Was a big fan in my teens. John Saxon, who skipped school one day as a teenager and stumbled into a long film and television career that included recurring roles on "Falcon Crest" and other series and a featured role. My condolences to the family of Mr. Saxon. Share. Saxon said in an interview with the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1960 that he wanted to do all sorts of character parts.. I will.miss him so. May his family find some comfort in these loving messages for him. Reposez en Paix John ! Saxon. Its a touching movie. When the Japanese soldier reached out to shake the larger American's hand, (he) easily flipped the American over his shoulder. I have Asperger's syndrome and was moved to tears when I saw his release of 'God's Ears' because there was so much in that movie (next to 'Rainman' and 'Forrest Gump') I could strongly relate to and have been blessed in the sense I have a life partner and friend of 31 yrs who has been there for me and helping me reach my potential in ways I never thought were possible. R.I.P JOHN. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. I would tell him I would rather do it this way, and hed say, OK, try it that way, he told the Los Angeles Times in 2012. Never shy about showing off his machismo, Saxon also co-starred with Clint Eastwood in Joe Kidd (1972) and played a dirty union lawyer in Andrew McLaglens Mitchell (1975). Fiorentina captain Astori found dead aged 31 before match. Rest in peace Mr John Saxon. Saxon, though, said that Lee took me seriously. John Saxon, the stoic yet charismatic character actor who starred in many iconic horror, western and genre films, died in Murfreesboro, Tenn., after a battle with pneumonia, according to. "He was a fighter, he was a sensitive, supportive and a generous person to not only his friends but to a lot of people that needed support and help. He said he did see Mr Saxon at the show and sent me a photo of him with a personal message, which read "THANKS FOR BEING SUCH A BIG FAN, GINA-MARIA!" Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. He was 83. He was 83. Enter The Dragon, Nightmare on Elm Street two of the unforgettable roles you played. Loved his movies. Mr. Saxon, who died July 25 at age 83, went on to appear in nearly 200 television and film roles over the next six decades, often playing brooding lawmen or gunslinging bandits. After Unguarded Moment, Saxon appeared as young rock n roll musicians in Rock, Pretty Baby (1956) and Summer Love (1958) and played opposite Sandra Dee in The Reluctant Debutante (1958), directed by Vincente Minnelli, and Debbie Reynolds in Blake Edwards This Happy Feeling (1958). JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Today, I have great memories of that day and I own the DVD movie of The Reluctant Debutante. We invite you to share condolences for . He was great in all his roles he will be missed. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. He married Elizabeth Phillips in 1987; that marriage also ended in divorce, in the 1990s. I have Asperger's syndrome and was moved to tears when I saw his release of 'God's Ears' because there was so much in that movie (next to 'Rainman' and 'Forrest Gump') I could strongly relate to and have been blessed in the sense I have a life partner and friend of 31 yrs who has been there for me and helping me reach my potential in ways I never thought were possible. Loved his movies. I was more concerned about my own life in Los Angeles, not necessarily in Hollywood, he told the Knoxville (Tenn.) News Sentinel. Deepest condolences to the Saxon Family at this sad time. My deepest, He was a wonderful character actor, he seemed like a down to earth humble person,R.I.P. In a 1967 episode of The Time Tunnel, one of many TV series on his rsum, he was Marco Polo. His martial arts skill inspired me to take Karate and earn my Black Belt. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. The closest thing to meeting Mr ,Saxon in person was by way of a vendor I had befriended online who sells obscure films and TV shows, who told me he was going to another sci-fi convention in another city (he was aware of my crush on Saxon) and I said in a facetious manner if he happens to see Mr Saxon, please tell him there's a girl in GA who has a deep crush on him. Rest in Peace Mr. John Saxon. He later reprised his role inA Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. One of my all time favorite actors. Mr. Saxon was a great actor. Id go from something that got reviews in national magazines to the next job that came along. May he be with God Almighty. Guest appearances on 70s television staples such as The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman, Starsky and Hutch and The Rockford Files brought him small-screen recognition. To me, John Saxon was more than just an actor, but also a true humanitarian with some of the roles he played on film and TV. In a career that began in the 1950s, he accumulated almost 200 film and television credits. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Congratulations to the Heavens! John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Let me show you how to do it, Lee said, before handing Mr. Saxon a shield to hold for protection. I loved his films he's going to be missed, A note of comfort to the Saxon family I really enjoyed his roles may the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you in this very difficult time, Hi how are you I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc.. rip. John was the good or bad guy and been with him since EnterTD, and 6MDMan. