Beloved Beverly Hills Cop Star John Ashton Passes Away at 76

Beloved Beverly Hills Cop Star John Ashton Passes Away at 76

In sad news, beloved actor John Ashton has passed away at the age of 76.

Known for his role as John Taggart in the Beverly Hills Cop films, Ashton brought humor and charm to his performances.

He starred alongside Eddie Murphy and Judge Reinhold in the first two installments of the series, and reprised his role in the 2024 film Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, where his character had risen to the position of police chief.

The passing of John Ashton is a loss to the film industry and to his countless fans.

His contributions to the "Beverly Hills Cop" series and his body of work as an actor will always be remembered.

He leaves behind a lasting legacy and will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts go out to John Ashton's family, friends, and fans during this difficult time.

His talent and presence on screen will continue to bring joy to audiences for years to come.

Rest in peace, John Ashton.

Your performances will forever be treasured.