God bless his family. He was great in all his roles he will be missed. The picture ran on the cover of a dime-store detective magazine and attracted the attention of Hollywood agent Henry Willson, who had launched the careers of heartthrob actors such as Rock Hudson and Tab Hunter, and who set about making 17-year-old Carmine the next 1950s teen idol. Actress Barbara Crampton wrote on Twitter that Saxon had strength and charm, which was a great combination. In the films credits, hes billed as the exciting new personality John Saxon.. One of my all time favorite actors. As I search the sky at night, I will look for the new star that is his. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Sincerely, Joyce Granville - San Francisco Bay Area, A LEGEND IN HIS OWN TIME WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN LOVE YOU IN ENTER THE DRAGON GOD BLESS WILL BE MISSED. Survivors also include his son, Antonio, and his sister, Dolores. My deepest condolences to the Saxon family. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. John will live on forever in his films. 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. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. Mr. Saxon was later featured on the soap operas Dynasty and Falcon Crest; directed a zombie horror film, Death House (1988); and appeared in movies such as Beverly Hills Cop III (1994). Loved his movies and TV appearances enter the dragon of course. 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. This story has been shared 102,045 times. You have funeral questions, we have answers. I remember the movies he played in, he was a very talented actor who will be missed. The world has lost a very talented actor. Speaking of the popularity of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise in a 1987 interview, Saxon said, I am intrigued by horror and fantasy-type things because I think it is a way of magnifying some part of the human mind that is exhibited or projected in a highly distorted way.". In addition to his recurring role as a member of a wealthy family that owned a California winery on the hit prime-time soap opera Falcon Crest in the 1980s, Mr. Saxon was a regular on The Bold Ones: The New Doctors from 1969 to 1972. We invite you to share condolences for . I will.miss him so. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. In 1984 he upgraded his horror-film credentials considerably by appearing in Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street, which quickly acquired cult status. May God continue to provide comfort, peace, and endurance to the family today, tomorrow, and always. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Anyone can read what you share. We invite you to share condolences for Westerns and horror-film actor John Saxon, a Brooklyn native and star in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street," died Saturday . In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. Mr. Saxon was perhaps best known for co-starring in the martial arts classic Enter the Dragon (1973), the last movie Lee completed before his death at age 32. Rest in Peace Mr. John Saxon. He was so nice and he asked me my full name. I was more concerned about my own life in Los Angeles, not necessarily in Hollywood, he told the Knoxville (Tenn.) News Sentinel. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Brooklyn was a tough place to grow up in, but it taught you survival, and if you were ambitious, it taught you to want better things, he once said. SO sorry to hear this. American actor John Saxon, who starred opposite Bruce Lee in the classic film "Enter the Dragon," has died at 83. Big fan "Enter the Dragon" my sincerest condolences. I loved his movies etc.. he seemed like a nice guy. Mr. Saxon was born on. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Sign the Guest Book. Congratulations to the Heavens! John will live on forever in his films. The world has lost a very talented actor. Saxon died of pneumonia in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, his wife, Gloria, told The Hollywood Reporter. Actor John Saxon, shown in 2012, was best known for starring with Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon and appeared in several A Nightmare on Elm Street films as well as TV series. I am intrigued by horror and fantasy-type things, he once told the Associated Press, because I think it is a way of magnifying some part of the human mind that is exhibited or projected in a highly distorted way.. His martial arts skill inspired me to take Karate and earn my Black Belt. 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. Mr. Saxon interest in martial arts had been sparked as a young man. My grief will mark the end of a great friendship but the memories of how much his presence influenced my life and others will last an eternity., Born Carmine Orrico, the son of Italian American parents, Saxon grew up in Brooklyn, N.Y., and began modeling as a teenager. Mr. Saxons first marriage, to Mary Ann Murphy, ended in divorce. 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. Godspeed John, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful film and TV memories. 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.. He said, Thats my favorite chair!. I was 14. 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John was the good or bad guy and been with him since EnterTD, and 6MDMan. My condolences to the family of Mr. Saxon. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. You will be missed! Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. 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. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. The Hollywood Reporter first reported the news. He was an excellent actor who should have been recognized for awards by the industry. Then just 17, the aspiring actor signed with Willson, studied dramatics and then flew to Hollywood, where he was signed by Universal. 