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. In loving memory of a wonderful person. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY John F. Saxon, 77 MILFORD - John F. Saxon, of Milford, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. He was such a class kinda guy. Sign the Guest Book. In the films credits, hes billed as the exciting new personality John Saxon.. Take care bye, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz e que Deus conforte toda a famlia abraos, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz que Deus o receba de braos abertos, Meus psames aos familiares descanse em paz. John was the good or bad guy and been with him since EnterTD, and 6MDMan. john will never be forgotten and may his spirit live on. So many memorable roles that added a great depth to the movies that he was in. Share. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. For decades, he appeared regularly in television series such as Gunsmoke, Dynasty and Falcon Crest, as well as guest starring on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Magnum P.I. and dozens more. His career spanned more than sixty years tallying more than 200 film credits. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. In a career that began in the 1950s, when he often played teenage-heartthrobs, Mr. Saxon accumulated almost 200 film and TV credits, including Enter the Dragon, in which he played a gambler competing in a martial arts tournament. Read Full Obituary. In all modesty, I think I was as good as if not better than he was, he told The News-Sentinel, partly because he was so disinterested until the last minute.. John Saxon, the stoic yet charismatic character actor who starred in many iconic horror, western and genre films, died in Murfreesboro, Tenn., after a battle with pneumonia, according to multiple reports. If Mr. Saxon rarely had a leading role in his long career, he did work with top directors, including John Huston, and he had stories about all of them. I have not forgotten you as an actor. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. I loved his movies etc.. he seemed like a nice guy. Reposez en Paix John ! John was, I always thought, the most handsome man I had ever seen, followed by Clark Gable and Tom Selleck. Read Full Obituary. A face from my childhood. Try our free interactive obituary template. After graduating high school he studied with famous acting coach Stella Adler. John RIP! John Saxon, the rugged actor who kicked around with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appeared in three Nightmare on Elm Street movies for director Wes Craven, died Saturday. I would tell him I would rather do it this way, and hed say, OK, try it that way.. John Saxon, the darkly handsome actor best known for starring with Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon" and appearing in several "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies, has died at his home in. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. May you treasure fond memories and may the comfort God gives be with you. Survivors also include his son, Antonio, and his sister, Dolores. This story has been shared 102,045 times. He reprised the role in 1987s A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and played a version of himself in 1994s Wes Cravens New Nightmare.. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. His wife stated he passed from pneumonia in his Murfreesboro, TN, in a statement to THR. Great actor! At this sad time, may the God of tender mercies comfort you and may your memories sustain you. John Saxon, a Star of Enter the Dragon, Is Dead at 83, https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/28/arts/television/john-saxon-dead.html. Our condolences to the Saxon family. RIP John Thanks for being part of my youth. Share. I was 14. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. Actor John Saxon, a versatile actor with a lengthy and prolific career who starred with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appeared in several Nightmare on Elm Street movies, has died at his home in Tennessee, according to the Hollywood Reporter. He was such a class kinda guy. We might do a fight sequence 10 times in a row just for rehearsal, he said. He said he did see Mr Saxon at the show and sent me a photo of him with a personal message, which read "THANKS FOR BEING SUCH A BIG FAN, GINA-MARIA!" One photo caught the attention of Henry Willson, a noted Hollywood agent, and at 17 (he fudged his age on the contract to make himself a year older) Mr. Saxon was off to Los Angeles for a screen test. While in high school, he worked as a spieler at a Coney Island archery concession, becoming proficient with the bow and arrow. Early in his career he often played teenage-heartthrob types. Read Full Obituary. You were a big part of my childhood seeing you in movies and TV, always the cool tough guy. The actor John Saxon in 2013. You have funeral questions, we have answers. John never got the credit for his many outstanding talents. