‘Beverly Hills Cop’ star Judge Reinhold has paid tribute to his longtime friend and colleague John Ashton, who passed away at the age of 76 after a battle with cancer.
The duo memorably played the police’s “default” partners Taggert and Rosewood in the hit comedy series starring Eddie Murphy. Ashton played a straight man and Rosewood played a clown, making them a beloved comedic duo in the film.
Reinhold said last night, “On Thursday night, John looked like he was sleeping, but the Yankees were playing. They won the game, clinched the division, and John went home. On the screen. But 40 years of laughing outside. John lived his life! My brother, my partner, my Sarge – No smoking in heaven.”
Ashton starred in the first two films in the Beverly Hills Cop series and reprized his role this year in the Netflix sequel Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.
Ashton’s representative told Deadline that Ashton passed away “peacefully” on Thursday in Fort Martin. collins, colorado
“John was a loving husband, brother, father, and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him,” his rep said in a statement.
“John left a legacy of love, dedication, and service. His memory is extended to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his brothers, sisters, extended family, and all who loved him. He will be forever cherished. John’s impact on the world will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.”
Additionally, Ashton has appeared in films such as Some Kind of Wonderful (1987), Midnight Run (1988), Curly Sue (1991), Little Big League (1994), Gone Baby Gone (2007), Middle Men (2009), and Once Upon I appeared on. Kawa (2019). His TV credits include Columbo, Wonder Woman, M*A*S*H, Starsky & Hutch, Dallas, The A-Team, The Twilight Zone, and The Judge. Contains episodes from “Ng Amy” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.”
Born on February 22, 1948 in Springfield, Massachusetts, and raised in Enfield, Connecticut, Ashton attended Defiance College in Ohio and then transferred to the University of Southern California, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theater arts. I did.
In addition to acting, Ashton is also an avid golfer and has lent his talents to celebrity golf tournaments around the world for various causes.
Ashton is survived by his wife of 24 years, Robin Hoe; Also Michelle Ashton and Michael Thomas Ashton. his stepsons, Courtney Donovan, Lindsey Curcio and Ashley Hoy; and grandson Henry.
