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), Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2025) 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. 존 애슈턴(1948년생, Springfield, Massachusetts, USA) 는 배우로, 대표작으로 비버리 힐스 캅: 액셀 F, 비버리 힐스 캅, 비버리 힐스 캅 2가 있으며, 그 외에도 로 앤 오더: 성범죄전담반, 킹 오브 더 힐, Dallas, 형사 콜롬보, JAG, A 특공대, M*A*S*H, Judging Amy, A Touch of Frost, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Today, 환상특급(1985) 등 다양한 작품에 출연했다. (오뜨랑에서 실시간으로 번역된 한글 프로필도 확인할 수 있어요) 2024년 All Happy Families에서 Roy Landry 역을 맡았다. 2024년 비버리 힐스 캅: 액셀 F에서 Chief John Taggart 역을 맡았다. 2024년 BRATS에 출연했다.