In 1984 he upgraded his horror-film credentials considerably by appearing in Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street, which quickly acquired cult status. 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. 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. Reposez en Paix et Que Dieu Vous Accueille Prs de Lui !!! May you find comfort in your treasured memories of John and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead. In loving memory of a wonderful person. He wasnt concerned with my being hurt, but he said nobody had ever broken that chair before. He played Steve's tennis buddy, and also the robot that had his likeness. 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.". The poor mans Marlon Brando was another phrase he was tagged with, but Mr. Saxon said he had never understood the comparison. Mr. Saxon died Saturday July 25, 2020 in Tennessee, from complications from pneumonia. Apparently he had done this many times. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the Motion Picture and Television Fund. He was 83. I never got around to thanking him in person, but I hope he won't mind if we meet in the next life, I would love to give him a big hug and kiss of thanks! An Italian-American from Brooklyn, Saxon played characters of various ethnicities during his long career. In a career that began in the 1950s, he accumulated almost 200 film and television credits. His strong presence allowed him, with ease to command every role he portrayed.". I have not forgotten you as an actor. The fight at the end of the show was awesome. Pour moi John vous avez toujours t et vous serez toujours Mr ROPER !!! They were extraordinary; they looked like a professional team, he said. Read Full Obituary. 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. Saxon died Saturday at his home in Murfreesboro,. He will be missed by family and friends. John had a cameo as Straker in "Escape" of 1996 Kung Fu: The Legend Continues. 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. I loved his movies etc.. he seemed like a nice guy. Two years later, on Bonanza, he played an Indian chief. 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. john will never be forgotten and may his spirit live on. I loved all your work. My deepest condolences to the Saxon family. 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. Actress Barbara Crampton wrote on Twitter that Saxon had strength and charm, which was a great combination. Known at the time as Carmine Orrico, he was the only son of an Italian immigrant painter and dock worker, with dark hair, dramatic eyebrows and chiseled features that caught the eye of a male-modeling agent, who handed his business card to the teenager as he walked out of the Times Square movie palace. You will be sorely missed. One of my Actors I grew up with so many television memories. Share Obituary. 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Saxon was born as Carmine Orrico in Brooklyn, New York in 1935. American actor John Saxon, who starred opposite Bruce Lee in the classic film "Enter the Dragon," has died at 83. Deepest condolences to the Saxon Family, John has starred in many films but my favorite one was Enter the Dragon. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. He said that at that time he was 22. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. Loved his movies. Once called the poor mans Marlon Brando, Mr. Saxon appeared opposite the actual Brando in The Appaloosa (1966). Mr. Saxon, who grew up in Brooklyn, said his career began one day when he missed school and went to the movies. Loved his movies. 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 loved all your work. His first two marriages, to Mary Ann Murphy and Elizabeth Phillips, ended in divorce, and in 2008 he married Martel. He co-starred with. He was married three times. John was a very considerate man and a lovely person . 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 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. His skills in judo and karate led to his casting in the Bruce Lee classic Enter the Dragon. He starred in Wes Cravens A Nightmare on Elm Street in 1984, playing the heroines father. John will live on forever in his films. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. May you treasure fond memories and may the comfort God gives be with you. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. He was born Carmine Orrico on Aug. 5, 1936, the eldest of three children of an Italian immigrant house painter. Its a touching movie. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. 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. Thoughts and prayers to Mr John Saxon's family and friends. And on another 1980s primetime soap, CBS Falcon Crest, he played the father of Lorenzo Lamas character. I started doing jobs for magazines, like Modern Romance, all the Macfadden publications. He recalled that for one photo shoot, he was cast as a Puerto Rican teenager, photographed while slumped against a trash can with a fake gunshot wound. I was more concerned about my own life in Los Angeles, not necessarily in Hollywood, he told the Knoxville (Tenn.) News Sentinel. Thoughts and prayers to Mr John Saxon's family and friends. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Rest in Peace John. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. "Mrs. Saxon was so sure he'd hold out until his birthday -- the 5th of August." We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. A face from my childhood. Saxons final role was in the 2017 film The Extra.. Loved his movies and TV appearances enter the dragon of course. Like Tarantino, New York Times movie critic Bosley Crowther was especially admiring of Mr. Saxons work in The Appaloosa, directed by Sidney J. Furie. Read Full Obituary. 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. 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. According to internet movie website IMDB, Saxon appeared in nearly 200 roles in the movies and on television in a career that stretched over seven decades since he made his big screen debut in 1954 in uncredited roles in It Should Happen to You and George Cukors A Star Is Born.. He was 83. Mr. Saxon in The Reluctant Debutante (1958). 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. He was an excellent actor who should have been recognized for awards by the industry. I was 14. 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. Sign the Guest Book. And to think, he called Murfreesboro, Tn home, as well! And to think, he called Murfreesboro, Tn home, as well! 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. So iconic during the 60's 70's and 80's. I did a scene with an actress at Universal and they said, OK, the actor recalled in 2012. Soon after Universal Studios contracted him and requested he be renamed to John Saxon. Ways to honor John Saxon's life and legacy. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. He was 83. . He is resting in Gods memory. 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.. 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). document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. When the Japanese soldier reached out to shake the larger American's hand, (he) easily flipped the American over his shoulder. When Quentin Tarantino directed an episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation in 2005, he cast Mr. Saxon as the criminal villain, later explaining that he needed someone who could match wits with another mastermind just as Mr. Saxon had in the 1966 western The Appaloosa, in which he played a Mexican outlaw who steals Marlon Brandos horse. Quickly your muscles tighten as the two men, now face to face, contend in a show-down hand-wrestle on a table fringed with scorpions.. May he be with God Almighty. One of my favourite episodes of The Six Million Dollar Man, titled "The Day of The Robot", had John in it as the main character besides Lee Majors. I remember the movies he played in, he was a very talented actor who will be missed. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER JOHN WHEN HE WAS CAST AS DYLAN HUNT IN GENE RODDENBERRY'S SEQUEL TO "GENESIS II" CALLED "PLANET EARTH". He then returned to play a version of himself in New Nightmare (1994). 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. His martial arts skill inspired me to take Karate and earn my Black Belt. May his family find some comfort in these loving messages for him. RIP John- Pat D. RIP John Saxon. 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 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. 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. His name was changed to John Saxon, and he signed a contract that paid him $150 a week for 40 weeks a year. Saxon said in an interview with the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1960 that he wanted to do all sorts of character parts.. He was also notably skilled in judo and karate. Loved his movies and TV appearances enter the dragon of course. 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. John RIP! John Saxon was born Carmine Orrico in Brooklyn, New York, on August 5, 1936. Walking out of a movie theater after skipping class at New Utrecht High School, he was spotted by a male modeling agent and then appeared in magazines like True Romances. 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. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Publisher Alfred A. Knopf announced Wednesday that Brock-Broido died Tuesday at EDMONTON A Edmonton homeless man whose spontaneous piano performance was viewed on theinternetby millions ofpeople has died. Farewell, sir. We have both worked long enough to have seen what can be achieved when the medium is working at its best. Saxon said he loved working in Hong Kong with Lee in Enter the Dragon because he took me seriously. 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. Then just 17, the aspiring actor signed with Willson, studied dramatics and then flew to Hollywood, where he was signed by Universal. Share Obituary. Rest in peace Sir. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Thank you John Saxon for the incredible actor you were. In addition to his wife and son, from his first marriage, survivors include a sister. His career spanned more than sixty years tallying more than 200 film credits. Today, I have great memories of that day and I own the DVD movie of The Reluctant Debutante. Born Carmine Orrico, the son of Italian-American parents, Saxon grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and began modeling while still a teenager. Sad day. Even in his latest photos, he was striking. Many years later, I worked as a security Guard at Warner Brothers and he was filming a Wonder Woman episode. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. Updated. 