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. john saxon was a great and human being loved him in the movie fast company with another legend claudia jennings. John Saxon is the only actor to ever steal a movie from Marlon Brando, Tarantino said. 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. While the world will gaze on his talents, I want the world to know much more about how great his love was for humanity and how he cared about all the people in and out of his life. Share. His career spanned more than sixty years tallying more than 200 film credits. His first film credits were in 1954, and in 1956 he was one of the leads in The Unguarded Moment, as a troubled teenager obsessed with his teacher, played by the swimming star Esther Williams. It made me wish I had both him and another cult icon I also idolize named James Olson acting as my bodyguards in school, especially when I needed it the most. His wife stated he passed from pneumonia in his Murfreesboro, TN, in a statement to THR. 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. Send us a tip using our annonymous form. Years ago I saw John's picture in a movie magazine called Modern Screen and fell in love with him. I saw his movie: The Reluctant Debutante and loved it. May he be with God Almighty. You will be missed! Share Obituary. So many memorable roles that added a great depth to the movies that he was in. 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. 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. You were a big part of my childhood seeing you in movies and TV, always the cool tough guy. The two men played competitors and allies at an international martial arts competition, and met at Lees Hong Kong home shortly before filming began. In that movie he played the father of one of the young people targeted by the murderous Freddy Krueger. Mrs. Saxon said she was hoping to work with Bruce Lee's family to create a memorial for fans of the duo at Lake View Cemetery where Bruce and Brandon Lee are buried in Seattle, Washington. Share Obituary. Reposez en Paix John ! I loved all your work. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. His breakthrough as an actor came two years later, when he starred in both Rock, Pretty Baby!, as a teenage guitarist performing alongside Sal Mineo, and The Unguarded Moment, as a football player accused of stalking his teacher, played by Esther Williams. RIP John- Pat D. RIP John Saxon. He was 83. 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. My deepest, He was a wonderful character actor, he seemed like a down to earth humble person,R.I.P. Fiorentina captain Astori found dead aged 31 before match. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. I went over to him and told him that at 14 I had a mad crush on him and loved his movie. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. John RIP! My condolences to the family. He co-starred with Bruce Lee in Enter The Dragon and starred in Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street in 1984. According to IMDB, Saxon starred in nearly 200 movies and TV shows after his 1954 debut, with roles on detective shows and horrors including "A Nightmare on Elm Street." Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Saxon said in an interview with the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1960 that he wanted to do all sorts of character parts.. Born Carmine Orrico, the son of Italian-American parents, Saxon grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and began modeling while still a teenager. 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, has died. Today, I have great memories of that day and I own the DVD movie of The Reluctant Debutante. Read Full Obituary. Enter The Dragon, Nightmare on Elm Street two of the unforgettable roles you played. 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. 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. My prayers are with you and your family great actor sorry for your loss Georgia Velasquez Denver Colorado. After graduating high school he studied with famous acting coach Stella Adler. As a gifted actor, writer and director, he shied away from most of the glittering attention and yet understood the privilege it gave him, she wrote. 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 opposite Bruce Lee in the martial-arts classic Enter the Dragon in 1973, died on Saturday in Brentwood, Tenn. 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. Like Tarantino, New York Times movie critic Bosley Crowther was especially admiring of Mr. Saxons work in The Appaloosa, directed by Sidney J. Furie. 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. I saw his movie: The Reluctant Debutante and loved it. One photo shoot, which he said pictured him as a Puerto Rican guy leaning against a garbage can after he had been shot, caught the attention of Henry Willson, the legendary Hollywood agent who had discovered Hudson and Hunter. This article was published more than2 years ago. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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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. Mr. Saxon died Saturday July 25, 2020 in Tennessee, from complications from pneumonia. john will never be forgotten and may his spirit live on. He was married three times, to screenwriter Mary Ann Murphy, airline attendant turned actress Elizabeth Saxon and, since 2008, cosmetician Gloria Martel. Godspeed John, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful film and TV memories. He was 83. Mr. Saxon in The Reluctant Debutante (1958). Thoughts and prayers to Mr John Saxon's family and friends. sympathy goes out to the family of John Saxon. 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. The 1966 western The Appaloosa earned him a best supporting actor Golden Globe nomination, in a role opposite Marlon Brando. