André Joseph is a movie features writer at Collider. Born and raised in New York City, he graduated from Emerson College with a Bachelor's Degree in Film. He freelances as an independent filmmaker, ...

John Ashton, the actor best known for his work in the "Beverly Hills Cop" film franchise, died last week. He was 76. (Richard Shotwell / Invision / AP) John Ashton, the veteran actor who was best ...

Every genre of movie has its charm, but comedies that have the unique ability to make people laugh, smile and forget about their troubles, even if it's just for a few hours. That's one reason comedies ...

NEW YORK — John Ashton, the veteran character actor who memorably played the gruff but lovable police detective John Taggart in the “Beverly Hills Cop” films, has died. He was 76. Ashton died Thursday ...

Eddie Murphy is arguably one of the biggest stars of the '80s. Murphy successfully transitioned from stand-up comedian to box office megastar, as Eddie Murphy made a name for himself on Saturday Night ...

Collier Jennings is an entertainment journalist with extensive experience. Collier, or "CJ" to his friends and family, is a dedicated fan of genre films - particularly science fiction, fantasy, and ...

Detroit police detective Axel Foley isn't just funny anymore. He's now historic. "Beverly Hills Cop," the 1984 classic comedy starring Eddie Murphy, is one of 25 movies chosen in 2024 for a permanent ...

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HOLLYWOOD, CA - 1989: Actor and co-star of the hit "Beverly Hills Cop" movies, John Ashton, poses during a 1989 Hollywood, California, photo portrait session. Ashton also starred in "Midnight Run" and ...

Actor John Ashton, best known for playing John Taggert in Beverly Hills Cop and its sequels, has died aged 76. Ashton died Thursday in Fort Collins, Colorado, after a brief battle with cancer, his ...