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.. Such a wonderful Actor. In addition to western fare, Mr. Saxon was featured in the slasher films Black Christmas (1974) and Tenebrae (1982); played an FBI agent in the vampire action movie From Dusk Till Dawn (1996); and appeared in A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) and two of its sequels, as the police lieutenant father of Heather Langenkamps character, who battles the razor-gloved Freddy Krueger. 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. My deepest condolences to the Saxon family, may God grant you comfort and peace as you go through this very difficult time of your loss. Godspeed John, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful film and TV memories. Mr. Saxon died Saturday July 25, 2020 in Tennessee, from complications from pneumonia. You were the "man" . Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. Coming out of the Times Square theater, he was spotted by a modeling agency representative, and soon his picture was in magazines like Modern Romance. He was great in all his roles he will be missed. John was a gifted and great actor and will be missed. In The New York Times, Bosley Crowther called his character in This Happy Feeling (1958), which starred Debbie Reynolds, a junior Marlon Brando.. Many years later, I worked as a security Guard at Warner Brothers and he was filming a Wonder Woman episode. He was such a class kinda guy. In 2017, the Tennessee retirement community where Saxon and his wife lived honoured him with a film festival after residents requested screenings of his movies. If it paid tuition to a private school, that was fine.. 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. 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. God bless his family. They used to call John Huston an actors director, Mr. Saxon told United Press International in 1988, but when I worked with him on The Unforgiven in the late 50s and I asked what he wanted out of one particular scene, he said to me flatly, I just want you to get on that horse, son.. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. 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. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. He was 77. One of my all time favorite actors. Read Full Obituary. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. Saxons former wife Elizabeth, who was married to him from 1987 to 1992, posted a tribute following the news. The world has lost a very talented actor. You were the "man" . Then just 17, Saxon signed with Willson, studied dramatics for six months with Betty Cashman at Carnegie Hall and flew to Hollywood, where he was quickly signed by Universal. 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. Whether youre a lifelong resident of D.C. or you just moved here, weve got you covered. The interviews I saw with him were such an inspiration. We invite you. At this sad time, may the God of tender mercies comfort you and may your memories sustain you. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time. 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.. American actor John Saxon, who starred opposite Bruce Lee in the classic film "Enter the Dragon," has died at 83, his wife tells CNN. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. You have funeral questions, we have answers. sympathy goes out to the family of John Saxon. Reposez en Paix John ! In Cry Tough (1959), Saxon starred as a tough Puerto Rican kid from New York, and in War Hunt (1962), he was top-billed as a psychotic solider. 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. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Saxon won a Golden Globe for best supporting actor in 1966 for his role alongside Marlon Brando in The Appaloosa.. Was a big fan in my teens. Mr. Saxon was a great actor. Reposez en Paix et Que Dieu Vous Accueille Prs de Lui !!! 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. We invite you to share condolences for John Saxon in our Guest Book. Survivors also include his son, Antonio, and his sister, Dolores. He was 83. A self-educated man, Mr. Saxon spoke three languages and followed all of the happenings of America and the world. I hope heaven is beautiful for you! I went over to him and told him that at 14 I had a mad crush on him and loved his movie. John never got the credit for his many outstanding talents. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. 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. Godspeed John, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful film and TV memories. The memory of him will be cherished by the legacy he left behind. Read Full Obituary. 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. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. Share. Saxon, though, said that Lee took me seriously. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. While in high school, he worked as a spieler at a Coney Island archery concession, becoming proficient with the bow and arrow. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Published Jul 27, 2020. You will be missed! "Well, an amazed Carmine wanted to learn how to do that. He was 83. 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. JOHN SAXON OBITUARY. In that movie he played the father of one of the young people targeted by the murderous Freddy Krueger. I would tell him I would rather do it this way, and hed say, OK, try it that way.. Such a wonderful Actor. Sonaiya Kelley is an entertainment reporter at the Los Angeles Times. Was a big fan in my teens. Share Obituary. Read Full Obituary. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. 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