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY 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. While his leading-man status was brief, he became a fixture of B-movies and guest-starred on TV shows including The Six Million Dollar Man, Starsky & Hutch and The A-Team.. Among his 200-plus credits, hes best known for playing the patriarch police officer in the Nightmare series, appearing in the first entry, as well as the 1987 sequel A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and the meta 1994 chapter Wes Cravens New Nightmare, where he revived his role as well as played a fictionalized version of himself. The actors wife, Gloria Martel, told the Hollywood Reporter that he died of pneumonia in Murfreesboro, Tenn. As an Italian American actor, Mr. Saxon was sometimes cast as Native American, Latino or Jewish characters. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Also six million dollar man comes to mind. 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. So iconic during the 60's 70's and 80's. My sincere condolences to the family of a great actor, you're in my prayers. But he was also known to B-movie horror fans from titles like Beyond Evil, Cannibals in the Streets and Blood Beach, all from 1980. He was NEW YORK Lucie Brock-Broido, a prize-winning poet and educator, has died at age 61. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Rest in Peace Mr. John Saxon. Share Obituary. John never got the credit for his many outstanding talents. The actor John Saxon in 2013. Updated. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Later in his career, Saxon entered the horror genre with 1984s A Nightmare on Elm Street, portraying Lt. Thomas. 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. 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 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. Westerns and horror-film actor John Saxon, a Brooklyn native and star in the original A Nightmare on Elm Street, died Saturday, Deadline reported. Mr. Saxon continued acting in recent years, with appearances on shows including Melrose Place as well as in independent movies such as Gods Ears (2008), in which he played a former prizefighter who trains an autistic boxer. Such a great actor. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Read Full Obituary. Sign the Guest Book. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. 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. The teenagers at the theater yesterday were obviously impressed by the dark good looks of John Saxon, the mixed-up high school football hero who turns out to be a bit of a sex maniac on the side, Marjory Adams wrote in a review in The Boston Globe. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. He was an excellent actor who should have been recognized for awards by the industry. John was a very considerate man and a lovely person . 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. He was about 18 when he made his Hollywood debut in 1954, appearing in two George Cukor movies, It Should Happen to You and A Star Is Born, before signing with Universal Pictures. An Italian-American from Brooklyn, Saxon played characters of various ethnicities during his long career. 27, 2020. We want to hear from you! In The New York Times, Bosley Crowther called his character in This Happy Feeling (1958), which starred Debbie Reynolds, a junior Marlon Brando.. SO sorry to hear this. Great actor! Thank you so much for everything you have given to the entertainment industry. Condolences to the family. We were lifelong friends, he was much more than a celebrity, she said, describing him as an amazing, deeply disciplined and compassionate man., He marched in Selma with Martin Luther King [Jr.] and remained an advocate for all those oppressed on this Earth. 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.. In Warner Bros. Enter the Dragon (1973), Lees first mainstream American movie and last before his death at age 32, Saxon portrayed Roper, a degenerate gambler who participates in a martial arts tournament. A few months later, my vendor friend said in an email he had a surprise for me and to look out for it in the next few emails. Rest in Peace John. Share. Read Full Obituary. John Saxon, rugged screen veteran who starred in Enter the Dragon, dies at 83, For Ovechkin in winter, a deadline sell-off makes sense this spring, Commanders cut Carson Wentz and Bobby McCain, clearing cap space, The NFL deserves every bit of its raging Daniel Snyder headache. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. Early in his career he often played teenage-heartthrob types. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. We might do a fight sequence 10 times in a row just for rehearsal, he said. Read Full Obituary. I went over to him and told him that at 14 I had a mad crush on him and loved his movie. Saxon. The entertainment news outlet quotes Saxons wife, Gloria, as confirming that the actor died of pneumonia on Saturday in Murfreesboro. Such a wonderful Actor. He attended the studios workshop for 18 months and then worked with Mamie Van Doren in Running Wild (1955). What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. john will never be forgotten and may his spirit live on. Deepest condolences to the Saxon Family at this sad time. He is resting in Gods memory. 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. We invite you to share condolences for . 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. He also appeared locally onstage, including starring as Sky Masterson in a 1973 Long Beach Civic Light Opera production of Guys and Dolls, replacing Richard Dreyfuss in The Tenth Man at the Solari Theater in 1977 and appearing in Talk About Money at the Tiffany Theater in 1999. 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