ashton starred alongside Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold in the first two films of the franchise, showcasing his memorable performance as Taggart. He was set to reprise this iconic role in the upcoming "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," where his character is now a police chief.

Born on February 22, 1948, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Ashton grew up in Enfield, Connecticut. He graduated from Enfield High School before pursuing his passion for acting at Defiance College in Ohio and later transferring to the University of Southern California, where he earned a BA in theater arts.

John Ashton, Iconic Beverly Hills Cop Actor, Passes Away at 76