Obituary of John Ashton

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John Ashton

John Ashton (born February 22nd, 1948 in Springfield, Massachusetts) was a Film Actor who was best known for his roles in the popular movie "Beverly Hills Cop". John died on September 26th, 2024 and his passing was due to some sort of cancer. He was 76 years old.

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John Ashton Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Ashton, John
    • Common Name: John Ashton
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
    • Birth Date: February 22, 1948
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Jodad, Johnny
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Active Years: 1973-2024
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Omaha Steaks
    • Favorite Color: Crimson
    • Favorite Scent: 1 Million by Paco Rabanne
    • Favorite Actor: Scarlett Johansson

    John's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John David Ashton
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Victoria Marie Runn ​(married 1968-divorced 1970)​
      • Bridget Alison Baker ​(married 1976-divorced 2001)​
      • Robin Hoye ​(married 2002-2024, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 26 2024 at age 76
  • Place: Ft. Collins, Massachusetts, United States
  • Cause of Death: Cancer

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on February 22nd Born in 1948 Born in Massachusetts Died in 2024 Died at age 76 Died from Cancer

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"John Ashton was a highly accomplished and respected lawyer, known for his unwavering dedication to his clients and his expertise in the courtroom. Tragically, his life was cut short due to a sudden and unexpected illness. (V)"

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