John Ashton

John Ashton

John David Ashton (February 22, 1948 – September 26, 2024) was an American actor best known for his role as Sergeant John Taggart in the hit action-comedy films Beverly Hills Cop (1984) and Beverly Hills Cop II (1987), where he played alongside Eddie Murphy. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, Ashton developed a passion for acting early in life, later attending the University of Southern California's School of Theatre. Beyond his iconic role in the Beverly Hills Cop series, Ashton appeared in a wide range of films and TV shows throughout his career. His notable film appearances include Midnight Run (1988) alongside Robert De Niro, where he portrayed a bounty hunter named Marvin Dorfler. On television, Ashton has made guest appearances on popular series such as Columbo, MASH, and The A-Team. Ashton's performances are often characterized by his ability to balance humor and toughness, making him a beloved character actor, especially in roles that highlight his everyman charm and strong screen presence.
Known For: Acting
Birthday: 1948-02-22
Place of Birth: Springfield, Massachusetts, USA
Also Known As: John David Ashton

Movies List of John Ashton

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Beverly Hills Cop

1984 Movie
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Beverly Hills Cop II

1987 Movie
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Lawman Without a Gun

1979 Movie
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Gone Baby Gone

2007 Movie
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Breaking Away

1979 Movie
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Little Big League

1994 Movie
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Trapped in Paradise

1994 Movie
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King Kong Lives

1986 Movie
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Borderline

1980 Movie
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Midnight Run

1988 Movie
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She's Having a Baby

1988 Movie
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Meet the Deedles

1998 Movie
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Psycho Sisters

1974 Movie
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An Eye for an Eye

1973 Movie
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Escape from Alaska

1999 Movie
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The Shooter

1995 Movie
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Fast Money

1996 Movie
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For Which He Stands

1996 Movie
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Middle Men

2009 Movie
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Last Resort

1986 Movie
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Lonesome Soldier

2023 Movie
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Oh, God!

1977 Movie
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All Happy Families

2024 Movie
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Uncle John

2015 Movie
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Dirty Work

1992 Movie
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Condition Red

1995 Movie
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Instinct

1999 Movie
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BRATS

2024 Movie
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Curly Sue

1991 Movie
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The Joke Thief

2018 Movie
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The Last Big Save

2019 Movie
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Once Upon a River

2019 Movie
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American Christmas

2019 Movie
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Honky Tonk Freeway

1981 Movie
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A Letter to Dad

2009 Movie
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I Want to Go Home

1989 Movie
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Death in Texas

2022 Movie
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My Father's House

1975 Movie