Ron Taylor
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ronald James Taylor (October 16, 1952 – January 16, 2002) was an American actor. Chiefly famous for his role as Stanley in Vinnie and Bobby in 1992 he also had a host of other guest appearances in popular television to his name including providing the voice for "Bleeding Gums" Murphy in The Simpsons. He also starred in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine as a Klingon chef. He also originated the role of Audrey II in the original Off- Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors. Taylor's acting debut was in the 1983 comedy Trading Places where he was credited as Big Black Guy. Ron married Deborah Sharpe and they stayed married till his death, and they had a child named Adamah together.[1] The date they married is unknown. He was also a writer for Forever Knight (1992) and The Sentinel (1996). On January 16, 2002 Taylor died of a heart attack at the age of 49. The Simpsons episode "Sweets and Sour Marge" was dedicated to him. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ron Taylor, licensed under CC-BY-SA,full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ron Taylor reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Ron Taylor's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ron Taylor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Cool Like That Christmas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ron Taylor Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ron Taylor's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ron Taylor.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Ritual | Superintendant Archibald | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | In the Line of Duty: The Price of Vengeance | Reddick | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | A Cool Like That Christmas | Reverend (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Deadfall | The Baby | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Lush Life | Clerk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Amos & Andrew | Sherman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | There Goes the Neighborhood | Bubble Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Rover Dangerfield | Mugsy / Bruno (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Bodyguard | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | People Like Us | Man at Victim's Meeting | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Heart Condition | Bubba | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Second Sight | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Relentless | Captain Blakely | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Collision Course | Auto Worker Bowling Alley #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Mighty Quinn | McKeon | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Who's That Girl | 1st Dock Worker | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Exterminator 2 | Dude | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | Lao Chie (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Ice Pirates | Pimp Robot (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Trading Places | Big Black Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Leonard Bernstein's Mass | Street Chorus Soloist: "Easy" | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Scott Joplin | John Stark's Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ron Taylor - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ron Taylor?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ron Taylor is "A Cool Like That Christmas" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Ron Taylor acted in?
Ron Taylor has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ron Taylor?
Other notable films include "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom", "Trading Places", and "Lush Life".