'Beverly Hills Cop' actor John Ashton dies at 76: 'Legacy of love, dedication, and service'
John Ashton, the actor most famous for his role as John Taggart in the "Beverly Hills Cop" film series, has died at 76, according to an obituary provided by a representative for Ashton. According to the announcement, Ashton "passed away peacefully" in Fort Collins, Colorado, on Sept. 26.