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Such a wonderful Actor. He will be missed by family and friends. The world has lost a very talented actor. He was also notably skilled in judo and karate. John Saxon, the darkly handsome actor best known for starring with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appearing in several A Nightmare on Elm Street movies, has died at his home in Murfreesboro, Tenn., of pneumonia. He said that at that time he was 22. The Hollywood Reporter first reported the news. I started doing jobs for magazines, like Modern Romance, all the Macfadden publications, Saxon told The Times in 2012. In loving memory of a wonderful person. My condolences I am his films big fan may his soul rest in peace. RIP John- Pat D. RIP John Saxon. Thank you so much for everything you have given to the entertainment industry. He played Steve's tennis buddy, and also the robot that had his likeness. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. John was always a great actor in whatever he was in. Receive a notification when services are updated. His name was changed to John Saxon. Survivors also include his son, Antonio, and his sister, Dolores. We will love you and miss you always. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time. An alumna of Stony Brook Universitys School of Journalism and the Bronx High School of Science, you can find her on Twitter @sonaiyak and on Instagram @sonaiya_k. He is resting in Gods memory. Deepest condolences to the Saxon Family, John has starred in many films but my favorite one was Enter the Dragon. Thoughts and prayers are with the family. He said that at that time he was 22. My deepest, He was a wonderful character actor, he seemed like a down to earth humble person,R.I.P. 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ATLANTA Former U.S. Sen. Zell Miller, a lifelong Democrat and the father of Georgia's lottery-funded HOPE scholarship while serving as governor, died Friday. Variety and the Flying V logos are trademarks of Variety Media, LLC. He started gaining attention as a teen heartthrob in the 1956 film Rock, Pretty Baby, which led to roles opposite stars such as Debbie Reynolds and Sandra Dee. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. Actor John Saxon, a versatile actor with a lengthy and prolific career who starred with Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon" and appeared in several "Nightmare on Elm Street" movies, has died at his home in Tennessee, according to the Hollywood Reporter. He co-starred with. He was more concerned about the chair than me. Rest in peace Mr John Saxon. Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. Words like smoldering and brooding were often affixed to his name in reviews of his early work. Lee, generally considered the most-influential martial artist of all time, asked Mr. Saxon to demonstrate his side-kick technique and was apparently unimpressed by Mr. Saxon, who had a few years of karate under his belt. I enjoyed many of your movies and your talent of the marshall arts.God Blessings, God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family'sMy heartfelt condolences to the family's. If this is one way of being on the receiving end of his affections (like the other women in his life), I accept it with all my heart. Reposez en Paix et Que Dieu Vous Accueille Prs de Lui !!! Sonaiya Kelley is an entertainment reporter at the Los Angeles Times. May the God of comforts bless your sad and grieving hearts with His peace and strength as you miss and cope with the loss of John in your lives. He was later cast opposite Debbie Reynolds in This Happy Feeling (1958), a Blake Edwards comedy that earned Mr. Saxon the Golden Globe Award for most promising newcomer. A self-educated man, Mr. Saxon spoke three languages and followed all of the happenings of America and the world. The fight at the end of the show was awesome. Mr. Saxons role in The Appaloosa was evidence of an attribute that kept him working during that period, when Hollywood was less concerned about cross-racial casting than it is today: He played a Mexican bandit. Ways to honor John Saxon's life and legacy. John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including "Enter the Dragon" alongside Bruce Lee and two of Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies. Anyone can read what you share. There were times when I had been bullied in school and/or when my self-esteem was at an all-time low and seeing him on TV gave me a real boost, especially when he acted as the gallant knight in shining armor in defending the rights of others on and off screen. I came to Hollywood at 17 and after a year or so of study was placed in romantic teenage parts in The Unguarded Moment, Rock, Pretty Baby, and Summer Love, he told The Times in 1960. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. His characters brought me hours of entertainment. One of my all time favorite actors. So many memorable roles that added a great depth to the movies that he was in. God bless his family. My condolences to the family of Mr. Saxon. I went over to him and told him that at 14 I had a mad crush on him and loved his movie. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? He wasnt concerned with my being hurt, but he said nobody had ever broken that chair before. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. His striking, angular profile and dark eyes led to roles playing Mexicans, Native Americans and Mongols. 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